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McLean County Museum of History
Outstanding local history museum in a restored courthouse annex, featuring Abraham Lincoln, Route 66, and immersive county exhibits.
Cheapest price on Sep 02
$235
Average ticket price on Sep 02
$235
Fastest journey on Sep 02
11 h 29 m
Average journey duration on Sep 02
11 h 29 m
Trains on Sep 02
1
Distance
701 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Little Rock, AR 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 Little Rock, AR to Bloomington, IL will cost around $235 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $235.
On Wed, Sep 02, we found 1 trains from Little Rock, AR to Bloomington, IL, including 1 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 02 the direct trains cover the 701 km distance in an average of 11 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 29 m .
On Wed, Sep 02 the slowest trains will take 11 h 29 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.


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Trains from Little Rock, AR to Bloomington, IL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $110 (€89) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:16, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 435 miles (701 km) distance in 10h 20m.
Distance 435 miles (701 km) |
Average train duration 10h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $110 (€89) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 10h 20m |
First train 9:16 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 77 days |
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Outstanding local history museum in a restored courthouse annex, featuring Abraham Lincoln, Route 66, and immersive county exhibits.
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Beloved local breakfast and lunch cafe known for hearty American classics, pies, and friendly small-town diner charm.
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Moderate for U.S. Midwest travel. Hotels and dining are usually below big-city prices, while transport often requires a car or rideshare, adding to visitor costs.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 15-20% for taxis or rideshares, and $1-2 at cafes for good service. Some bills include gratuity, so check first.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Little Rock, AR 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.

Most Little Rock, AR to Bloomington, IL trains use the Union Station to Uptown Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Little Rock, AR and Bloomington, IL train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Brave New Restaurant, The Pantry Crest
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Capital Hotel, Little Rock Marriott, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Little Rock.
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