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Chicago Union Station to Bloomington–Normal trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Chicago Union Station and Bloomington–Normal takes 2h 5m and the fastest train takes 1h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington–Normal. 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 5m
Duration
124 mi
Distance
$80
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Chicago Union Station to Bloomington–Normal train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Chicago Union Station and Bloomington–Normal. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chicago Union Station is at 7:10 PM which arrives into Bloomington–Normal at 9:16 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    train train 1h 58m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    train train 1h 58m • Direct
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Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    train train 1h 58m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    train train 1h 58m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    train train 1h 58m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington–Normal? 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.

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  • Distance: 123.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 5m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normal 5 times a day. Tickets cost $65–110 and the journey takes 1h 58m.

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