How much does a train ticket from Chicago to Bloomington cost?

The average train ticket price from Chicago to Bloomington is $18. The best way to find train tickets from Chicago to Bloomington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Chicago to Bloomington?

A train trip between Chicago and Bloomington is around 2h 6m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 58m. This is the time it takes to travel the 118 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Chicago and Bloomington?

The number of trains from Chicago to Bloomington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Chicago to Bloomington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Chicago to Bloomington?

When taking the train from Chicago to Bloomington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in Bloomington?

Once in Bloomington, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are FlyOver America, Artistry, Normandale Japanese Garden, Crayola Experience, The Works Museum.

Train Chicago to Bloomington from $13 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Chicago to Bloomington on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	9:16pm	Uptown Station	Cheapest
Train	7:15am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	9:13am	Uptown Station	Fastest
Train	7:15am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	9:13am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56am	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Bloomington on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	9:16pm	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	4:04pm	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	4:04pm	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Bloomington on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	9:16pm	Uptown Station	Cheapest
Train	7:15am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	9:13am	Uptown Station	Fastest
Train	7:15am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	9:13am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	4:04pm	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	7:10pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	9:16pm	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Bloomington on November 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	4:04pm	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Chicago to Bloomington on November 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	4:04pm	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Chicago to Bloomington on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	9:16pm	Uptown Station	Cheapest
Train	5:20pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 5m	7:25pm	Uptown Station	Fastest
Train	1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	4:04pm	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	4:04pm	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	5:20pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 5m	7:25pm	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Bloomington on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:15am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	9:13am	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
Train	7:15am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	1h 58m	9:13am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 6m	11:56am	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	2h 12m	4:04pm	Uptown Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago 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 2 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

2h 6mAverage Duration

118 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $149	Average Duration8h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $182	Average Duration2h 6m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Chicago and Bloomington, IL?

Chicago

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Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA

Bloomington, IL

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

Amtrak

4/55,597 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the excellent organization and smooth rides. Many appreciated the comfortable seats and found train travel to be a great value with easy access to destinations like Bloomington. However, there were concerns about handling disruptive passengers effectively, as some felt unsafe due to inadequate intervention from staff during incidents of harassment.

Amtrak Chicago Bloomington recent customer reviews

We are from NH-fly into midway and love the option of the train to Bloomington(son and daughter in law), great value, easy travel. Love train travel

Denise L.

November 12, 2024

Horrible. I’ve never taken an Amtrak where it doesn’t randomly stop for at least 1 hour. Last night was 2 hours.

Natalie R.

March 1, 2024

The comfortable seats, We had a problem with a few loud 'drunk' guys on our train and the conductor that came by just said that's to bad the train is full, and we had to ask them to settle down and afterwards felt unsafe, and they continued to verbally harass us and call us names the conductor never came back around! Really wish he would have asked them to settle down.

Sarah D.

September 10, 2023

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Bloomington, IL by train

How much does a train ticket from Chicago to Bloomington cost?
How long is the train trip from Chicago to Bloomington?
How many daily trains are there between Chicago and Bloomington?
Which train companies travel from Chicago to Bloomington?
What are the best sights and things to do in Bloomington?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/18

$16

11/19

$19

Today

$23

11/21

$23

11/22

$23

11/23

$48

11/24

$23

11/25

$269

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 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 Chicago to Bloomington, IL, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $16 to $440 for a train ticket from Chicago to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-11-21.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time8h 40m	Avg Price$42	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 6m	Avg Price$18	Daily Departures4

The best way to travel between Chicago 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 $18 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $15. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bloomington, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to Bloomington, IL in about 2h 6m - that's the fastest way to get there!