What is the cheapest way to get from Arkansas to Bloomington?

The cheapest way to get from Arkansas to Bloomington is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 9h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arkansas to Bloomington?

The fastest way to get from Arkansas to Bloomington is to fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $120 - $650.

Is there a direct train between Arkansas and Bloomington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Union Station station and arriving at Bloomington-Normal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 24m.

How far is it from Arkansas to Bloomington?

The distance between Arkansas and Bloomington is 453 miles. The road distance is 509.5 miles.

How do I travel from Arkansas to Bloomington without a car?

The best way to get from Arkansas to Bloomington without a car is to train which takes 11h 24m and costs $160 - $330.

How long does it take to get from Arkansas to Bloomington?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Arkansas to Bloomington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arkansas to Bloomington train from?

Arkansas to Bloomington train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Union Station.

Train or fly from Arkansas to Bloomington?

The best way to get from Arkansas to Bloomington is to fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $120 - $650. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $160 - $330 and takes 11h 24m.

Where does the Arkansas to Bloomington train arrive?

Arkansas to Bloomington train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bloomington-Normal station.

Can I drive from Arkansas to Bloomington?

Yes, the driving distance between Arkansas to Bloomington is 510 miles. It takes approximately 9h 22m to drive from Arkansas to Bloomington.

How do I get a train ticket from Arkansas to Bloomington?

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Where can I stay near Bloomington?

There are 43+ hotels available in Bloomington.

Arkansas to Bloomington - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

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Fly Bill And Hillary Clinton National Airport to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal
best
1. Fly from Bill And Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI)plane LIT - BMI
5h 28m
$128–621
Drive 506.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Little Rock to Bloomingtoncar 506.6 mi
9h 22m
$93–134
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Union Station to Bloomington-Normaltrain Texas Eagle
11h 24m
$160–330
Fly Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal
1. Fly from Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI)plane XNA - BMI
5h 35m
$131–528
Fly Texarkana Regional Airport to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal
1. Fly from Texarkana Regional Airport (TXK) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI)plane TXK - BMI
9h 8m
$96–433
Fly Bill And Hillary Clinton National Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Bill And Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LIT - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normaltrain
6h 13m
$139–560

Arkansas to Bloomington by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 450.2 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Arkansas, USA and Bloomington, IL, USA?

American Airlines and Delta fly from Bill And Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Union Station to Bloomington-Normal once daily. Tickets cost $160–330 and the journey takes 11h 24m.

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How to get fromArkansas to Bloomingtonby plane, train (Amtrak), car, or train

There are 6 ways to get from Arkansas to Bloomington by plane, train (Amtrak), car, or train

Fly Bill And Hillary Clinton National Airport to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal

Drive 506.6 mi

Train (Amtrak)

Fly Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal

Fly Texarkana Regional Airport to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal

Fly Bill And Hillary Clinton National Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train