How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Bloomington?

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Bloomington start from $18. The average price for this train route is around $27. 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 St. Louis to Bloomington?

The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Bloomington is 2h 37m, covering a distance of 146 miles (235 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 33m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the St. Louis to Bloomington route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Bloomington?

The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Bloomington at 4:30am. And the latest train departs at 5:40pm.

Train St. Louis to Bloomington from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Bloomington on May 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:40pm	Gateway Station	2h 34m	8:14pm	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	2h 37m	5:32pm	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	2h 37m	5:32pm	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	5:40pm	Gateway Station	2h 34m	8:14pm	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Bloomington on May 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	2h 33m	7:03am	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	2h 33m	7:03am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2h 38m	9:13am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2h 38m	9:13am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	2h 58m	11:08am	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Bloomington on June 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	2h 33m	7:03am	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	2h 33m	7:03am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2h 38m	9:13am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2h 38m	9:13am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	2h 58m	11:08am	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Bloomington on June 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	2h 33m	7:03am	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	2h 33m	7:03am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2h 38m	9:13am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2h 38m	9:13am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	2h 58m	11:08am	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Bloomington on June 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	2h 33m	7:03am	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	2h 33m	7:03am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2h 38m	9:13am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2h 38m	9:13am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	2h 58m	11:08am	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Bloomington on June 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	2h 33m	7:03am	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	2h 33m	7:03am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2h 38m	9:13am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2h 38m	9:13am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	2h 58m	11:08am	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Bloomington on June 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	2h 33m	7:03am	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	2h 33m	7:03am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2h 38m	9:13am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	2h 38m	9:13am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	2h 58m	11:08am	Uptown Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 7:00 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Bloomington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 2 hours 37 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

2h 37mAverage Duration

146 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$68 - $117	Average Duration10h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$18 - $82	Average Duration2h 37m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Bloomington, IL?

St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Bloomington, IL

A
Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,812 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5812 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 $18

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Bloomington?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Bloomington start from $18. The average price for this train route is around $27. 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 St. Louis to Bloomington?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Bloomington is 2h 37m, covering a distance of 146 miles (235 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 33m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Bloomington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Bloomington?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Bloomington at 4:30am. And the latest train departs at 5:40pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

05/28

$16

05/29

$35

Today

$16

05/31

$16

06/01

$16

06/02

$16

06/03

$16

06/04

$16

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on May 28, 2026 with a price of $16

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

You can expect to pay from $16 to $268 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2026-05-31.

What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Bloomington, IL?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time10h 10m	Avg Price$68	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 37m	Avg Price$27	Daily Departures4

The best way to travel between St. Louis 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 $27 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $18. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bloomington, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from St. Louis to Bloomington, IL in about 2h 37m - that's the fastest way to get there!