How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to Houston?

The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Houston start from $168. The average price for this train route is around $230. 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 Houston?

The average train ride duration from Bloomington to Houston is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 823 miles (1328 km). The quickest train can get you there in 21h 11m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Bloomington to Houston route?

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

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

The earliest train departs from Bloomington to Houston at 4:04pm. And the latest train departs at 4:22pm.

Train Bloomington to Houston from $175 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Bloomington to Houston on January 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		4:22pm	Uptown Station	21h 23m	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		4:22pm	Uptown Station	21h 23m	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 9:25 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Houston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 19 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just $168, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 19hAverage Duration

823 milesDistance

121kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$226 - $383	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$168 - $252	Average Duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 121kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,739 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5739 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 $165

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloomington, IL to Houston, 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 Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Houston start from $168. The average price for this train route is around $230. 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 Houston?
The average train ride duration from Bloomington to Houston is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 823 miles (1328 km). The quickest train can get you there in 21h 11m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Bloomington to Houston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bloomington to Houston?
The earliest train departs from Bloomington to Houston at 4:04pm. And the latest train departs at 4:22pm.

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The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Houston, US was searched and found on Jan 17, 2026 with a price of $196

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 Houston, US, as early as possible.