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Next departures for Bloomington to Philadelphia on October 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 2h	2:59pm	30th Street Station
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 4h	4:28pm	30th Street Station
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 5h	5:56pm	30th Street Station
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 4h	4:28pm	30th Street Station
	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 5h	5:56pm	30th Street Station

Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 23 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $106, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

23h 15mAverage Duration

724 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$106 - $249	Average Duration23h 15m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$257 - $1,311	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 107kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,556 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 6556 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 $257

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloomington, IL to Philadelphia, PA, US 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 Bloomington to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Philadelphia start from $257. The average price for this train route is around $305. 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 Bloomington to Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from Bloomington to Philadelphia is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 727 miles (1173 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Bloomington to Philadelphia 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 Bloomington to Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from Bloomington to Philadelphia at 11:08am. And the latest train departs at 11:08am.