Train from Newark, NJ to Bloomington, IL: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Newark to Bloomington on July 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Penn Station
Uptown Station
AmtrakTrain
Penn Station
Uptown Station
AmtrakTrain
EWR Airport - AirTrain P4
Uptown Station
AmtrakTrain
Penn Station
Uptown Station
AmtrakTrain
Penn Station
Uptown Station

Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Bloomington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 20 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
20h 50mAverage Duration
775 milesDistance
31kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$137 - $142Average Duration20h 50m
31kg CO₂e
Average Price$301 - $368Average Duration1d 6h
114kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newark, NJ 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Newark to Bloomington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Bloomington start from $301. The average price for this train route is around $315. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Newark to Bloomington?

    The average train ride duration from Newark to Bloomington is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 775 miles (1250 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Newark to Bloomington route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Newark to Bloomington?

    The earliest train departs from Newark to Bloomington at 7:02am. And the latest train departs at 1:54pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on Jul 31, 2026 with a price of $289

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

You can expect to pay from $289 to $1,233 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $289 which is on 2026-07-31.

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