What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Bus Station to Joliet?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Bus Station to Joliet is to bus which costs $3 - $6 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Bus Station to Joliet?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Bus Station to Joliet is to drive which takes 53 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Bus Station and Joliet?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Harrison St & Halsted St and arriving at Pace Transit Center. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Bus Station and Joliet?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Joliet Gateway Center. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Chicago Bus Station to Joliet?

The distance between Chicago Bus Station and Joliet is 38 miles. The road distance is 38.8 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago Bus Station to Joliet without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Bus Station to Joliet without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs $12 - $25.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Bus Station to Joliet?

The train from Chicago Union Station to Joliet Gateway Center takes 50 min including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Chicago Bus Station to Joliet bus from?

Chicago Bus Station to Joliet bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Harrison St & Halsted St station.

Where do I catch the Chicago Bus Station to Joliet train from?

Chicago Bus Station to Joliet train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train or bus from Chicago Bus Station to Joliet?

The best way to get from Chicago Bus Station to Joliet is to train which takes 59 min and costs $12 - $25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $6 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Chicago Bus Station to Joliet bus arrive?

Chicago Bus Station to Joliet bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Pace Transit Center station.

Where does the Chicago Bus Station to Joliet train arrive?

Chicago Bus Station to Joliet train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Joliet Gateway Center station.

Can I drive from Chicago Bus Station to Joliet?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Bus Station to Joliet is 39 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Chicago Bus Station to Joliet.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago Bus Station to Joliet?

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Where can I stay near Joliet?

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Chicago Bus Station to Joliet - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Chicago Bus Station to Joliet by train (Amtrak), bus, car, taxi, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Joliet Gateway Centertrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner / ...
59 min
$12–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Harrison St & Halsted St to Pace Transit Centerbus 755
1h 20m
$3–6
Drive 38.6 mi
1. Drive from Chicago Bus Station to Jolietcar 38.6 mi
53 min
$7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago Bus Station to Joliettaxi 38.6 mi
53 min
$95–120
Train via LaSalle Street
1. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain Ri
1h 25m
$5–7

Chicago Bus Station to Joliet by foot and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 37.4 mi
Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between Chicago Bus Station, IL, USA and Joliet, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Joliet Gateway Center 4 times a day. Tickets cost $12–25 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, Pace Bus operates a bus from Harrison St & Halsted St to Pace Transit Center 5 times a week. Tickets cost $3–6 and the journey takes 1h 16m.

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