The cheapest and fastest trains from Minneapolis, MN to Bloomington, IL
Cheapest price
$108
Average price
$112
Fastest journey
12 h 26 m
Average duration
12 h 26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
609 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Minneapolis, MN 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 Minneapolis, MN to Bloomington, IL will cost around $112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $108.
Of the 2 trains that leave Minneapolis, MN for Bloomington, IL on Wed, May 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct trains cover the 609 km distance in an average of 12 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 26 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest trains will take 12 h 26 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.
1:50 PM12h26Minneapolis, MN2:16 AMBloomington, IL$1081One-way0 transfers
2:50 PM12h26Minneapolis, MN3:16 AMBloomington, IL$1151One-way0 transfers
2:50 PM12h26Minneapolis, MN3:16 AMBloomington, IL$1151One-way0 transfers
1:50 PM12h26Minneapolis, MN2:16 AMBloomington, IL$1081One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Minneapolis, MN to Bloomington, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Minneapolis, MN to Bloomington, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $98. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $98, and a train costs an average of $105.
Distance: 378 miles (609 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$167 Average price | $162 Average price Cheapest | $95 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 32m Average total duration Fastest 10h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 5m Average total duration 13h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m 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 Minneapolis, MN to Bloomington, IL:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Minneapolis, MN to Bloomington, IL costing on average $167 (€135).
Other travel options to Bloomington, IL take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 35m.
Tickets start at around $167 (€135) compared to roughly $95 (€77) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-71.97 (€-58.10). The journey takes 10h 2m versus 7h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Minneapolis, MN to Bloomington, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Minneapolis, MN to Bloomington, IL trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:50 PM Minneapolis, MN | 12h26 | 2:16 AM Bloomington, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:50 PM Minneapolis, MN | 12h26 | 3:16 AM Bloomington, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Minneapolis, MN to Bloomington, IL
Trains from Minneapolis, MN to Bloomington, IL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $105 (€85) but you can travel from only $98 (€79) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:06, the last at 09:16. The fastest train covers the 378 miles (609 km) distance in 12h 26m.
Distance 378 miles (609 km) |
Average train duration 10h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $105 (€85) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 12h 26m |
First train 7:06 AM |
Last train 9:16 AM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Minneapolis, MN to Bloomington, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Minneapolis, MN and Bloomington, IL from $98 (€79). 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 Minneapolis, MN to Bloomington, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Minneapolis, MN 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.

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