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La Crosse to Joliet trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between La Crosse and Joliet takes 6h 38m and the fastest train takes 6h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from La Crosse to Joliet. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 38m
Duration
321 mi
Distance
$188
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

La Crosse to Joliet train times

Trains run twice daily between La Crosse and Joliet. The earliest departure is at 11:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from La Crosse is at 2:17 PM which arrives into Joliet at 8:46 PM. All services require a transfer at Chicago Union Station and take an average of 6h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra6h 24m • 1 change
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    AmtrakMetra6h 29m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra6h 24m • 1 change
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    AmtrakMetra6h 29m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra6h 24m • 1 change
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    AmtrakMetra6h 29m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra6h 29m • 1 change
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    AmtrakMetra7h 49m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra6h 29m • 1 change
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    AmtrakMetra7h 49m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra6h 24m • 1 change
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    AmtrakMetra6h 29m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra6h 24m • 1 change
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    AmtrakMetra6h 29m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from La Crosse to Joliet? 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: 320.9 mi
  • Duration: 6h 38m

What companies run services between La Crosse, WI, USA and Joliet, IL, USA?

You can take a train from La Crosse Amtrak Station to Joliet via Chicago Union Station and LaSalle Street in around 7h 5m.

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