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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Chicago to Bloomington

Composite routes from Chicago to Bloomington

Cheapest
30 h 41 min
Car
3176 km.
from $174

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Central
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$358.70–$510.87

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Decatur
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$217.39

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normal
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.22–$86.96

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
ifsr@greyhound.com
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Bloomington
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$119.57

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Bloomington?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Bloomington is to drive which costs $23.91 - $34.78 and takes 2h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Bloomington?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Bloomington is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $15.22 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Bloomington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Bloomington. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Bloomington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Bloomington-Normal. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Chicago to Bloomington?

The distance between Chicago and Bloomington is 199 km. The road distance is 215 km.

How do I travel from Chicago to Bloomington without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Bloomington without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $15.22 - $86.96 .

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Bloomington?

The train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normal takes 1h 58m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Bloomington bus from?

Chicago to Bloomington bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Bloomington train from?

Chicago to Bloomington train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Bloomington?

The best way to get from Chicago to Bloomington is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $15.22 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $14.13 - $119.57 and takes 5h 15m, you could also fly, which costs $173.91 - $369.57 and takes 3h 51m.

Where does the Chicago to Bloomington bus arrive?

Chicago to Bloomington bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Bloomington station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Bloomington?

It is currently 13:14 at both, Chicago and Bloomington.

Where does the Chicago to Bloomington train arrive?

Chicago to Bloomington train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bloomington-Normal station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Bloomington?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Bloomington is 215 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Chicago to Bloomington.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Bloomington?

Book your Chicago to Bloomington train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Bloomington?

Book your Chicago to Bloomington bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bloomington?

There are 39+ hotels available in Bloomington. Prices start at $39.29 per night.
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