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Joliet to Rock Island buses

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Trip Overview

The average bus between Joliet and Rock Island takes 12h and the fastest bus takes 7h 14m. The bus service runs several times per day from Joliet to Rock Island. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

12h
Duration
231 mi
Distance
$52
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Joliet to Rock Island bus times

Buses run twice daily between Joliet and Rock Island. The earliest departure is at 8:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Joliet is at 5:11 PM which arrives into Rock Island at 10:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Herion Way at Wheeler and take an average of 12h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Pace BusPace BusChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Greyhound USA7h 14m • 4 changes
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    Pace BusPace BusChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Greyhound USA9h 24m • 4 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Pace BusPace BusChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Greyhound USA17h 29m • 4 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Pace BusPace BusChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Greyhound USA7h 14m • 4 changes
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    Pace BusPace BusChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Greyhound USA9h 24m • 4 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Pace BusPace BusChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Greyhound USA17h 29m • 4 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Pace BusPace BusChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Greyhound USA7h 14m • 4 changes
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    Pace BusPace BusChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Greyhound USA9h 24m • 4 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Pace BusPace BusChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Greyhound USA17h 29m • 4 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Pace BusPace BusChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Greyhound USA9h 24m • 4 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Pace BusPace BusChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Greyhound USA17h 29m • 4 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Pace BusPace BusChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Greyhound USA9h 24m • 4 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Pace BusPace BusChicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)Greyhound USA17h 29m • 4 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Joliet to Rock Island? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Joliet to Rock Island.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 230.8 mi
  • Duration: 12h

What companies run services between Joliet, IL, USA and Rock Island, IL, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Davenport 4 times a day. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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