Train from Springfield, IL to Bloomington, IL: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Springfield to Bloomington on December 12
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Springfield Station
Uptown StationCheapest
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Springfield Station
Uptown StationFastest
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Springfield Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Springfield 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 51 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
51mAverage Duration
61 milesDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$27 - $27Average Duration53m
2kg CO₂e
Average Price$9 - $252Average Duration51m
9kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Springfield, IL 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Springfield to Bloomington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Springfield to Bloomington start from $9. The average price for this train route is around $16. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Springfield to Bloomington?

    The average train ride duration from Springfield to Bloomington is 51m, covering a distance of 61 miles (97 km). The quickest train can get you there in 46m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Springfield to Bloomington route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Springfield to Bloomington?

    The earliest train departs from Springfield to Bloomington at 6:11am. And the latest train departs at 7:24pm.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Springfield, IL to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $9

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

You can expect to pay from $9 to $151 for a train ticket from Springfield, IL to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-12-12.

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Springfield, IL 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 $16 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $9. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bloomington, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from Springfield, IL to Bloomington, IL in about 51m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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