Trains tickets from Bloomington, IL to New York City

Today29 Jul
Tomorrow30 Jul
from US$253
Thu31 Jul
from US$260
Fri1 Aug
from US$312
Sat2 Aug
from US$364
Sun3 Aug
from US$260
Mon4 Aug
from US$344
Tue5 Aug

Trains leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Bloomington
    Departure location: Uptown Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Bloomington
    Departure location: Uptown Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Bloomington
    Departure location: Uptown Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
    Operated by: Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Bloomington
    Departure location: Uptown Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Bloomington
    Departure location: Uptown Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
    Operated by: Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bloomington to New York City

Bus
Average priceUS$165 - US$283Average duration1d 5h
32kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$186 - US$1,161Average duration1d 7h
115kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Bloomington to New York City

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$165, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
1d 5hAverage duration
US$165Cheapest ticket
32kgCO₂ emissions

Train Bloomington, IL to New York City: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$312
Average train trip duration1d 7h
Number of daily trains4
Earliest train departure11:02
Distance784 miles
Latest train departure17:35

Bloomington to New York City Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bloomington, IL - New York City

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Bloomington to New York City cost?

    The average train ticket price from Bloomington to New York City is US$312. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Bloomington to New York City is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Bloomington to New York City?

    A train trip between Bloomington and New York City is around 1d 7h, although the fastest train will take about 1d . This is the time it takes to travel the 785 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Bloomington and New York City?

    The number of trains from Bloomington to New York City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Bloomington to New York City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Bloomington to New York City?

    When taking the train from Bloomington to New York City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
27/07
US$1,146
28/07
US$271
Today
US$193
30/07
US$243
31/07
US$250
01/08
US$300
02/08
US$350
03/08
US$250
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to New York City was searched and found on 29 Jul 2025 with a price of US$193

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

You can expect to pay from US$193 to US$2,185 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$243, which is on 2025-07-30.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Bloomington to New York City is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to New York City you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Bloomington and New York City, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Bloomington to New York City and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

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Train from New York City to Bloomington, IL

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