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Joliet to Grand Rapids trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Joliet and Grand Rapids takes 5h 33m and the fastest train takes 5h 19m. There is at least one train per day from Joliet to Grand Rapids. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 33m
Duration
217 mi
Distance
$61
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Joliet to Grand Rapids train times

Trains run once daily between Joliet and Grand Rapids. The earliest departure is at 4:25 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Joliet is at 5:15 PM which arrives into Grand Rapids at 11:34 PM. All services require a transfer at LaSalle Street and take an average of 5h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    MetraAmtrak5h 19m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    MetraAmtrak5h 19m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    MetraAmtrak5h 19m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    MetraAmtrak5h 19m • 1 change

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    MetraAmtrak5h 19m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    MetraAmtrak6h 9m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    MetraAmtrak6h 9m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Joliet to Grand Rapids? 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.

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  • Distance: 217.1 mi
  • Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Joliet, IL, USA and Grand Rapids, Kent County, MI, USA?

You can take a train from Joliet to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station via LaSalle Street and Chicago Union Station in around 6h 25m.

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