How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to San Marcos?

The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to San Marcos start from R 2 673. The average price for this train route is around R 2 974. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bloomington to San Marcos?

The average train journey time from Bloomington to San Marcos is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1434 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Bloomington to San Marcos route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bloomington to San Marcos?

The earliest train from Bloomington to San Marcos departs at 09:16. And the latest train departs at 16:22.

Train Bloomington to San Marcos from R 2 673 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Bloomington to San Marcos on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:16	Uptown Station	1d 10h	19:33	San Marcos Station	No tags
Train	11:59	Uptown Station	1d 7h	19:33	San Marcos Station	No tags
Train	16:04	Uptown Station	1d 3h	19:33	San Marcos Station	No tags
Train	09:16	Uptown Station	1d 10h	19:33	San Marcos Station	No tags
Train	11:59	Uptown Station	1d 7h	19:33	San Marcos Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bloomington to San Marcos

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach San Marcos. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 673, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

1d 8hAverage duration

1434 kmDistance

130kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 3 993 - R 5 186	Average duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 673 - R 3 842	Average duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 130kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bloomington, IL and San Marcos, TX, US?

Bloomington, IL

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Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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San Marcos, TX, US

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San Marcos Station
338 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 673

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloomington, IL to San Marcos, TX, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to San Marcos?
The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to San Marcos start from R 2 673. The average price for this train route is around R 2 974. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bloomington to San Marcos?
The average train journey time from Bloomington to San Marcos is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1434 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Bloomington to San Marcos route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bloomington to San Marcos?
The earliest train from Bloomington to San Marcos departs at 09:16. And the latest train departs at 16:22.

What's the cheapest way to go from Bloomington, IL to San Marcos, TX, US?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d 18h	Avg priceR 3 993	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1d 8h	Avg priceR 2 974	Daily departures3

The best way to travel between Bloomington, IL and San Marcos, TX, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 2 974 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 2 673. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Marcos, TX, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Bloomington, IL to San Marcos, TX, US in about 1d 8h – that's the fastest way to get there!