The cheapest and fastest trains from Bloomington, IL to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$1213
Average price
$1213
Fastest journey
1 d 8 h 24 m
Average duration
1 d 8 h 24 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1507 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bloomington, IL to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bloomington, IL to Boston, MA will cost around $1213 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $1213.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bloomington, IL for Boston, MA on Fri, Mar 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 20 the direct trains cover the 1507 km distance in an average of 1 d 8 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 8 h 24 m .
On Fri, Mar 20 the slowest trains will take 1 d 8 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Bloomington, IL to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bloomington, IL to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $134. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $134, and a train costs an average of $124.
Distance: 936 miles (1507 km)
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$322 Average price | $313 Average price | $181 Average price Cheapest |
25h 0m Average total duration 24h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 33m Average total duration Fastest 5h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 37h 13m Average total duration 36h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bloomington, IL to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Bloomington, IL to Boston, MA trains for today, Thursday, March 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:35 PM Bloomington, IL | 26h57 | 8:32 PM Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bloomington, IL to Boston, MA
Trains from Bloomington, IL to Boston, MA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 24h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $124 (€102) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 12:50, the last at 12:57. The fastest train covers the 936 miles (1507 km) distance in 25h 57m.
Distance 936 miles (1507 km) |
Average train duration 24h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $124 (€102) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 25h 57m |
First train 12:50 |
Last train 12:57 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Bloomington, IL to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Bloomington, IL and Boston, MA from $124 (€102). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bloomington, IL to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bloomington, IL to Boston, MA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bloomington, IL to Boston, MA
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
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