How much is the train ticket from Chicago to Bloomington?

The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Bloomington start from R 260. The average price for this train route is around R 364. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Chicago to Bloomington?

The average train journey time from Chicago to Bloomington is 2h 6m, covering a distance of 190 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 58m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Chicago to Bloomington 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 Chicago to Bloomington?

The earliest train from Chicago to Bloomington departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 19:10.

Train Chicago to Bloomington from R 225 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Chicago to Bloomington on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	09:13	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	09:13	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	16:04	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	16:04	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Bloomington on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	16:04	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	16:04	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	16:04	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Bloomington on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:10	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	21:16	Uptown Station	Cheapest
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	09:13	Uptown Station	Fastest
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	09:13	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	16:04	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Bloomington on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	09:13	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	09:13	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	16:04	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Bloomington on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	09:13	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	09:13	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	16:04	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Bloomington on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56	Uptown Station	Cheapest
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	09:13	Uptown Station	Fastest
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	09:13	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	16:04	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Bloomington on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	09:13	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	07:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	09:13	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	09:50	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	16:04	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	13:52	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	16:04	Uptown Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Bloomington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 2 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just R 260, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

2h 6mAverage duration

190 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 487 - R 2 574	Average duration8h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 260 - R 3 135	Average duration2h 6m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Chicago and Bloomington, IL?

Chicago

A
Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA

Bloomington, IL

A
Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the excellent organization and smooth rides. Many appreciated the comfortable seats and found train travel to be a great value with easy access to destinations like Bloomington. However, there were concerns about handling disruptive passengers effectively, as some felt unsafe due to inadequate intervention from staff during incidents of harassment.

Amtrak Chicago Bloomington recent customer reviews

We are from NH-fly into midway and love the option of the train to Bloomington(son and daughter in law), great value, easy travel. Love train travel

Denise L.

12 November 2024

Horrible. I’ve never taken an Amtrak where it doesn’t randomly stop for at least 1 hour. Last night was 2 hours.

Natalie R.

1 March 2024

The comfortable seats, We had a problem with a few loud 'drunk' guys on our train and the conductor that came by just said that's to bad the train is full, and we had to ask them to settle down and afterwards felt unsafe, and they continued to verbally harass us and call us names the conductor never came back around! Really wish he would have asked them to settle down.

Sarah D.

10 September 2023

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Bloomington, IL 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 Chicago to Bloomington?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Bloomington start from R 260. The average price for this train route is around R 364. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Bloomington?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Bloomington is 2h 6m, covering a distance of 190 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 58m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Bloomington 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 Chicago to Bloomington?
The earliest train from Chicago to Bloomington departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 19:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/12

R 329

10/12

R 329

Today

R 329

12/12

R 485

13/12

R 485

14/12

R 830

15/12

R 329

16/12

R 329

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 329

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Bloomington, IL as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 329 to R 5 809 for a train ticket from Chicago to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 329, which is on 2025-12-15.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Bloomington, IL?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time8h 40m	Avg priceR 798	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2h 6m	Avg priceR 364	Daily departures4

The best way to travel between Chicago and Bloomington, IL 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 364 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 260. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bloomington, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to Bloomington, IL in about 2h 6m – that's the fastest way to get there!