The cheapest and fastest trains from Bloomington, IL to O'Hare International Airport
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bloomington, IL to O'Hare International Airport 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 O'Hare International Airport will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 13 trains that leave Bloomington, IL for O'Hare International Airport on Mon, May 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct trains cover the 189 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest trains will take 4 h 10 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.
306 Lincoln Service8:17 PM1h43Uptown Station, Normal, IL10:00 PMSummit Station, Summit, IL$191One-way0 transfers
300 Lincoln Service7:06 AM1h43Uptown Station, Normal, IL8:49 AMSummit Station, Summit, IL$191One-way0 transfers
302 Lincoln Service9:16 AM1h48Uptown Station, Normal, IL11:04 AMSummit Station, Summit, IL$271One-way0 transfers
300 Lincoln Service · 383 Illinois Zephyr7:06 AM11h07Uptown Station, Normal, IL6:13 PMLaGrange Road Station, La Grange, IL$311One-way1 transfer
318 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner5:35 PM1h36Uptown Station, Normal, IL7:11 PMSummit Station, Summit, IL$331One-way0 transfers
318 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner5:35 PM1h36Uptown Station, Normal, IL7:11 PMSummit Station, Summit, IL$331One-way0 transfers
306 Lincoln Service8:17 PM1h43Uptown Station, Normal, IL10:00 PMSummit Station, Summit, IL$191One-way0 transfers
300 Lincoln Service7:06 AM1h43Uptown Station, Normal, IL8:49 AMSummit Station, Summit, IL$191One-way0 transfers
302 Lincoln Service9:16 AM1h48Uptown Station, Normal, IL11:04 AMSummit Station, Summit, IL$271One-way0 transfers
302 Lincoln Service · 335 Hiawatha Service9:16 AM4h10Uptown Station, Normal, IL1:26 PMGlenview Station, Glenview, IL$431One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bloomington, IL to O'Hare International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bloomington, IL to O'Hare International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a bus costs an average of $36.
Distance: 117 miles (189 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bloomington, IL to O'Hare International Airport:
A train is $9 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bloomington, IL to O'Hare International Airport costing on average $44 (€35).
Other travel options to O'Hare International Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 35m.
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (1h 52m by train vs 2h 10m by car). Tickets start at around $34 (€28) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bloomington, IL to O'Hare International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bloomington, IL to O'Hare International Airport trains for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:06 PM Bloomington, IL | 1h43 | 1:49 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bloomington, IL to O'Hare International Airport
Trains from Bloomington, IL to O'Hare International Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:17, the last at 17:08. The fastest train covers the 117 miles (189 km) distance in 1h 43m.
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 43m |
First train 1:17 AM |
Last train 5:08 PM |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Bloomington, IL to O'Hare International Airport trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Bloomington, IL and O'Hare International Airport from $14 (€12). 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 O'Hare International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bloomington, IL to O'Hare International Airport 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 O'Hare International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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