How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to St. Louis?

The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to St. Louis start from MAD 171. The average price for this train route is around MAD 209. 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 St. Louis?

The average train ride duration from Bloomington to St. Louis is 2h 52m, covering a distance of 146 miles (235 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 45m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Bloomington to St. Louis route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bloomington to St. Louis?

The earliest train departs from Bloomington to St. Louis at 9:16am. And the latest train departs at 9:19pm.

Train Bloomington to St. Louis from MAD 152 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Bloomington to St. Louis on April 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	2h 50m	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to St. Louis on April 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	2h 50m	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to St. Louis on April 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	2h 50m	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to St. Louis on April 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	2h 50m	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to St. Louis on April 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	2h 50m	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to St. Louis on April 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	2h 50m	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to St. Louis on April 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	2h 50m	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	2h 52m	2:51pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to St. Louis on April 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	2h 50m	12:09am	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	2h 45m	12:01pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	4:22pm	Uptown Station	3h 3m	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	4:22pm	Uptown Station	3h 3m	7:25pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:21 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to St. Louis

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 2 hours 52 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 171, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

2h 52mAverage Duration

146 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceMAD 447 - MAD 1,011	Average Duration12h 25m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceMAD 171 - MAD 777	Average Duration2h 52m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bloomington, IL and St. Louis?

Bloomington, IL

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Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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St. Louis

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Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,788 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5788 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 MAD 171

Amtrak Bloomington St. Louis recent customer reviews

Very good

Brigitte K.

July 29, 2024

Arrival in St Louis was 20 mins late, still able to make the FIRST PITCH

Dave C.

July 14, 2024

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis 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 St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to St. Louis start from MAD 171. The average price for this train route is around MAD 209. 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 St. Louis?
The average train ride duration from Bloomington to St. Louis is 2h 52m, covering a distance of 146 miles (235 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Bloomington to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bloomington to St. Louis?
The earliest train departs from Bloomington to St. Louis at 9:16am. And the latest train departs at 9:19pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis was searched and found on Apr 17, 2026 with a price of MAD 152

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

You can expect to pay from MAD 152 to MAD 2,208 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 152 which is on 2026-04-20.

What's the cheapest way to go from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time12h 25m	Avg PriceMAD 641	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 52m	Avg PriceMAD 209	Daily Departures4

The best way to travel between Bloomington, IL and St. Louis is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost MAD 209 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from MAD 171. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to St. Louis, choose the train, as it will take you from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis in about 2h 52m - that's the fastest way to get there!