Bus Tickets from Bloomington, IL to Chicago

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Next departures for Bloomington to Chicago on September 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Burlington Trailways
Bloomington
ChicagoNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags
Burlington Trailways
Bloomington
ChicagoNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Chicago

Bus
Average PriceUS$26 - US$163Average Duration7h 15m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$15 - US$51Average Duration2h 25m
17kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Bloomington to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
2h 25mAverage Duration
US$15Cheapest ticket
17kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Bloomington, IL to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$54
Average Bus Trip Duration7h 15m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure9:30am
Distance177 km
Latest bus departure8:17pm

Bloomington to Chicago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bloomington, IL - Chicago

  1. How far is Bloomington from Chicago?

    It's about 190 km (118 miles) from Bloomington to Chicago.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bloomington to Chicago?

    Buses departing from Uptown Station in Bloomington will take you to Downtown Greyhound Station in Chicago.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-31
US$47
09-01
US$43
Today
US$40
09-03
US$31
09-04
US$31
09-05
US$34
09-06
US$31
09-07
US$36
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Chicago was searched and found on Sep 3, 2025 with a price of US$31

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bloomington, IL to Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$31 to US$155 for a bus ticket from Bloomington, IL to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$31 which is on 2025-09-03.

Usually Burlington Trailways will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Bloomington and Chicago!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Bloomington to Chicago.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Bloomington to Chicago will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Bloomington to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Will you be returning to Bloomington, IL by bus?

Bus from Chicago to Bloomington, IL

You can also go to Chicago by train

Train from Bloomington, IL to Chicago

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