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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Uptown Station | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 12:00 PM CDT.
Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Bloomington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 2 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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
Train Companies
Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the excellent organization and smooth rides. Many appreciate the comfort of train travel as a great value option for easy journeys. However, some mentioned concerns about safety due to disruptive passengers on crowded trains and wished for more proactive staff intervention in such situations.
Amtrak Chicago Bloomington recent customer reviews
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.
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.
We had delayed on mu flight ✈️ trip to Chicago, and I missed my train. When I arrived on Amtrak station ticketing, the agents told me my ticket is non refundable. I am very disappointed
Roland I.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago 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 Chicago to Bloomington?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Bloomington start from CHF 13. The average price for this train route is around CHF 17. 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 Chicago to Bloomington?
The average train ride duration from Chicago to Bloomington is 2h 6m, covering a distance of 118 miles (190 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 58m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Chicago 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 Chicago to Bloomington?
The earliest train departs from Chicago to Bloomington at 7:15am. And the latest train departs at 7:10pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on Aug 31, 2026 with a price of CHF 15To 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 CHF 15 to CHF 195 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 CHF 15 which is on 2026-08-31.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Bloomington, IL?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe 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 CHF 17 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from CHF 13. 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!
