Train from Detroit, MI to Bloomington, IL: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Detroit to Bloomington on 4 April
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit 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 10 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 062, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
10h 56mAverage duration
535 kmDistance
49kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 069 - R 2 447Average duration16h 10m
13kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 062 - R 10 014Average duration10h 56m
49kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Detroit to Bloomington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Detroit to Bloomington start from R 1 062. The average price for this train route is around R 1 959. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Detroit to Bloomington?

    The average train journey time from Detroit to Bloomington is 10h 56m, covering a distance of 535 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Detroit to Bloomington route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Detroit to Bloomington?

    The earliest train from Detroit to Bloomington departs at 06:26. And the latest train departs at 09:35.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
02/04
R 1 994
03/04
R 1 560
Today
R 1 647
05/04
No data
06/04
R 1 699
07/04
No data
08/04
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09/04
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on 03 Apr 2026 with a price of R 1 560

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 560 to R 6 362 for a train ticket from Detroit, MI to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 699, which is on 2026-04-06.

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