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

The cheapest way to get from Princeton to Bloomington is to drive which costs $14 - $22 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Princeton to Bloomington is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct train between Princeton and Bloomington?

No, there is no direct train from Princeton station to Bloomington. However, there are services departing from Princeton Station and arriving at Bloomington-Normal via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Princeton to Bloomington?

The distance between Princeton and Bloomington is 143 miles. The road distance is 81.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Princeton to Bloomington without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 35m and costs $29 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Princeton to Bloomington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Princeton to Bloomington train from?

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

Where does the Princeton to Bloomington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Princeton to Bloomington?

Yes, the driving distance between Princeton to Bloomington is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Princeton to Bloomington.

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

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Where can I stay near Bloomington?

There are 42+ hotels available in Bloomington.

Princeton to Bloomington - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Princeton to Bloomington by train, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Princeton Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the bus from Galesburg to Bloomington-Normalbus Greyhound US0157S
3h 35m
$30–62
Drive 81.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Princeton to Bloomingtoncar 81.2 mi
1h 34m
$15–22
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Princeton Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normaltrain Lincoln Service / ...
5h 19m
$67–153

Princeton to Bloomington by train and bus

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3h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 142.1 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

You can take a train from Princeton Station to Bloomington-Normal via Chicago Union Station in around 5h 19m.

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