What is the cheapest way to get from Downers Grove to Joliet?

The cheapest way to get from Downers Grove to Joliet is to bus which costs $2 - $4 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Downers Grove to Joliet?

The fastest way to get from Downers Grove to Joliet is to drive which takes 35 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Downers Grove and Joliet?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Main St & Ogden Ave and arriving at Ottawa St & Clinton St. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Downers Grove and Joliet?

No, there is no direct train from Downers Grove to Joliet. However, there are services departing from Downers Grove and arriving at Joliet via LaSalle Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Downers Grove to Joliet?

The distance between Downers Grove and Joliet is 26 miles. The road distance is 21.8 miles.

How do I travel from Downers Grove to Joliet without a car?

The best way to get from Downers Grove to Joliet without a car is to bus which takes 1h 14m and costs $2 - $4.

How long does it take to get from Downers Grove to Joliet?

The bus from Main St & Ogden Ave to Ottawa St & Clinton St takes 1h 14m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Downers Grove to Joliet bus from?

Downers Grove to Joliet bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Main St & Ogden Ave station.

Where do I catch the Downers Grove to Joliet train from?

Downers Grove to Joliet train services, operated by Metra, depart from Downers Grove station.

Train or bus from Downers Grove to Joliet?

The best way to get from Downers Grove to Joliet is to bus which takes 1h 14m and costs $2 - $4. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $9 - $13 and takes 2h 49m.

Where does the Downers Grove to Joliet bus arrive?

Downers Grove to Joliet bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Ottawa St & Clinton St station.

Where does the Downers Grove to Joliet train arrive?

Downers Grove to Joliet train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Downers Grove to Joliet?

Yes, the driving distance between Downers Grove to Joliet is 22 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Downers Grove to Joliet.

Where can I stay near Joliet?

There are 73+ hotels available in Joliet.

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There are 4 ways to get from Downers Grove to Joliet by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Main St & Ogden Ave to Ottawa St & Clinton Stbus 834
1h 14m
$2–4
Train
1. Take the train from Downers Grove to Chicago Union Stationtrain Bnsf
2. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain Ri
2h 49m
$9–12
Drive 21.7 mi
1. Drive from Downers Grove to Jolietcar 21.7 mi
35 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Downers Grove to Joliettaxi 21.7 mi
35 min
$50–60

Downers Grove to Joliet by bus

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Distance: 25.9 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Downers Grove, IL, USA and Joliet, IL, USA?

Pace Bus operates a bus from Main St & Ogden Ave to Ottawa St & Clinton St hourly. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 1h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Downers Grove to Joliet via Union Station and LaSalle Street in around 2h 49m.

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