How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Bloomington?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Bloomington start from $322. The average price for this train route is around $348. 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 Richmond to Bloomington?

The average train ride duration from Richmond to Bloomington is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 646 miles (1042 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Richmond to Bloomington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Richmond to Bloomington at 4:52am. And the latest train departs at 12:52pm.

Train Richmond to Bloomington from $322 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Richmond to Bloomington on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:01am	Staples Mill Road	1d 6h	4:04pm	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	11:01am	Staples Mill Road	1d 9h	7:25pm	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	12:43pm	Staples Mill Road	1d 7h	7:25pm	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	12:43pm	Staples Mill Road	1d 9h	9:16pm	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	12:43pm	Staples Mill Road	1d 4h	4:04pm	Uptown Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond 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 1 day, 6 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

652 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$125 - $125	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$322 - $397	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 95kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Richmond, VA, US and Bloomington, IL?

Richmond, VA, US

A
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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B
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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Bloomington, IL

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

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 $322

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, 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 Richmond to Bloomington?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Bloomington start from $322. The average price for this train route is around $348. 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 Richmond to Bloomington?
The average train ride duration from Richmond to Bloomington is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 646 miles (1042 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Richmond to Bloomington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Richmond to Bloomington?
The earliest train departs from Richmond to Bloomington at 4:52am. And the latest train departs at 12:52pm.