What is the cheapest way to get from Western Springs to Bloomington?

The cheapest way to get from Western Springs to Bloomington is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Western Springs to Bloomington?

The fastest way to get from Western Springs to Bloomington is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Western Springs and Bloomington?

No, there is no direct bus from Western Springs to Bloomington. However, there are services departing from Downers Grove Metra and arriving at Watterson Commons via Downers Grove. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Western Springs and Bloomington?

No, there is no direct train from Western Springs to Bloomington. However, there are services departing from Western Springs and arriving at Bloomington-Normal via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Western Springs to Bloomington?

The distance between Western Springs and Bloomington is 140 miles. The road distance is 119.6 miles.

How do I travel from Western Springs to Bloomington without a car?

The best way to get from Western Springs to Bloomington without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs $35 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Western Springs to Bloomington?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Western Springs to Bloomington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Western Springs to Bloomington bus from?

Western Springs to Bloomington bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Downers Grove station.

Where do I catch the Western Springs to Bloomington train from?

Western Springs to Bloomington train services, operated by Metra, depart from Western Springs station.

Train or bus from Western Springs to Bloomington?

The best way to get from Western Springs to Bloomington is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs $35 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Western Springs to Bloomington bus arrive?

Western Springs to Bloomington bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Watterson Commons station.

Where does the Western Springs to Bloomington train arrive?

Western Springs to Bloomington train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Western Springs to Bloomington?

Yes, the driving distance between Western Springs to Bloomington is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Western Springs to Bloomington.

Where can I stay near Bloomington?

There are 44+ hotels available in Bloomington.

Western Springs to Bloomington - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Western Springs to Bloomington by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Western Springs to Chicago Union Stationtrain Bnsf
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normaltrain Lincoln Service / ...
3h 36m
$39–90
Drive 118.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Western Springs to Bloomingtoncar 118.9 mi
2h 7m
$22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Downers Grove to Watterson Commonsbus Peoria line
4h 9m
$49–67
Bus via Chicago Union Station (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Bloomington-Normalbus Greyhound US0145S
6h 42m
$34–65

Western Springs to Bloomington by train

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Distance: 139.1 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Western Springs, IL, USA and Bloomington, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Western Springs to Bloomington-Normal via Chicago Union Station in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, Peoria Charter Coach Company operates a bus from Downers Grove to Watterson Commons 4 times a week. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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