How much does a cheap train ticket from Bloomington to St. Louis cost?

The average train ticket price from Bloomington to St. Louis is $38. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Bloomington to St. Louis 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 trip from Bloomington to St. Louis?

A train trip between Bloomington and St. Louis is around 2h 52m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 232 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Bloomington and St. Louis?

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

Which train companies travel from Bloomington to St. Louis?

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

Train Bloomington to St. Louis from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Bloomington to St. Louis on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	2h 50m	12:09am	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
Train	4:04pm	Uptown Station	3h 3m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	4:04pm	Uptown Station	3h 3m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	7:28pm	Uptown Station	2h 55m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	7:28pm	Uptown Station	2h 55m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to St. Louis on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	2h 50m	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to St. Louis on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	CheapestFastest
Train	4:04pm	Uptown Station	3h 3m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	4:04pm	Uptown Station	3h 3m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	7:28pm	Uptown Station	2h 55m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	7:28pm	Uptown Station	2h 55m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:57 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to St. Louis

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 2 hours 52 minutes, and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

2h 52mAverage Duration

235 kmDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$82 - $105	Average Duration8h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$27 - $92	Average Duration2h 52m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bloomington, IL and St. Louis?

Bloomington, IL

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Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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St. Louis

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Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,598 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5598 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $27

Amtrak Bloomington St. Louis recent customer reviews

Very good

Brigitte K.

July 29, 2024

Arrival in St Louis was 20 mins late, still able to make the FIRST PITCH

Dave C.

July 14, 2024

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Bloomington to St. Louis cost?
The average train ticket price from Bloomington to St. Louis is $38. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Bloomington to St. Louis 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 trip from Bloomington to St. Louis?
A train trip between Bloomington and St. Louis is around 2h 52m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 232 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Bloomington and St. Louis?
The number of trains from Bloomington to St. Louis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Bloomington to St. Louis by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Bloomington to St. Louis?
When taking the train from Bloomington to St. Louis, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-20

$35

11-21

$35

Today

$35

11-23

$42

11-24

$24

11-25

$35

11-26

$24

11-27

$24

The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $24

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $24 to $388 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-11-24.

What's the cheapest way to go from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis?

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$82	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time2h 52m	Avg Price$38	Daily Departures4

The best way to travel between Bloomington, IL and St. Louis is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $38 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $27. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to St. Louis, choose the train, as it will take you from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis in about 2h 52m —that's the fastest way to get there!