What is the cheapest way to get from Ann Arbor to Joliet?

The cheapest way to get from Ann Arbor to Joliet is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ann Arbor to Joliet?

The fastest way to get from Ann Arbor to Joliet is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Ann Arbor and Joliet?

No, there is no direct bus from Ann Arbor station to Joliet. However, there are services departing from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station and arriving at Pace Transit Center via Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Ann Arbor and Joliet?

No, there is no direct train from Ann Arbor station to Joliet. However, there are services departing from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station and arriving at Joliet via LaSalle Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Ann Arbor to Joliet?

The distance between Ann Arbor and Joliet is 285 miles. The road distance is 252.3 miles.

How do I travel from Ann Arbor to Joliet without a car?

The best way to get from Ann Arbor to Joliet without a car is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs $130 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Ann Arbor to Joliet?

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Ann Arbor to Joliet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ann Arbor to Joliet bus from?

Ann Arbor to Joliet bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station.

Where do I catch the Ann Arbor to Joliet train from?

Ann Arbor to Joliet train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Ann Arbor to Joliet?

The best way to get from Ann Arbor to Joliet is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs $130 - $220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Ann Arbor to Joliet bus arrive?

Ann Arbor to Joliet bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Ann Arbor and Joliet?

Joliet is 1h behind Ann Arbor. It is currently 6:47 PM in Ann Arbor and 5:47 PM in Joliet.

Where does the Ann Arbor to Joliet train arrive?

Ann Arbor to Joliet train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Ann Arbor to Joliet?

Yes, the driving distance between Ann Arbor to Joliet is 252 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Ann Arbor to Joliet.

How do I get a train ticket from Ann Arbor to Joliet?

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Where can I stay near Joliet?

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Ann Arbor to Joliet - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Ann Arbor to Joliet by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, bus, plane, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain Ri
6h 15m
$139–212
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
2. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain Ri
7h 1m
$43–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Union Station to Pace Transit Centerbus 755
6h 58m
Drive 250.9 mi
1. Drive from Ann Arbor to Jolietcar 250.9 mi
4h 15m
$46–67
Bus to Detroit, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit Metro Airportbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DTW - MDW
3. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain
5h 26m
$144–339
Drive to Capital Region International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Drive from Ann Arbor to Lansing-Airport-LANcar
2. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LAN - ORD
3. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain
5h 17m
$50–260
Bus to Detroit, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit Metro Airportbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DTW - ORD
3. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain
5h 52m
$144–779
Bus to Detroit, fly to South Bend, train
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit Metro Airportbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to South Bend (SBN)plane DTW - SBN
3. Take the train from South Bend Airport to Van Buren St.train
4. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain
7h 28m
$81–461

Ann Arbor to Joliet by train and foot

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6h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 283.4 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Ann Arbor, MI, USA and Joliet, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Joliet via Chicago Union Station and LaSalle Street in around 6h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Pace Transit Center via Chicago Union Station and Union Station in around 6h 58m.

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