How much is the bus ticket from Bloomington to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bloomington to Chicago start from MX$563. The average price for this route is around MX$722. 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?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Burlington Trailways , Amtrak .

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.

Bus Bloomington to Chicago from MX$462 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on May 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:10pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	5h 35m	6:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:20am	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	4h 45m	4:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:30pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	7h 35m	10:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:20am	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	7h 15m	6:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:10pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	6h 30m	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

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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 MX$267, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

2h 25mAverage Duration

118 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceMX$563 - MX$1,352	Average Duration7h 15m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceMX$267 - MX$941	Average Duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bloomington and Chicago?

Stops in Bloomington

A
Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,557 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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

It was laid back

Cameron T.

December 29, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/512,682 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

Burlington Trailways

4.2/520 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi5.0

Amtrak

4.1/55,806 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

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 !!!

Leandra G.

July 17, 2023

Thanks for a relaxing trip! -5 points for the lady with loreál smelling hand soap!

Matthew A.

January 9, 2023

It was fine, no problems & arrived on time.

Linda W.

September 18, 2024

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Valley Transit

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 MX$563. The average price for this route is around MX$722. 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?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Burlington Trailways, Amtrak.
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

05/18

MX$657

05/19

MX$639

Today

MX$639

05/21

MX$675

05/22

MX$710

05/23

MX$657

05/24

MX$693

05/25

MX$693

The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Chicago was searched and found on May 19, 2026 with a price of MX$639

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 MX$639 to MX$710 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 MX$657 which is on 2026-05-23.