Bus from Bloomington, IL to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on May 20
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on May 21
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on May 22
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on May 23
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on May 24
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on May 25
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
No tags
Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on May 26
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:29 PM CDT.
Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Chicago
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just CN¥105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Greyhound Bloomington Chicago recent customer reviews
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Based on 20 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Burlington Trailways ticket prices on this trip start at CN¥1,135
Customers express dissatisfaction with the train service, mentioning significant delays on multiple occasions. Despite this, some customers appreciate the relaxing trip experience. However, there are complaints about a lady using strong-smelling hand soap that affected their overall satisfaction.
Amtrak Bloomington Chicago recent customer reviews
Train was 4 hours late on our trip to Chicago in one hour late and our returning trip !!!
1.0 out of 5 stars
Leandra G.
Thanks for a relaxing trip! -5 points for the lady with loreál smelling hand soap!
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloomington, IL to Chicago by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bloomington to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloomington to Chicago start from CN¥222. The average price for this route is around CN¥284. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bloomington to Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Bloomington to Chicago is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 113 miles (183 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 26m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Bloomington to Chicago route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bloomington to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Bloomington to Chicago at 11:20am. And the latest bus departs at 2:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloomington to Chicago?
A bus trip from Bloomington to Chicago generates an estimated 4.556100000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bloomington to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloomington to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bloomington to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bloomington to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
05/17
CN¥287
05/18
CN¥259
Today
CN¥252
05/20
CN¥231
05/21
CN¥224
05/22
CN¥266
05/23
CN¥329
05/24
CN¥336
The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Chicago was searched and found on May 21, 2026 with a price of CN¥224
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bloomington, IL to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CN¥224 to CN¥336 for a bus ticket from Bloomington, IL to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CN¥224 which is on 2026-05-21.
The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Chicago was searched and found on May 21, 2026 with a price of CN¥224
