Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on November 21
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on November 22
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on November 23
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on November 24
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on November 25
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on November 26
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
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Downtown Greyhound Station
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on November 27
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Chicago
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Greyhound Bloomington Chicago recent customer reviews
Based on 20 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Burlington Trailways ticket prices on this trip start at $163
Customers express dissatisfaction with the train service, mentioning significant delays on multiple occasions. Despite this, some customers appreciate the relaxing trip experience. However, there are complaints about a lady using strong-smelling hand soap that affected their overall satisfaction.
Amtrak Bloomington Chicago recent customer reviews
Train was 4 hours late on our trip to Chicago in one hour late and our returning trip !!!
1 out of 5 stars
Leandra G.
Thanks for a relaxing trip! -5 points for the lady with loreál smelling hand soap!
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloomington, IL to Chicago by bus
How far is Bloomington from Chicago?
Bloomington and Chicago are 118 miles (190 km) apart.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bloomington to Chicago?
Most of the buses traveling from Bloomington to Chicago leave from Uptown Station and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?
Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Lincoln Park Zoo, Cloud Gate, Architectural River Cruise, Lake Michigan and Navy Pier.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/18
$38
11/19
$38
Today
$58
11/21
$72
11/22
$58
11/23
$48
11/24
$41
11/25
$44
The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $38
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bloomington, IL to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $38 to $72 for a bus ticket from Bloomington, IL to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-11-24.
The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $38
