How much is the train ticket from Washington to Bloomington?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Bloomington start from R 1 730. The average price for this train route is around R 2 602. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Bloomington?

The average train journey time from Washington to Bloomington is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1040 km. The quickest train can get you there in 23h 1m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Bloomington 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 Washington to Bloomington?

The earliest train from Washington to Bloomington departs at 07:53. And the latest train departs at 15:57.

Train Washington to Bloomington from R 1 730 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Washington to Bloomington on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:05	Union Station	1d 6h	21:16	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	16:05	Union Station	1d 4h	19:25	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	16:05	Union Station	1d	16:04	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	10:59	Union Station	1d 9h	19:25	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	10:59	Union Station	1d 6h	16:04	Uptown Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Bloomington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 4hAverage duration

1040 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 136 - R 3 305	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 730 - R 10 488	Average duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 95kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Washington, DC, US and Bloomington, IL?

Washington, DC, US

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Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Bloomington, IL

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Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 659 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5659 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 1 730

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Bloomington, IL 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 Washington to Bloomington?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Bloomington start from R 1 730. The average price for this train route is around R 2 602. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Bloomington?
The average train journey time from Washington to Bloomington is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1040 km. The quickest train can get you there in 23h 1m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Bloomington 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 Washington to Bloomington?
The earliest train from Washington to Bloomington departs at 07:53. And the latest train departs at 15:57.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Bloomington, IL?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d 4h	Avg priceR 2 978	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1d 6h	Avg priceR 2 602	Daily departures4

The best way to travel between Washington, DC, US 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 R 2 602 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 1 730. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bloomington, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from Washington, DC, US to Bloomington, IL in about 1d 4h – that's the fastest way to get there!