Train from Bloomington, IL to Buffalo, NY: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Bloomington to Buffalo on 15 December
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Uptown Station
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bloomington to Buffalo

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Buffalo. The journey takes about 20 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
20h 45mAverage duration
553 milesDistance
81kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£133 - £133Average duration1d 2h
22kg CO₂e
Average price£61 - £121Average duration20h 45m
81kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloomington, IL to Buffalo, NY by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Bloomington to Buffalo?

    The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Buffalo start from £61. The average price for this train route is around £77. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Bloomington to Buffalo?

    The average train journey time from Bloomington to Buffalo is 20h 45m, covering a distance of 553 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 14h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Bloomington to Buffalo route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bloomington to Buffalo?

    The earliest train from Bloomington to Buffalo departs at 11:08. And the latest train departs at 17:35.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Buffalo, NY was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of £58

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 Buffalo, NY as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £58 to £645 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to Buffalo, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £58, which is on 2025-12-17.

What's the cheapest way to go from Bloomington, IL to Buffalo, NY?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Bloomington, IL and Buffalo, NY is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £77 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £61. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Buffalo, NY, choose the train, as it will take you from Bloomington, IL to Buffalo, NY in about 20h 45m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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