What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Forest to Joliet?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Forest to Joliet is to train which costs $10 - $13 and takes 3h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Forest to Joliet?

The fastest way to get from Lake Forest to Joliet is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Forest and Joliet?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Forest station to Joliet. However, there are services departing from Highland Park Metra Station and arriving at Pace Transit Center via Paulina & Howard Terminal, Michigan & Washington and Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Lake Forest and Joliet?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Forest to Joliet. However, there are services departing from Lake Forest. and arriving at Joliet via LaSalle Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Lake Forest to Joliet?

The distance between Lake Forest and Joliet is 70 miles. The road distance is 61.7 miles.

How do I travel from Lake Forest to Joliet without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Forest to Joliet without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs $10 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Lake Forest to Joliet?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Lake Forest to Joliet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Forest to Joliet bus from?

Lake Forest to Joliet bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Highland Park Metra Station.

Where do I catch the Lake Forest to Joliet train from?

Lake Forest to Joliet train services, operated by Metra, depart from Lake Forest. station.

Train or bus from Lake Forest to Joliet?

The best way to get from Lake Forest to Joliet is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs $10 - $13. Alternatively, you can line 213 bus and line 147 bus and bus, which costs $11 - $17 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Lake Forest to Joliet bus arrive?

Lake Forest to Joliet bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Howard CTA Station.

Where does the Lake Forest to Joliet train arrive?

Lake Forest to Joliet train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Lake Forest to Joliet?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Forest to Joliet is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Lake Forest to Joliet.

Where can I stay near Joliet?

There are 68+ hotels available in Joliet.

Lake Forest to Joliet - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 213 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Lake Forest to Joliet by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Lake Forest. to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain Ri
3h 8m
$10–13
Line 213 bus, line 147 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Highland Park Metra Station to Howard CTA Stationbus 213
2. Take the bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan & Washingtonbus 147
3. Take the bus from Union Station to Pace Transit Centerbus 755
5h 11m
$11–17
Drive 61.3 mi
1. Drive from Lake Forest to Jolietcar 61.3 mi
1h 18m
$12–17

Lake Forest to Joliet by train and foot

141Weekly Services

3h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 69.6 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Lake Forest, IL, USA and Joliet, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Lake Forest. to Joliet via Chicago OTC and LaSalle Street in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lake Forest. to Pace Transit Center via Highland Park, Highland Park Metra Station, Paulina & Howard Terminal, Michigan & Washington, and Union Station in around 5h 11m.

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