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Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Bloomington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 10 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 995, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 995
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Bloomington, IL 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 Detroit to Bloomington?
The cheapest train tickets from Detroit to Bloomington start from R 995. The average price for this train route is around R 1 645. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Detroit to Bloomington?
The average train journey time from Detroit to Bloomington is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 535 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Detroit to Bloomington 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 Detroit to Bloomington?
The earliest train from Detroit to Bloomington departs at 06:26. And the latest train departs at 09:35.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 190To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Detroit, MI to Bloomington, IL as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 190 to R 5 105 for a train ticket from Detroit, MI to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 190, which is on 2026-01-26.
What's the cheapest way to go from Detroit, MI to Bloomington, IL?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Detroit, MI and Bloomington, IL is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 1 645 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 995. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bloomington, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from Detroit, MI to Bloomington, IL in about 10h 50m – that's the fastest way to get there!
