Train from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Kansas City to Bloomington on 27 November
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Kansas City to Bloomington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 11 hours 34 minutes and with fares starting at just £42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
11h 34mAverage duration
313 milesDistance
46kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£76 - £121Average duration19h 35m
13kg CO₂e
Average price£42 - £186Average duration11h 34m
46kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL 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 Kansas City to Bloomington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Kansas City to Bloomington start from £42. The average price for this train route is around £66. 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 Kansas City to Bloomington?

    The average train journey time from Kansas City to Bloomington is 11h 34m, covering a distance of 313 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 8h 39m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Kansas City to Bloomington route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Kansas City to Bloomington departs at 07:01. And the latest train departs at 08:40.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
24/11
£55
25/11
£47
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£114
27/11
£55
28/11
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29/11
£55
30/11
£101
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £47

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

You can expect to pay from £47 to £476 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £55, which is on 2025-11-27.

What's the cheapest way to go from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Kansas City, MO and Bloomington, IL is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £66 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £42. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bloomington, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL in about 11h 34m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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