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

The cheapest way to get from Pontiac to Joliet is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontiac to Joliet is to drive which takes 5h 9m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Pontiac and Joliet?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontiac station to Joliet. However, there are services departing from Pontiac Amtrak Station and arriving at Pace Transit Center via Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Pontiac and Joliet?

No, there is no direct train from Pontiac station to Joliet. However, there are services departing from Pontiac Amtrak Station and arriving at Joliet via LaSalle Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.

How far is it from Pontiac to Joliet?

The distance between Pontiac and Joliet is 346 miles. The road distance is 291.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontiac to Joliet without a car is to train which takes 7h 46m and costs $170 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 7h 46m to get from Pontiac to Joliet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontiac to Joliet bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontiac to Joliet train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontiac to Joliet?

The best way to get from Pontiac to Joliet is to train which takes 7h 46m and costs $170 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 31m.

Where does the Pontiac to Joliet bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Pontiac and Joliet?

Joliet is 1h behind Pontiac. It is currently 2:45 PM in Pontiac and 1:45 PM in Joliet.

Where does the Pontiac to Joliet train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontiac to Joliet?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontiac to Joliet is 291 miles. It takes approximately 5h 9m to drive from Pontiac to Joliet.

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

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Where can I stay near Joliet?

There are 74+ hotels available in Joliet.

Pontiac to Joliet - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Pontiac to Joliet by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, plane, train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain Ri
7h 46m
$173–264
Drive to Capital Region International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontiac to Lansing-Airport-LANcar
2. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LAN - ORD
3. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain
5h 33m
$51–262
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Union Station to Pace Transit Centerbus 755
8h 31m
Drive 289.8 mi
1. Drive from Pontiac to Jolietcar 289.8 mi
5h 9m
$53–77
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Downtown Pontiac to Larned & Griswoldbus 462
2. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain Ri
10h 31m
$52–84
Train to Detroit, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Dearborntrain
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DTW - MDW
3. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain
6h 30m
$157–352
Bus to Bishop International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Pontiac to Flintbus
2. Fly from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane FNT - ORD
3. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain
6h 13m
$80–318
Train to Detroit, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Dearborntrain
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DTW - ORD
3. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain
6h 55m
$157–792
Train to Detroit, fly to South Bend, train
1. Take the train from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Dearborntrain
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to South Bend (SBN)plane DTW - SBN
3. Take the train from South Bend Airport to Van Buren St.train
4. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain
8h 31m
$94–474

Pontiac to Joliet by train and foot

21Weekly Services

7h 46mAverage Duration

$173Cheapest Price

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Distance: 343.7 mi
Duration: 7h 46m

What companies run services between Pontiac, MI, USA and Joliet, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Joliet via Chicago Union Station and LaSalle Street in around 7h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Pace Transit Center via Chicago Union Station and Union Station in around 8h 31m.

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