What is the cheapest way to get from Lafayette to Joliet?

The cheapest way to get from Lafayette to Joliet is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lafayette to Joliet?

The fastest way to get from Lafayette to Joliet is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Lafayette and Joliet?

No, there is no direct bus from Lafayette station to Joliet. However, there are services departing from Lafayette Amtrak Station and arriving at Pace Transit Center via Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Lafayette and Joliet?

No, there is no direct train from Lafayette station to Joliet. However, there are services departing from Lafayette Amtrak Station and arriving at Joliet Gateway Center via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Lafayette to Joliet?

The distance between Lafayette and Joliet is 172 miles. The road distance is 121.8 miles.

How do I travel from Lafayette to Joliet without a car?

The best way to get from Lafayette to Joliet without a car is to bus which takes 4h 39m and costs $27 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Lafayette to Joliet?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Lafayette to Joliet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lafayette to Joliet bus from?

Lafayette to Joliet bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Lafayette Amtrak Station.

Where do I catch the Lafayette to Joliet train from?

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

Train or bus from Lafayette to Joliet?

The best way to get from Lafayette to Joliet is to bus which takes 4h 39m and costs $27 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $110 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Lafayette to Joliet bus arrive?

Lafayette to Joliet bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Lafayette and Joliet?

Joliet is 1h behind Lafayette. It is currently 6:34 PM in Lafayette and 5:34 PM in Joliet.

Where does the Lafayette to Joliet train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lafayette to Joliet?

Yes, the driving distance between Lafayette to Joliet is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Lafayette to Joliet.

How do I get a train ticket from Lafayette to Joliet?

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Where can I stay near Joliet?

There are 68+ hotels available in Joliet.

Lafayette to Joliet - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 5 ways to get from Lafayette to Joliet by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, shuttle, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Union Station to Pace Transit Centerbus 755
4h 39m
$27–50
Drive 121.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lafayette to Jolietcar 121.1 mi
2h 28m
$23–32
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Joliet Gateway Centertrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner / ...
5h 14m
$49–104
Shuttle, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from State Street Bus Stop, Lafayette IN to O'Hare International Terminal 2shuttle Laffayette
2. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain Ri
6h 21m
$38–70
Train via Chicago
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain Ri
5h 38m
$46–89

Lafayette to Joliet by bus

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Distance: 170.9 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Lafayette, IN, USA and Joliet, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Pace Transit Center via Chicago Union Station and Union Station in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Joliet Gateway Center via Chicago Union Station in around 5h 14m.

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