How much is the train ticket from Cincinnati to Bloomington?

The cheapest train tickets from Cincinnati to Bloomington start from $78. The average price for this train route is around $135. 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 Cincinnati to Bloomington?

The average train ride duration from Cincinnati to Bloomington is 15h 41m, covering a distance of 255 miles (411 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 19m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Cincinnati to Bloomington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Cincinnati to Bloomington at 1:41am. And the latest train departs at 1:41am.

Train Cincinnati to Bloomington from $109 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Cincinnati to Bloomington on January 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:21am	Union Terminal	7h 39m	9:00am	Uptown Station	CheapestFastest
2:21am	Union Terminal	7h 39m	9:00am	Uptown Station	No tags
2:21am	Union Terminal	15h 1m	4:22pm	Uptown Station	No tags
2:21am	Union Terminal	15h 1m	4:22pm	Uptown Station	No tags
2:21am	Union Terminal	18h 4m	7:25pm	Uptown Station	No tags

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Get from Cincinnati to Bloomington

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 15 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just $78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

15h 41mAverage Duration

255 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,735 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5735 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 $78

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cincinnati to Bloomington, IL 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 Cincinnati to Bloomington?
The cheapest train tickets from Cincinnati to Bloomington start from $78. The average price for this train route is around $135. 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 Cincinnati to Bloomington?
The average train ride duration from Cincinnati to Bloomington is 15h 41m, covering a distance of 255 miles (411 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Cincinnati to Bloomington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cincinnati to Bloomington?
The earliest train departs from Cincinnati to Bloomington at 1:41am. And the latest train departs at 1:41am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/12

$100

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01/15

$109

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The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $100

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

You can expect to pay from $100 to $453 for a train ticket from Cincinnati to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $109 which is on 2026-01-15.