How much is the train ticket from Kansas City to Bloomington?

The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Bloomington start from $56. The average price for this train route is around $94. 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 Kansas City to Bloomington?

The average train ride duration from Kansas City to Bloomington is 11h 34m, covering a distance of 313 miles (504 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 39m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Kansas City to Bloomington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Kansas City to Bloomington at 7:01am. And the latest train departs at 8:40am.

Train Kansas City to Bloomington from $51 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Bloomington on December 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:40am	Union Station	8h 52m	5:32pm	Uptown Station	Cheapest
7:01am	Union Station	8h 39m	3:40pm	Uptown Station	Fastest
8:40am	Union Station	8h 52m	5:32pm	Uptown Station	No tags
7:01am	Union Station	8h 39m	3:40pm	Uptown Station	No tags
7:01am	Union Station	12h 24m	7:25pm	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to Bloomington on December 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:40am	Union Station	11h 34m	8:14pm	Uptown Station	Cheapest
7:01am	Union Station	8h 39m	3:40pm	Uptown Station	Fastest
8:40am	Union Station	8h 52m	5:32pm	Uptown Station	No tags
8:40am	Union Station	8h 52m	5:32pm	Uptown Station	No tags
7:01am	Union Station	8h 39m	3:40pm	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to Bloomington on December 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:40am	Union Station	11h 34m	8:14pm	Uptown Station	Cheapest
7:01am	Union Station	8h 39m	3:40pm	Uptown Station	Fastest
8:40am	Union Station	8h 52m	5:32pm	Uptown Station	No tags
8:40am	Union Station	8h 52m	5:32pm	Uptown Station	No tags
7:01am	Union Station	8h 39m	3:40pm	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to Bloomington on December 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:40am	Union Station	11h 34m	8:14pm	Uptown Station	Cheapest
7:01am	Union Station	8h 39m	3:40pm	Uptown Station	Fastest
8:40am	Union Station	8h 52m	5:32pm	Uptown Station	No tags
8:40am	Union Station	8h 52m	5:32pm	Uptown Station	No tags
7:01am	Union Station	8h 39m	3:40pm	Uptown Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Bloomington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 11 hours 34 minutes and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

11h 34mAverage Duration

313 milesDistance

46kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$98 - $173	Average Duration19h 35m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$56 - $241	Average Duration11h 34m	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,643 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5643 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 $56

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, 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 Kansas City to Bloomington?
The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Bloomington start from $56. The average price for this train route is around $94. 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 Kansas City to Bloomington?
The average train ride duration from Kansas City to Bloomington is 11h 34m, covering a distance of 313 miles (504 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 39m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Kansas City to Bloomington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Kansas City to Bloomington?
The earliest train departs from Kansas City to Bloomington at 7:01am. And the latest train departs at 8:40am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/11

$64

12/12

$70

Today

$91

12/14

$52

12/15

$52

12/16

$51

12/17

$55

12/18

$68

The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $51

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

You can expect to pay from $51 to $560 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-12-16.

What's the cheapest way to go from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time19h 35m	Avg Price$98	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time11h 34m	Avg Price$94	Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between Kansas City, MO and Bloomington, 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 $94 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $56. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bloomington, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL in about 11h 34m - that's the fastest way to get there!