How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Boston start from $184. The average price for this train route is around $562. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bloomington to Boston?

The average train ride duration from Bloomington to Boston is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 933 miles (1505 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Bloomington to Boston route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bloomington to Boston?

The earliest train departs from Bloomington to Boston at 11:08am. And the latest train departs at 5:35pm.

Train Bloomington to Boston from $341 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Bloomington to Boston on December 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:35pm	Uptown Station	1d 1h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
Train	5:35pm	Uptown Station	1d 1h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Train	5:35pm	Uptown Station	1d 1h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Train	5:35pm	Uptown Station	1d 1h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to Boston on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 8h	8:32pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
	Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 8h	8:24pm	Back Bay Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 9h	9:58pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
	Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 12h	12:15am	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	1d 9h	9:51pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 15hAverage Duration

931 milesDistance

38kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$137 - $367	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$184 - $2,022	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 137kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bloomington, IL and Boston, MA, US?

Bloomington, IL

A
Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Boston, MA, US

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,682 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5682 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $184

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloomington, IL to Boston, MA, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Boston start from $184. The average price for this train route is around $562. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bloomington to Boston?
The average train ride duration from Bloomington to Boston is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 933 miles (1505 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Bloomington to Boston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bloomington to Boston?
The earliest train departs from Bloomington to Boston at 11:08am. And the latest train departs at 5:35pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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$341

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$857

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The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Dec 27, 2025 with a price of $341

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 Boston, MA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $341 to $1,605 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $857 which is on 2025-12-28.