What is the best way to travel from Chicago to Bloomington, IN?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Bloomington, IN from Chicago?
You can reach Bloomington, IN with just £26 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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FlixBus5h 50m008:25Chicago95th Red Line Station14:15Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 20/03/2025 08:25:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 20/03/2025 14:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
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FlixBus6h 15m008:00ChicagoDowntown Coach Station14:15Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) at 20/03/2025 08:00:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 20/03/2025 14:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
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FlixBus6h 5m013:30Chicago95th Red Line Station19:35Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 20/03/2025 13:30:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 20/03/2025 19:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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FlixBus6h 35m013:00ChicagoDowntown Coach Station19:35Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) at 20/03/2025 13:00:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 20/03/2025 19:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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FlixBus6h 15m008:00ChicagoDowntown Coach Station14:15Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) at 22/03/2025 08:00:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 22/03/2025 14:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £67 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
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FlixBus6h 35m013:00ChicagoDowntown Coach Station19:35Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) at 22/03/2025 13:00:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 22/03/2025 19:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £67 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
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FlixBus5h 50m008:25Chicago95th Red Line Station14:15Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 22/03/2025 08:25:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 22/03/2025 14:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £73 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
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FlixBus6h 5m013:30Chicago95th Red Line Station19:35Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 22/03/2025 13:30:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 22/03/2025 19:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £73 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus6h 15m008:00ChicagoDowntown Coach Station14:15Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) at 23/03/2025 08:00:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 23/03/2025 14:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £67 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
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FlixBus5h 50m008:25Chicago95th Red Line Station14:15Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 23/03/2025 08:25:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 23/03/2025 14:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £73 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
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FlixBus6h 5m013:30Chicago95th Red Line Station19:35Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 23/03/2025 13:30:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 23/03/2025 19:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £77 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
What are the fastest trips from Chicago to Bloomington, IN?
You can get to Bloomington, IN from Chicago in just 5h 50m with a Bus from FlixBus. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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FlixBus5h 50m008:25Chicago95th Red Line Station14:15Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 20/03/2025 08:25:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 20/03/2025 14:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
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FlixBus6h 5m013:30Chicago95th Red Line Station19:35Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 20/03/2025 13:30:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 20/03/2025 19:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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FlixBus6h 15m008:00ChicagoDowntown Coach Station14:15Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) at 20/03/2025 08:00:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 20/03/2025 14:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
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FlixBus6h 35m013:00ChicagoDowntown Coach Station19:35Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) at 20/03/2025 13:00:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 20/03/2025 19:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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FlixBus5h 50m008:25Chicago95th Red Line Station14:15Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 22/03/2025 08:25:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 22/03/2025 14:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £73 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
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FlixBus6h 5m013:30Chicago95th Red Line Station19:35Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 22/03/2025 13:30:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 22/03/2025 19:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £73 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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FlixBus6h 15m008:00ChicagoDowntown Coach Station14:15Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) at 22/03/2025 08:00:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 22/03/2025 14:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £67 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
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FlixBus6h 35m013:00ChicagoDowntown Coach Station19:35Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) at 22/03/2025 13:00:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 22/03/2025 19:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £67 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus5h 50m008:25Chicago95th Red Line Station14:15Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 23/03/2025 08:25:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 23/03/2025 14:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £73 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
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FlixBus6h 5m013:30Chicago95th Red Line Station19:35Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 23/03/2025 13:30:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 23/03/2025 19:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £77 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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FlixBus6h 15m008:00ChicagoDowntown Coach Station14:15Bloomington, INTransit Center0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Coach Station, Chicago (USA) at 23/03/2025 08:00:00 to Transit Center, Bloomington, IN (USA) arriving at 23/03/2025 14:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £67 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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Bus from Chicago to Bloomington, IN
What are the most popular stations in Chicago and Bloomington, IN?
In Chicago, you will usually depart from Union Station, 95th Red Line Station or Cumberland CTA, while in Bloomington, IN you will be arriving at Transit Center or 3rd @ Forest Quad, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Bloomington, IN from Chicago? With 4 connections between 1 Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Chicago and Bloomington, IN, you can pay as low as £26 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from FlixBus: you will get to Bloomington, IN in just 5h 50m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Chicago and Bloomington, IN are FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Chicago and Bloomington, IN is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Cicero, IL or to Ellettsville, IN, and look at flights from Chicago Midway Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Chicago to Bloomington, IN?
The most popular companies between Chicago and Bloomington, IN, are FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
All you need to know when you travel from Chicago to Bloomington, IN
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Chicago to Bloomington, IN. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Chicago to Bloomington, IN
How can I reach Bloomington, IN from Chicago?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus, with which you can get to Bloomington, IN from Chicago.
How far is Bloomington, IN from Chicago?
The distance between Chicago and Bloomington, IN is 315.8 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Chicago and Bloomington, IN?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 9 kgs of CO2, a train 11 kgs, a car 54 kgs, and a flight 78 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Chicago to Bloomington, IN?
You can get to Bloomington, IN with just £26 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Bloomington, IN?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Bloomington, IN in just 5h 50m with a Bus from FlixBus.
More routes to Chicago and to Bloomington, IN
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Chicago and to Bloomington, IN. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
