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

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Bloomington start from $195. The average price for this train route is around $424. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average train ride duration from Los Angeles to Bloomington is 2d , covering a distance of 1658 miles (2673 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Los Angeles to Bloomington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Los Angeles to Bloomington?

The earliest train departs from Los Angeles to Bloomington at 4:05pm. And the latest train departs at 10:00pm.

Train Los Angeles to Bloomington from $187 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Bloomington on December 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:19pm	Union Station	1d 20h	3:40pm	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
5:19pm	Union Station	1d 20h	3:40pm	Uptown Station	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	1d 22h	5:32pm	Uptown Station	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	1d 22h	5:32pm	Uptown Station	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	1d 22h	5:32pm	Uptown Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:07 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Bloomington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 2 days, 23 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $341, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2d 23hAverage Duration

1657 milesDistance

67kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$341 - $341	Average Duration2d 23h	CO₂ emissions 67kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$195 - $1,764	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 243kg CO₂e

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

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
Visit page

Bloomington, IL

A
Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
Visit page

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,650 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5650 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $195

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to Bloomington?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Bloomington start from $195. The average price for this train route is around $424. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Bloomington?
The average train ride duration from Los Angeles to Bloomington is 2d , covering a distance of 1658 miles (2673 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Los Angeles to Bloomington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Los Angeles to Bloomington?
The earliest train departs from Los Angeles to Bloomington at 4:05pm. And the latest train departs at 10:00pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/13

$336

12/14

No data

Today

No data

12/16

$288

12/17

No data

12/18

No data

12/19

No data

12/20

$400

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $288

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

You can expect to pay from $288 to $1,504 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $288 which is on 2025-12-16.