Next available departures

Next departures for Austin to Bloomington on September 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 8h	5:32pm	Uptown Station	Cheapest
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 1h	11:08am	Uptown Station	Fastest
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 1h	11:08am	Uptown Station	No tags
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 8h	5:32pm	Uptown Station	No tags
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 8h	5:32pm	Uptown Station	No tags
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 8h	5:32pm	Uptown Station	No tags
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 10h	8:14pm	Uptown Station	No tags
Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:26am	Austin, TX	1d 10h	8:14pm	Uptown Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:24 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to Bloomington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 398, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

861 milesDistance

126kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceR 2 056 - R 4 512	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR 2 398 - R 6 718	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 126kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,520 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 6520 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 R 2 398

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Austin, TX, US to Bloomington, IL 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 Austin to Bloomington?
The cheapest train tickets from Austin to Bloomington start from R 2 398. The average price for this train route is around R 3 873. 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 Austin to Bloomington?
The average train ride duration from Austin to Bloomington is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 861 miles (1388 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Austin to Bloomington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Austin to Bloomington?
The earliest train departs from Austin to Bloomington at 9:26am. And the latest train departs at 9:26am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/26

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09/27

R 4 611

Today

R 3 672

09/29

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09/30

R 2 482

10/01

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10/02

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10/03

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The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on Sep 30, 2026 with a price of R 2 482

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Austin, TX, US to Bloomington, IL, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 482 to R 14 535 for a train ticket from Austin, TX, US to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 482 which is on 2026-09-30.