The cheapest and fastest trains from Bloomington, IL to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bloomington, IL to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bloomington, IL to Chicago, IL will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 6 trains that leave Bloomington, IL for Chicago, IL on Sat, Nov 08, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 08 the direct trains cover the 189 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest trains will take 2 h 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
306 Lincoln Service
318 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
300 Lincoln Service
302 Lincoln Service
22 Texas Eagle
300 Lincoln Service
302 Lincoln Service
318 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
306 Lincoln Service
22 Texas EagleTravel Information
Compare train and bus for Bloomington, IL to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bloomington, IL to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 189 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€45 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bloomington, IL to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Bloomington, IL to Chicago, IL trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
300 Lincoln Service | 1:06 PM Uptown Station, Normal, IL | 2h19 | 3:25 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
22 Texas Eagle | 5:08 PM Uptown Station, Normal, IL | 2h36 | 7:44 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bloomington, IL to Chicago, IL
Trains from Bloomington, IL to Chicago, IL run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:06, the last at 20:17. The fastest train covers the 189 km distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 189 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 07:06 |
Last train 20:17 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Bloomington, IL to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Bloomington, IL and Chicago, IL from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bloomington, IL to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bloomington, IL to Chicago, IL by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bloomington, IL to Chicago, IL
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Canal Street.
- The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
- Lou Mitchell's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
- JW Marriott Chicago
- W Chicago - City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Metra services
- Hall 3: food court and retail shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTA: Blue Line, Pink Line
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