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Next departures for Bloomington to Washington on September 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 6h	6:44pm	Union Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 6h	6:25pm	Union Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 1h	1:10pm	Union Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 1h	1:10pm	Union Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 6h	6:44pm	Union Station

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, 10 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 5,225, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d Average Duration

645 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceTRY 5,225 - TRY 12,850	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceTRY 9,355 - TRY 24,672	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

4.1/56,515 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 6515 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 TRY 9,355

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

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 TRY 9,355. The average price for this train route is around TRY 14,236. 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 1d 1h 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 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

09/24

TRY 20,970

09/25

TRY 11,739

Today

TRY 11,739

09/27

TRY 8,980

09/28

No data

09/29

No data

09/30

No data

10/01

No data

The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Sep 27, 2026 with a price of TRY 8,980

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 TRY 8,980 to TRY 83,477 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 TRY 8,980 which is on 2026-09-27.