Train tickets from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL

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Next departures for Kansas City to Bloomington on November 21
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Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City 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 11 hours 34 minutes and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
11h 34mAverage Duration
313 milesDistance
46kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$98 - $157Average Duration19h 35m
13kg CO₂e
Average Price$54 - $217Average Duration11h 34m
46kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL by train

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
11/19
$52
11/20
$68
Today
$89
11/22
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11/23
$62
11/24
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11/25
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $52

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

You can expect to pay from $52 to $632 for a train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2025-11-23.

What's the cheapest way to go from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Kansas City, MO 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 $86 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $54. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bloomington, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL in about 11h 34m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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