Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Bloomington on September 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 55m	2:25pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 35m	3:20pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Bloomington on September 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 55m	2:25pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 35m	3:20pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 40m	2:25pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Bloomington on September 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 55m	2:25pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 35m	3:20pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 40m	2:25pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Bloomington on September 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 55m	2:25pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 35m	3:20pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 40m	2:25pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Bloomington on September 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 55m	2:25pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 35m	3:20pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 40m	2:25pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Bloomington on September 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 55m	2:25pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 35m	3:20pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 40m	2:25pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Bloomington on September 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 55m	2:25pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 35m	3:20pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 40m	2:25pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago 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 2 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just SEK 151, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

2h 6mAverage Duration

118 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceSEK 318 - SEK 1,235	Average Duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceSEK 151 - SEK 2,824	Average Duration2h 6m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Chicago and Bloomington

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Stops in Bloomington

A
Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/588,146 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/515,710 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Burlington Trailways

4.2/520 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi5.0

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Bloomington, IL by bus

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 bus ticket from Chicago to Bloomington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Bloomington start from SEK 318. The average price for this route is around SEK 403. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Bloomington?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Bloomington is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 115 miles (185 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Bloomington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Burlington Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Bloomington?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Bloomington at 4:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Bloomington?
A bus trip from Chicago to Bloomington generates an estimated 4.6011750000000005 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Bloomington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Bloomington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Bloomington?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Bloomington?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

09/13

SEK 401

09/14

SEK 371

Today

SEK 361

09/16

SEK 361

09/17

SEK 286

09/18

SEK 321

09/19

SEK 321

09/20

SEK 341

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on Sep 17, 2026 with a price of SEK 286

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

You can expect to pay from SEK 286 to SEK 401 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SEK 286 which is on 2026-09-17.