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.

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 .

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 .

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Bus New York City to Bloomington from $139 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Bloomington on January 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:55am	New York Port Authority	1d 5h	2:25pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Bloomington

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	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$125 - $362	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$197 - $1,989	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 115kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New York City and Bloomington?

Stops in New York City

A
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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B
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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C
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA

Stops in Bloomington

A
Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,940 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,485 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound New York City Bloomington recent customer reviews

Generally acceptable

Samuel B.

July 24, 2018

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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.

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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The 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.