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

The cheapest way to get from Princeton to Joliet is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Princeton to Joliet is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct train between Princeton and Joliet?

No, there is no direct train from Princeton station to Joliet. However, there are services departing from Princeton Station and arriving at Joliet Gateway Center via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Princeton to Joliet?

The distance between Princeton and Joliet is 142 miles. The road distance is 77 miles.

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

The best way to get from Princeton to Joliet without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs $40 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Princeton to Joliet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Princeton to Joliet train from?

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

Where does the Princeton to Joliet train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Princeton to Joliet?

Yes, the driving distance between Princeton to Joliet is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Princeton to Joliet.

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

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Where can I stay near Joliet?

There are 73+ hotels available in Joliet.

Princeton to Joliet - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Princeton to Joliet by train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Princeton Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Joliet Gateway Centertrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner / ...
4h 11m
$45–94
Drive 76.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Princeton to Jolietcar 76.6 mi
1h 22m
$14–21
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Princeton Station to Naperville Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the bus from Downers Grove Metra to Ottawa St & Clinton Stbus 834
4h 18m
$29–59

Princeton to Joliet by train (Amtrak)

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4h 11mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.9 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Princeton, IL, USA and Joliet, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Princeton Station to Joliet Gateway Center via Chicago Union Station in around 4h 11m.

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