How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to Los Angeles?

The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Los Angeles start from R 2 833. The average price for this train route is around R 5 449. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bloomington to Los Angeles?

The average train journey time from Bloomington to Los Angeles is 2d 15h, covering a distance of 2672 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Bloomington to Los Angeles route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bloomington to Los Angeles?

The earliest train from Bloomington to Los Angeles departs at 09:16. And the latest train departs at 16:22.

Train Bloomington to Los Angeles from R 2 717 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Bloomington to Los Angeles on 26 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:59	Uptown Station	1d 21h	07:57	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	09:16	Uptown Station	2d	07:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Bloomington to Los Angeles on 28 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:04	Uptown Station	2d 15h	05:35	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	11:59	Uptown Station	1d 21h	07:57	Union Station	Fastest
Train	16:04	Uptown Station	2d 15h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:16	Uptown Station	2d 22h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:16	Uptown Station	2d 22h	05:35	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 1:25 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bloomington to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 3 days, 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 863, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3d 3hAverage duration

2672 kmDistance

67kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 3 863 - R 7 058	Average duration3d 3h	CO₂ emissions 67kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 833 - R 23 714	Average duration2d 15h	CO₂ emissions 243kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bloomington, IL and Los Angeles, US?

Bloomington, IL

A
Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Los Angeles, US

A
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
B
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 671 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5671 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 R 2 833

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloomington, IL to Los Angeles, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to Los Angeles?
The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Los Angeles start from R 2 833. The average price for this train route is around R 5 449. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bloomington to Los Angeles?
The average train journey time from Bloomington to Los Angeles is 2d 15h, covering a distance of 2672 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Bloomington to Los Angeles route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bloomington to Los Angeles?
The earliest train from Bloomington to Los Angeles departs at 09:16. And the latest train departs at 16:22.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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R 4 767

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R 23 831

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R 6 970

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The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 23 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 767

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 Los Angeles, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 4 767 to R 27 948 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 6 970, which is on 2025-12-28.