Bus from Bloomington, IL to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:01 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
2h 25mAverage Duration
118 milesDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$27 - $163Average Duration7h 20m
5kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$15 - $51Average Duration2h 25m
17kg CO₂e

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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Bloomington to Chicago?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Bloomington to Chicago start from $27. The average price for this route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Bloomington to Chicago?

    The average bus trip duration from Bloomington to Chicago is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 118 miles (189 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 26m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the Bloomington to Chicago route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Burlington Trailways, Amtrak.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bloomington to Chicago?

    The earliest bus departs from Bloomington to Chicago at 9:30am. And the latest bus departs at 2:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloomington to Chicago?

    A bus trip from Bloomington to Chicago generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Bloomington to Chicago?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bloomington to Chicago?

    According to Busbud traveller 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
11/27
$45
11/28
$45
Today
$47
11/30
$53
12/01
$39
12/02
$34
12/03
$32
12/04
$31
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $31

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 $31 to $88 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 $31 which is on 2025-12-04.

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