How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to Lincoln?

The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Lincoln start from $8. The average price for this train route is around $9. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bloomington to Lincoln?

The average train ride duration from Bloomington to Lincoln is 28m, covering a distance of 32 miles (52 km). The quickest train can get you there in 26m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Bloomington to Lincoln route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bloomington to Lincoln?

The earliest train departs from Bloomington to Lincoln at 11:59am. And the latest train departs at 9:19pm.

Train Bloomington to Lincoln from $7 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Bloomington to Lincoln on December 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	28m	9:47pm	Lincoln City, IL	Cheapest
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	26m	12:25pm	Lincoln City, IL	Fastest
Train	4:04pm	Uptown Station	26m	4:30pm	Lincoln City, IL	No tags
Train	4:04pm	Uptown Station	26m	4:30pm	Lincoln City, IL	No tags
Train	7:28pm	Uptown Station	30m	7:58pm	Lincoln City, IL	No tags

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Get from Bloomington to Lincoln

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 28 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

28mAverage Duration

32 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,676 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5676 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $8

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloomington, IL to Lincoln, IL, US by train

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 train ticket from Bloomington to Lincoln?
The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Lincoln start from $8. The average price for this train route is around $9. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bloomington to Lincoln?
The average train ride duration from Bloomington to Lincoln is 28m, covering a distance of 32 miles (52 km). The quickest train can get you there in 26m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Bloomington to Lincoln route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bloomington to Lincoln?
The earliest train departs from Bloomington to Lincoln at 11:59am. And the latest train departs at 9:19pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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12/23

$7

12/24

$7

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12/26

$7

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The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Lincoln, IL, US was searched and found on Dec 23, 2025 with a price of $7

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 Lincoln, IL, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $7 to $196 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to Lincoln, IL, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $7 which is on 2025-12-26.