How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to Indianapolis?

The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Indianapolis start from R 1 006. The average price for this train route is around R 1 382. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bloomington to Indianapolis?

The average train journey time from Bloomington to Indianapolis is 11h 41m, covering a distance of 254 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 20m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Bloomington to Indianapolis route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bloomington to Indianapolis?

The earliest train from Bloomington to Indianapolis departs at 11:08. And the latest train departs at 13:23.

Train Bloomington to Indianapolis from R 917 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Bloomington to Indianapolis on 2 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		11:08	Uptown Station	11h 41m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Bloomington to Indianapolis on 4 April
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:35	Uptown Station	8h 20m	02:55	Greyhound Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
11:08	Uptown Station	11h 41m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
11:08	Uptown Station	11h 41m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
17:35	Uptown Station	8h 20m	02:55	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Bloomington to Indianapolis on 7 April
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:08	Uptown Station	11h 41m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Cheapest
17:35	Uptown Station	8h 20m	02:55	Greyhound Amtrak Station	Fastest
11:08	Uptown Station	11h 41m	23:49	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags
17:35	Uptown Station	8h 20m	02:55	Greyhound Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:53 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bloomington to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 522, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3h 15mAverage duration

254 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 522 - R 1 525	Average duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 006 - R 8 722	Average duration11h 41m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bloomington, IL and Indianapolis?

Bloomington, IL

A
Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 781 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5781 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 006

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloomington, IL to Indianapolis by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to Indianapolis?
The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Indianapolis start from R 1 006. The average price for this train route is around R 1 382. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bloomington to Indianapolis?
The average train journey time from Bloomington to Indianapolis is 11h 41m, covering a distance of 254 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Bloomington to Indianapolis route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bloomington to Indianapolis?
The earliest train from Bloomington to Indianapolis departs at 11:08. And the latest train departs at 13:23.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

30/03

R 1 315

31/03

R 1 211

Today

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02/04

R 11 054

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04/04

R 1 402

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The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Indianapolis was searched and found on 31 Mar 2026 with a price of R 1 211

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bloomington, IL to Indianapolis as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 211 to R 11 054 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 402, which is on 2026-04-04.