The cheapest and fastest trains from Milwaukee, WI to Bloomington, IL
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
6 h 16 m
Average duration
6 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
298 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milwaukee, WI 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 Milwaukee, WI to Bloomington, IL will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 1 trains that leave Milwaukee, WI for Bloomington, IL on Tue, Dec 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 02 the direct trains cover the 298 km distance in an average of 6 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 16 m .
On Tue, Dec 02 the slowest trains will take 6 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 Milwaukee, WI to Bloomington, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milwaukee, WI to Bloomington, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €35.
Distance: 185 miles (298 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€68 Average price | €47 Average price Cheapest |
4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Milwaukee, WI to Bloomington, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Milwaukee, WI to Bloomington, IL trains for today, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:00 PM Milwaukee, WI | 6h16 | 2:16 AM Bloomington, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milwaukee, WI to Bloomington, IL
Trains from Milwaukee, WI to Bloomington, IL run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 17:35. The fastest train covers the 185 miles (298 km) distance in 5h 41m.
Distance 185 miles (298 km) |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 5h 41m |
First train 06:15 |
Last train 17:35 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Milwaukee, WI to Bloomington, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Milwaukee, WI and Bloomington, IL from $25 (€20). 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 Milwaukee, WI to Bloomington, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milwaukee, WI 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 Milwaukee, WI to Bloomington, IL
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from St. Paul Avenue.
- Milwaukee ChopHouse
- The Capital Grille
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Hilton Milwaukee City Center
- Hyatt Regency Milwaukee
- The Pfister Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 2: intercity bus services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Amtrak: Hiawatha Service to Chicago
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