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Eskenazi Museum Of Art
Indiana University’s major art museum with global collections, notable architecture, and free public galleries.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bensenville, IL to Bloomington, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $32, and a bus costs an average of $45.
Distance: 115 miles (186 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bensenville, IL to Bloomington, IL:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bensenville, IL to Bloomington, IL costing on average $45 (€37).
Other travel options to Bloomington, IL take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 55m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Pace Bus | Departure Time 08:38AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h52 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Pace Bus | Departure Time 05:26PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 46h44 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Pace Bus | Departure Time 06:03PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 51h07 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $64 |
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Buses from Bensenville, IL to Bloomington, IL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $45 (€37) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:30, the last at 20:17. The fastest bus covers the 115 miles (186 km) distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 115 miles (186 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 6:30 AM |
Last bus 8:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Indiana University’s major art museum with global collections, notable architecture, and free public galleries.
Local history museum covering Bloomington and Monroe County through exhibits on community life, industry, and culture.
Indiana University museum focused on world cultures, material culture, and changing academic exhibitions.
Bloomington’s best-known downtown street, lined with shops, venues, and a lively college-town atmosphere.
Walkable downtown core centered on the courthouse, popular for events, people-watching, and historic character.
Scenic limestone campus with memorable quads, gates, and paths that make it a highlight of the city.
A Hoosier classic: a pounded, breaded pork cutlet fried crisp and served on a bun, often comically larger than the bread.
Indiana's state pie, made with a rich custard-style filling of cream, sugar, and vanilla in a flaky crust.
A hearty Midwestern breakfast staple with soft biscuits covered in peppery sausage gravy, common in diners around southern Indiana.
A well-known old-school steakhouse famed for large steaks, red-sauce dishes, and a celebratory, traditional dining room.
A long-running Bloomington brewery and restaurant known for Indiana craft beer, pub fare, and a lively, casual atmosphere.
An iconic Bloomington institution serving burgers, sandwiches, and classic pub food in a historic college-town atmosphere.
Generally moderate for U.S. travelers. Casual dining and coffee are affordable, while hotels and fine dining can be pricier during peak university or event dates.
Tip 18-20% at sit-down restaurants; 15-20% for delivery; USD 1-2 per drink at bars; round up or tip 10-15% for taxis; a few dollars for hotel staff.
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