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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bloomington to St. Louis
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 2 hours 52 minutes and with fares starting at just R 311, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bloomington, IL and St. Louis?
Train Companies
Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 311
Amtrak Bloomington St. Louis recent customer reviews
Very good
Brigitte K.
Arrival in St Louis was 20 mins late, still able to make the FIRST PITCH
Dave C.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to St. Louis start from R 311. The average price for this train route is around R 450. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bloomington to St. Louis?
The average train journey time from Bloomington to St. Louis is 2h 52m, covering a distance of 235 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Bloomington to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bloomington to St. Louis?
The earliest train from Bloomington to St. Louis departs at 09:16. And the latest train departs at 21:19.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 276To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 276 to R 3 053 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 276, which is on 2025-12-15.
What's the cheapest way to go from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Bloomington, IL and St. Louis is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 450 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 311. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to St. Louis, choose the train, as it will take you from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis in about 2h 52m – that's the fastest way to get there!
