Trains tickets from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis

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Today29 Jul
from US$27
Tomorrow30 Jul
from US$27
Thu31 Jul
from US$27
Fri1 Aug
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Sat2 Aug
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Sun3 Aug
from US$32
Mon4 Aug
from US$22
Tue5 Aug
from US$22

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Bloomington
    Departure location: Uptown Station
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: St. Louis
    Destination location: Gateway Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Bloomington
    Departure location: Uptown Station
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: St. Louis
    Destination location: Gateway Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Bloomington
    Departure location: Uptown Station
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: St. Louis
    Destination location: Gateway Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Bloomington
    Departure location: Uptown Station
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: St. Louis
    Destination location: Gateway Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Bloomington
    Departure location: Uptown Station
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: St. Louis
    Destination location: Gateway Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bloomington to St. Louis

Bus
Average priceUS$57 - US$139Average duration8h 30m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$18 - US$82Average duration2h 52m
21kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Bloomington to St. Louis

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 2 hours 52 minutes and with fares starting at just US$18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
2h 52mAverage duration
US$18Cheapest ticket
21kgCO₂ emissions

Train Bloomington, IL to St. Louis: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$22
Average train trip duration2h 52m
Number of daily trains4
Earliest train departure09:16
Distance146 miles
Latest train departure21:19

Bloomington to St. Louis Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bloomington, IL - St. Louis

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Bloomington to St. Louis cost?

    The average train ticket price from Bloomington to St. Louis is US$22. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Bloomington to St. Louis 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 St. Louis?

    A train trip between Bloomington and St. Louis is around 2h 52m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 144 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Bloomington and St. Louis?

    The number of trains from Bloomington to St. Louis 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 St. Louis by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Bloomington to St. Louis?

    When taking the train from Bloomington to St. Louis, 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$35
28/07
US$24
Today
US$24
30/07
US$24
31/07
US$24
01/08
US$24
02/08
US$24
03/08
US$29
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis was searched and found on 28 Jul 2025 with a price of US$24

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 St. Louis as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$24 to US$202 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$24, 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 St. Louis 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.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to St. Louis, 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.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Bloomington and St. Louis compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Bloomington to St. Louis.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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.

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!

What's the cheapest way to go from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Bloomington, IL and St. Louis is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$22 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$18. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to St. Louis, choose the train, as it will take you from Bloomington, IL to St. Louis in about 2h 52m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from St. Louis to Bloomington, IL

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