What is the cheapest way to get from Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago is to drive which takes 47 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Joliet and Brookfield Zoo Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago. However, there are services departing from Jefferson St & Mayor Art Schultz Dr and arriving at Downers Grove Metra via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Joliet and Brookfield Zoo Chicago?

No, there is no direct train from Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago. However, there are services departing from Joliet and arriving at Hollywood via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago?

The distance between Joliet and Brookfield Zoo Chicago is 54 miles. The road distance is 29.4 miles.

How do I travel from Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs $8 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago?

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago bus from?

Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Jefferson St & Mayor Art Schultz Dr station.

Where do I catch the Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago train from?

Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago train services, operated by Metra, depart from Joliet station.

Train or bus from Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago?

The best way to get from Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs $8 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $9 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago bus arrive?

Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Downers Grove Metra station.

Where does the Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago train arrive?

Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago train services, operated by Metra, arrive at LaSalle Street station.

Can I drive from Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago is 29 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago.

Where can I stay near Brookfield Zoo Chicago?

There are 1482+ hotels available in Brookfield Zoo Chicago.

Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Joliet to LaSalle Streettrain Ri
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Hollywoodtrain Bnsf
2h 53m
$9–12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jefferson St & Mayor Art Schultz Dr to Downers Grove Metrabus 834
2h 59m
$6–9
Drive 29.2 mi
1. Drive from Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicagocar 29.2 mi
47 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicagotaxi 29.2 mi
47 min
$75–90

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Distance: 53.9 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Joliet, IL, USA and Brookfield Zoo Chicago, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Joliet to Brookfield Zoo Chicago via LaSalle Street, Chicago Union Station, and Hollywood in around 2h 53m. Alternatively, Pace Bus operates a bus from Jefferson St & Mayor Art Schultz Dr to Downers Grove Metra hourly. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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