How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to Joliet?

The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Joliet start from $15. The average price for this train route is around $31. 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 Joliet?

The average train ride duration from Bloomington to Joliet is 1h 18m, covering a distance of 85 miles (137 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 11m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Bloomington to Joliet route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Bloomington to Joliet at 7:06am. And the latest train departs at 8:17pm.

Train Bloomington to Joliet from $13 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Bloomington to Joliet on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:06am	Uptown Station	1h 18m	8:24am	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	5:35pm	Uptown Station	1h 11m	6:46pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Uptown Station	1h 18m	8:24am	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	1h 23m	10:39am	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	1h 40m	12:48pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to Joliet on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	1h 40m	12:48pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Bloomington to Joliet on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:17pm	Uptown Station	1h 18m	9:35pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	5:35pm	Uptown Station	1h 11m	6:46pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	1h 40m	12:48pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:08am	Uptown Station	1h 40m	12:48pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	5:35pm	Uptown Station	1h 11m	6:46pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to Joliet on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:06am	Uptown Station	1h 18m	8:24am	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	5:35pm	Uptown Station	1h 11m	6:46pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Uptown Station	1h 18m	8:24am	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	1h 23m	10:39am	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	1h 23m	10:39am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:39 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Joliet

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Joliet. The journey takes about 1 hour 18 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

1h 18mAverage Duration

85 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$51 - $51	Average Duration1h 18m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $280	Average Duration1h 18m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,622 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5622 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 $15

Amtrak Bloomington Joliet recent customer reviews

Train was out of service & had to take a buss last minute

Edgar M.

February 15, 2025

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 Joliet 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 Joliet?
The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Joliet start from $15. The average price for this train route is around $31. 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 Joliet?
The average train ride duration from Bloomington to Joliet is 1h 18m, covering a distance of 85 miles (137 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 11m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Bloomington to Joliet route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bloomington to Joliet?
The earliest train departs from Bloomington to Joliet at 7:06am. And the latest train departs at 8:17pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/01

$23

12/02

$19

Today

$19

12/04

$28

12/05

$399

12/06

$19

12/07

$19

12/08

$16

The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Joliet was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $16

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 Joliet, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $16 to $399 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to Joliet based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-12-08.

What's the cheapest way to go from Bloomington, IL to Joliet?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1h 18m	Avg Price$51	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 18m	Avg Price$31	Daily Departures4

The best way to travel between Bloomington, IL and Joliet is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $31 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $15. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Joliet, choose the train, as it will take you from Bloomington, IL to Joliet in about 1h 18m - that's the fastest way to get there!