How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Washington start from $154. The average price for this train route is around $311. 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 Washington?

The average train ride duration from Bloomington to Washington is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 645 miles (1040 km). The quickest train can get you there in 22h 47m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Bloomington to Washington 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 Washington?

The earliest train departs from Bloomington to Washington at 11:08am. And the latest train departs at 1:23pm.

Train Bloomington to Washington from $249 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Bloomington to Washington on April 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 1h	1:10pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 1h	1:10pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 6h	6:24pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 6h	6:24pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 6h	6:24pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to Washington on April 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 1h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 1h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 6h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 6h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to Washington on April 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:23pm	Uptown Station	22h 47m	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	1:23pm	Uptown Station	22h 47m	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:23pm	Uptown Station	1d 4h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:23pm	Uptown Station	1d 4h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to Washington on April 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	1:23pm	Uptown Station	22h 47m	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Bloomington to Washington on April 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:23pm	Uptown Station	22h 47m	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	1:23pm	Uptown Station	22h 47m	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:23pm	Uptown Station	1d 4h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:23pm	Uptown Station	1d 4h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:19 AM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

647 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$105 - $358	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$154 - $998	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 95kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bloomington, IL and Washington, DC, US?

Bloomington, IL

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Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Washington, DC, US

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Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,784 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5784 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 $154

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloomington, IL to Washington, DC, US 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 Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Washington start from $154. The average price for this train route is around $311. 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 Washington?
The average train ride duration from Bloomington to Washington is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 645 miles (1040 km). The quickest train can get you there in 22h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Bloomington to Washington 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 Washington?
The earliest train departs from Bloomington to Washington at 11:08am. And the latest train departs at 1:23pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04/03

$939

04/04

$305

Today

No data

04/06

$262

04/07

$262

04/08

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04/09

$256

04/10

$1,127

The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Apr 9, 2026 with a price of $256

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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $256 to $1,511 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $256 which is on 2026-04-09.