How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to Summit?

The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Summit start from $15. The average price for this train route is around $31. 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 Summit?

The average train ride duration from Bloomington to Summit is 1h 43m, covering a distance of 108 miles (174 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 36m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Bloomington to Summit route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Bloomington to Summit at 7:06am. And the latest train departs at 8:17pm.

Train Bloomington to Summit from $13 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Bloomington to Summit on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:17pm	Uptown Station	1h 43m	10:00pm	Summit, IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:17pm	Uptown Station	1h 43m	10:00pm	Summit, IL	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to Summit on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:17pm	Uptown Station	1h 43m	10:00pm	Summit, IL	Cheapest
Train	5:35pm	Uptown Station	1h 36m	7:11pm	Summit, IL	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Uptown Station	1h 43m	8:49am	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	7:06am	Uptown Station	1h 43m	8:49am	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	1h 48m	11:04am	Summit, IL	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to Summit on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:06am	Uptown Station	1h 43m	8:49am	Summit, IL	Cheapest
Train	5:35pm	Uptown Station	1h 36m	7:11pm	Summit, IL	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Uptown Station	1h 43m	8:49am	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	1h 48m	11:04am	Summit, IL	No tags
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	1h 48m	11:04am	Summit, IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 3:48 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Summit

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Summit. The journey takes about 1 hour 43 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

1h 43mAverage Duration

108 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$51 - $51	Average Duration1h 43m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $70	Average Duration1h 43m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 $15

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloomington, IL to Summit, IL 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 Summit?
The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Summit start from $15. The average price for this train route is around $31. 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 Summit?
The average train ride duration from Bloomington to Summit is 1h 43m, covering a distance of 108 miles (174 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 36m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Bloomington to Summit route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bloomington to Summit?
The earliest train departs from Bloomington to Summit at 7:06am. And the latest train departs at 8:17pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$48

12/11

$48

Today

$66

12/13

$48

12/14

$28

12/15

$19

12/16

No data

12/17

$13

The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Summit, IL was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $13

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 Summit, IL, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $13 to $66 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to Summit, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-12-17.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1h 43m	Avg Price$51	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 43m	Avg Price$31	Daily Departures3

The best way to travel between Bloomington, IL and Summit, 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 $31 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $15. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Summit, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from Bloomington, IL to Summit, IL in about 1h 43m - that's the fastest way to get there!