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  • Departure time: 22 October at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: 23 October at
    Destination city: Bloomington
    Destination location: Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
    Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 25 August at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Philadelphia, 603 Noble St
    Arrival time: 26 August at
    Destination city: Bloomington
    Destination location: Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
    FlixBus + Greyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 25 August at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Philadelphia
    Arrival time: 26 August at
    Destination city: Bloomington
    Destination location: Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 25 August at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Philadelphia
    Arrival time: 26 August at
    Destination city: Bloomington
    Destination location: Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
    FlixBus + Greyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 27 August at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Schuylkill & Walnut
    Arrival time: 28 August at
    Destination city: Bloomington
    Destination location: Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Bloomington

Bus
Average priceUS$173 - US$183Average duration1d 7h
29kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$144 - US$255Average duration1d 8h
107kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Philadelphia to Bloomington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$173, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
1d 7hAverage duration
US$173Cheapest ticket
29kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Philadelphia, PA to Bloomington, IL: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$179
Average bus trip duration1d 7h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure07:00
Distance729 miles
Latest bus departure08:30

Philadelphia to Bloomington Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Philadelphia, PA - Bloomington, IL

  1. What's the distance between Philadelphia and Bloomington by coach?

    The journey from Philadelphia to Bloomington by coach covers an approximate distance of 730 miles (1177 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Philadelphia to Bloomington without flying?

    To travel from Philadelphia to Bloomington without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Philadelphia to Bloomington, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Philadelphia to Bloomington will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

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