What is the cheapest way to get from Bloomington to West Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Bloomington to West Chicago is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bloomington to West Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Bloomington to West Chicago is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Bloomington and West Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Bloomington station to West Chicago. However, there are services departing from Uptown Station and arriving at Crescent/Forest/Glen Ellyn Metra via Oak Brook Center / Macy's and Yorktown Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Bloomington and West Chicago?

No, there is no direct train from Bloomington to West Chicago. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at West Chicago via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Bloomington to West Chicago?

The distance between Bloomington and West Chicago is 155 miles. The road distance is 117.2 miles.

How do I travel from Bloomington to West Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Bloomington to West Chicago without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs $45 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Bloomington to West Chicago?

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Bloomington to West Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bloomington to West Chicago bus from?

Bloomington to West Chicago bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Uptown Station.

Where do I catch the Bloomington to West Chicago train from?

Bloomington to West Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bloomington-Normal station.

Train or bus from Bloomington to West Chicago?

The best way to get from Bloomington to West Chicago is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs $45 - $95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $70 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Bloomington to West Chicago bus arrive?

Bloomington to West Chicago bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Oakbrook Mall station.

Where does the Bloomington to West Chicago train arrive?

Bloomington to West Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Bloomington to West Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Bloomington to West Chicago is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Bloomington to West Chicago.

Where can I stay near West Chicago?

There are 228+ hotels available in West Chicago.

Bloomington to West Chicago - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bloomington to West Chicago by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to West Chicagotrain Up-W
4h 5m
$47–91
Drive 116.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bloomington to West Chicagocar 116.5 mi
2h 13m
$22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Uptown Station to Oakbrook Mallbus Peoria line
5h 14m
$50–69
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0145S
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to West Chicagotrain Up-W
7h 54m
$40–70

Bloomington to West Chicago by train, foot, and bus

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4h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 154.4 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Bloomington-Normal to West Chicago via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, Peoria Charter Coach Company operates a bus from Uptown Station to Oakbrook Mall 6 times a week. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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