How much does a cheap train ticket from Bloomington to New York City cost?

The average train ticket price from Bloomington to New York City is £270. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Bloomington to New York City 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 train trip from Bloomington to New York City?

A train trip between Bloomington and New York City is around 1d 7h, although the fastest train will take about 1d . This is the time it takes to travel the 785 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Bloomington and New York City?

The number of trains from Bloomington to New York City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Bloomington to New York City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Bloomington to New York City?

When taking the train from Bloomington to New York City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Bloomington to New York City from £88 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Bloomington to New York City on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:02	Uptown Station	1d 9h	21:55	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:08	Uptown Station	1d 7h	19:46	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:08	Uptown Station	1d 6h	18:42	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:08	Uptown Station	1d 10h	22:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:08	Uptown Station	1d 14h	02:12	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bloomington to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 2hAverage duration

784 milesDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£97 - £292	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£92 - £1,735	Average duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 115kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bloomington, IL and New York City?

Bloomington, IL

A
Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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New York City

A
Penn Station
254 W 31st St, New York, NY 10001, USA

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5608 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £92

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloomington, IL to New York City by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Bloomington to New York City cost?
The average train ticket price from Bloomington to New York City is £270. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Bloomington to New York City 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 train trip from Bloomington to New York City?
A train trip between Bloomington and New York City is around 1d 7h, although the fastest train will take about 1d . This is the time it takes to travel the 785 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Bloomington and New York City?
The number of trains from Bloomington to New York City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Bloomington to New York City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Bloomington to New York City?
When taking the train from Bloomington to New York City, 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

25/11

£840

26/11

£276

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28/11

£176

29/11

£169

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01/12

£127

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The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to New York City was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £127

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 New York City as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £127 to £1,730 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £127, which is on 2025-12-01.