Train from Milwaukee to Bloomington, IL: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Milwaukee to Bloomington on December 14
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Intermodal Station
Uptown StationCheapest
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MKE Airport - Trains
Uptown StationFastest
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Intermodal Station
Uptown StationNo tags
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Intermodal Station
Uptown StationNo tags
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MKE Airport - Trains
Uptown StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Milwaukee to Bloomington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 5 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day
5h 41mAverage Duration
177 milesDistance
26kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$42 - $213Average Duration7h 55m
7kg CO₂e
Average Price$37 - $346Average Duration5h 41m
26kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Milwaukee 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Milwaukee to Bloomington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Bloomington start from $37. The average price for this train route is around $64. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Milwaukee to Bloomington?

    The average train ride duration from Milwaukee to Bloomington is 5h 41m, covering a distance of 177 miles (285 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 15m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Milwaukee to Bloomington route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Milwaukee to Bloomington?

    The earliest train departs from Milwaukee to Bloomington at 6:15am. And the latest train departs at 3:10pm.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $75

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

You can expect to pay from $75 to $366 for a train ticket from Milwaukee to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $299 which is on 2025-12-14.

What's the cheapest way to go from Milwaukee to Bloomington, IL?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Milwaukee 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 $64 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $37. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bloomington, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from Milwaukee to Bloomington, IL in about 5h 41m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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