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The average train between Bloomington–Normal and Chicago takes 2h 26m and the fastest train takes 2h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Bloomington–Normal to Chicago. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 26m
Duration
124 mi
Distance
$35
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Bloomington–Normal to Chicago train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Bloomington–Normal and Chicago. The earliest departure is at 7:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bloomington–Normal is at 8:17 PM which arrives into Chicago at 10:43 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    train train 2h 25m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    train train 2h 19m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 41m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    train train 2h 19m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 41m • Direct
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    train train 2h 19m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 41m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    train train 2h 19m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 41m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    train train 2h 19m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 41m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    train train 2h 19m • Direct
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    train train 2h 24m • Direct
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    train train 2h 41m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bloomington–Normal to Chicago? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Bloomington–Normal to Chicago.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 123.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Bloomington–Normal, IL, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $30–75 and the journey takes 2h 19m.

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