How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to Indianapolis?

The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Indianapolis start from $61. The average price for this train route is around $79. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bloomington to Indianapolis?

The average train ride duration from Bloomington to Indianapolis is 11h 41m, covering a distance of 158 miles (254 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 20m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Bloomington to Indianapolis route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bloomington to Indianapolis?

The earliest train departs from Bloomington to Indianapolis at 11:08am. And the latest train departs at 11:08am.

Train Bloomington to Indianapolis from $53 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Bloomington to Indianapolis on March 31
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:23pm	Uptown Station	9h 26m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
5:35pm	Uptown Station	8h 20m	2:55am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
1:23pm	Uptown Station	9h 26m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
5:35pm	Uptown Station	8h 20m	2:55am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to Indianapolis on April 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:08am	Uptown Station	11h 41m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Bloomington to Indianapolis on April 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:35pm	Uptown Station	8h 20m	2:55am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
11:08am	Uptown Station	11h 41m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
11:08am	Uptown Station	11h 41m	11:49pm	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
5:35pm	Uptown Station	8h 20m	2:55am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:30 AM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3h 15mAverage Duration

160 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $89	Average Duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$61 - $505	Average Duration11h 41m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bloomington, IL and Indianapolis?

Bloomington, IL

A
Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,780 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5780 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $61

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloomington, IL to Indianapolis by train

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 train ticket from Bloomington to Indianapolis?
The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Indianapolis start from $61. The average price for this train route is around $79. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bloomington to Indianapolis?
The average train ride duration from Bloomington to Indianapolis is 11h 41m, covering a distance of 158 miles (254 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Bloomington to Indianapolis route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bloomington to Indianapolis?
The earliest train departs from Bloomington to Indianapolis at 11:08am. And the latest train departs at 11:08am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03/28

$78

03/29

$119

Today

$76

03/31

$70

04/01

No data

04/02

$303

04/03

No data

04/04

$76

The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Indianapolis was searched and found on Mar 31, 2026 with a price of $70

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

You can expect to pay from $70 to $445 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $70 which is on 2026-03-31.