Bus from New York City to Bloomington, IL: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for New York City to Bloomington on January 7
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
New York Port Authority
Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)CheapestFastest

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 5hAverage Duration
784 milesDistance
32kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$125 - $362Average Duration1d 5h
32kg CO₂e
Average Price$197 - $1,989Average Duration1d 6h
115kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New York City to Bloomington, IL by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Bloomington?

    The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Bloomington start from $125. The average price for this route is around $142. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from New York City to Bloomington?

    The average bus trip duration from New York City to Bloomington is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 784 miles (1265 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the New York City to Bloomington route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Bloomington?

    The earliest bus departs from New York City to Bloomington at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55am.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Bloomington?

    A bus trip from New York City to Bloomington generates an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from New York City to Bloomington?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11799 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Bloomington?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from New York City to Bloomington?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Bloomington?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on Jan 8, 2026 with a price of $139

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

You can expect to pay from $139 to $139 for a bus ticket from New York City to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $139 which is on 2026-01-08.

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