The cheapest and fastest trains from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL
Cheapest price
$111
Average price
$111
Fastest journey
8 h 16 m
Average duration
8 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
501 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL will cost around $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $111.
Of the 1 trains that leave Kansas City, MO for Bloomington, IL on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 501 km distance in an average of 8 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 16 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 8 h 16 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 and bus for Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €51. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €51, and a bus costs an average of €133.
Distance: 311 miles (501 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€75 Average price Cheapest | €133 Average price |
8h 58m Average total duration Fastest 8h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 5m Average total duration 19h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:16 PM Kansas City, MO | 8h16 | 10:32 PM Bloomington, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL
Trains from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€51) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 12:25. The fastest train covers the 311 miles (501 km) distance in 8h 16m.
Distance 311 miles (501 km) |
Average train duration 8h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€51) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 8h 16m |
First train 07:01 |
Last train 12:25 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Kansas City, MO and Bloomington, IL from $63 (€51). 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 Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL 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 Bloomington, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kansas City, MO to Bloomington, IL
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Pershing Road.
- Pierpont's at Union Station
- Harvey's at Union Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center
- Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center
- Hotel Kansas City
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 3: access to restaurants and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: KC Streetcar
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