How much is the train ticket from Milwaukee to Bloomington?

The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Bloomington start from R 630. The average price for this train route is around R 880. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Milwaukee to Bloomington?

The average train journey time from Milwaukee to Bloomington is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 285 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 15m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Milwaukee to Bloomington route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Milwaukee to Bloomington departs at 06:15. And the latest train departs at 15:10.

Train Milwaukee to Bloomington from R 588 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Milwaukee to Bloomington on 16 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Intermodal Station	4h 25m	19:25	Uptown Station	Cheapest
Train	15:10	MKE Airport - Trains	4h 15m	19:25	Uptown Station	Fastest
Train	15:00	Intermodal Station	6h 16m	21:16	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	15:10	MKE Airport - Trains	6h 6m	21:16	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Bloomington on 17 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Intermodal Station	6h 16m	21:16	Uptown Station	Cheapest
Train	15:10	MKE Airport - Trains	4h 15m	19:25	Uptown Station	Fastest
Train	06:15	Intermodal Station	5h 41m	11:56	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	06:15	Intermodal Station	5h 41m	11:56	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	08:05	Intermodal Station	8h 17m	16:22	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Bloomington on 18 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Intermodal Station	4h 25m	19:25	Uptown Station	Cheapest
Train	15:10	MKE Airport - Trains	4h 15m	19:25	Uptown Station	Fastest
Train	06:15	Intermodal Station	5h 41m	11:56	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	08:05	Intermodal Station	8h 17m	16:22	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	08:05	Intermodal Station	8h 17m	16:22	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Bloomington on 19 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Intermodal Station	6h 16m	21:16	Uptown Station	Cheapest
Train	15:10	MKE Airport - Trains	4h 15m	19:25	Uptown Station	Fastest
Train	06:15	Intermodal Station	5h 41m	11:56	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	08:05	Intermodal Station	8h 17m	16:22	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	11:00	Intermodal Station	5h 22m	16:22	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Bloomington on 20 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Intermodal Station	6h 16m	21:16	Uptown Station	Cheapest
Train	15:10	MKE Airport - Trains	4h 15m	19:25	Uptown Station	Fastest
Train	06:15	Intermodal Station	5h 41m	11:56	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	08:05	Intermodal Station	8h 17m	16:22	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	08:05	Intermodal Station	8h 17m	16:22	Uptown Station	No tags

Next departures from Milwaukee to Bloomington on 21 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Intermodal Station	4h 25m	19:25	Uptown Station	Cheapest
Train	15:10	MKE Airport - Trains	4h 15m	19:25	Uptown Station	Fastest
Train	08:05	Intermodal Station	8h 17m	16:22	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	11:00	Intermodal Station	5h 22m	16:22	Uptown Station	No tags
Train	15:00	Intermodal Station	4h 25m	19:25	Uptown Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 5:22 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Milwaukee to Bloomington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 630, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

5h 30mAverage duration

285 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 591 - R 3 336	Average duration7h 55m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 630 - R 4 710	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

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

Milwaukee

A
Intermodal Station
433 W St Paul Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA
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Bloomington, IL

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Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 768 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5768 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 630

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee to Bloomington?
The cheapest train tickets from Milwaukee to Bloomington start from R 630. The average price for this train route is around R 880. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Milwaukee to Bloomington?
The average train journey time from Milwaukee to Bloomington is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 285 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 15m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Milwaukee to Bloomington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Milwaukee to Bloomington?
The earliest train from Milwaukee to Bloomington departs at 06:15. And the latest train departs at 15:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

14/03

R 4 115

15/03

No data

Today

R 1 297

17/03

R 761

18/03

R 865

19/03

R 865

20/03

R 1 142

21/03

R 1 297

The cheapest trip from Milwaukee to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on 17 Mar 2026 with a price of R 761

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

You can expect to pay from R 761 to R 4 565 for a train ticket from Milwaukee to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 761, which is on 2026-03-17.