How much is the train ticket from Austin to Bloomington?

The cheapest train tickets from Austin to Bloomington start from $151. The average price for this train route is around $224. 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 Austin to Bloomington?

The average train ride duration from Austin to Bloomington is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 861 miles (1388 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Austin to Bloomington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Austin to Bloomington at 9:26am. And the latest train departs at 9:26am.

Train Austin to Bloomington from $144 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Austin to Bloomington on July 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 8h	5:32pm	Uptown Station	Cheapest
9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 1h	11:08am	Uptown Station	Fastest
9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 1h	11:08am	Uptown Station	No tags
9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 8h	5:32pm	Uptown Station	No tags
9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 8h	5:32pm	Uptown Station	No tags
9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 8h	5:32pm	Uptown Station	No tags
9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 10h	8:14pm	Uptown Station	No tags
9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 10h	8:14pm	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Bloomington on July 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 10h	8:14pm	Uptown Station	Cheapest
9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 1h	11:08am	Uptown Station	Fastest
9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 1h	11:08am	Uptown Station	No tags
9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 8h	5:32pm	Uptown Station	No tags
9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 8h	5:32pm	Uptown Station	No tags
9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 8h	5:32pm	Uptown Station	No tags
9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 10h	8:14pm	Uptown Station	No tags
9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 10h	8:14pm	Uptown Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 6:39 AM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to Bloomington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just $151, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

861 milesDistance

126kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$223 - $304	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$151 - $776	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 126kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,834 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5834 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 $151

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Austin, TX, 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 Austin to Bloomington?
The cheapest train tickets from Austin to Bloomington start from $151. The average price for this train route is around $224. 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 Austin to Bloomington?
The average train ride duration from Austin to Bloomington is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 861 miles (1388 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Austin to Bloomington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Austin to Bloomington?
The earliest train departs from Austin to Bloomington at 9:26am. And the latest train departs at 9:26am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

06/30

No data

07/01

$163

Today

$302

07/03

$196

07/04

$163

07/05

$144

07/06

$291

07/07

$167

The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on Jul 5, 2026 with a price of $144

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

You can expect to pay from $144 to $804 for a train ticket from Austin, TX, US to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $144 which is on 2026-07-05.

What's the cheapest way to go from Austin, TX, US to Bloomington, IL?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 14h	Avg Price$230	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 8h	Avg Price$224	Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between Austin, TX, US 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 $224 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $151. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bloomington, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from Austin, TX, US to Bloomington, IL in about 1d 8h - that's the fastest way to get there!