Train from Joliet to Bloomington, IL: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Joliet to Bloomington on 12 December
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Joliet to Bloomington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 1 hour 4 minutes and with fares starting at just R 881, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1h 4mAverage duration
137 kmDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 881 - R 881Average duration1h 4m
3kg CO₂e
Average priceR 260 - R 4 836Average duration1h 16m
12kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Joliet 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 Joliet to Bloomington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Joliet to Bloomington start from R 260. The average price for this train route is around R 433. 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 Joliet to Bloomington?

    The average train journey time from Joliet to Bloomington is 1h 16m, covering a distance of 137 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 1m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Joliet to Bloomington departs at 08:12. And the latest train departs at 20:00.

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 831
15/12
R 225
16/12
R 225
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Joliet to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 225

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

You can expect to pay from R 225 to R 2 629 for a train ticket from Joliet to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 225, which is on 2025-12-15.

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Joliet 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 433 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 Joliet to Bloomington, IL in about 1h 4m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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