What is the cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Joliet?

The cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Joliet is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Joliet?

The fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Joliet is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Cedar Rapids and Joliet?

No, there is no direct bus from Cedar Rapids to Joliet. However, there are services departing from GTC Bay 9 and arriving at Ottawa St & Clinton St via Iowa City and Downers Grove Metra. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

How far is it from Cedar Rapids to Joliet?

The distance between Cedar Rapids and Joliet is 261 miles. The road distance is 225.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cedar Rapids to Joliet without a car?

The best way to get from Cedar Rapids to Joliet without a car is to bus which takes 8h 16m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cedar Rapids to Joliet?

It takes approximately 8h 16m to get from Cedar Rapids to Joliet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cedar Rapids to Joliet bus from?

Cedar Rapids to Joliet bus services, operated by 380Express, depart from GTC Bay 9 station.

Where does the Cedar Rapids to Joliet bus arrive?

Cedar Rapids to Joliet bus services, operated by 380Express, arrive at Court St Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Cedar Rapids to Joliet?

Yes, the driving distance between Cedar Rapids to Joliet is 226 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Cedar Rapids to Joliet.

Where can I stay near Joliet?

There are 73+ hotels available in Joliet.

Cedar Rapids to Joliet - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Cedar Rapids to Joliet by bus, car, plane, or train

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best
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Napervillebus
3. Take the bus from Downers Grove Metra to Ottawa St & Clinton Stbus 834
8h 16m
Drive 224.6 mi
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1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to Jolietcar 224.6 mi
3h 42m
$41–60
Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport, train
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CID - ORD
2. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain
5h 15m
$74–464
Drive to Burlington Municipal Airport, fly, train
1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL)car
2. Fly from Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane BRL - ORD
3. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain
5h 55m
$81–170

The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) flights

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1h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 259.1 mi
Duration: 8h 16m

What companies run services between Cedar Rapids, IA, USA and Joliet, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from GTC Bay 9 to Ottawa St & Clinton St via Iowa City, Naperville, Naperville, Downers Grove, and Downers Grove Metra in around 8h 16m.

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