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How to get fromPurdue University to Jolietby bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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There are 5 ways to get from Purdue University to Joliet by bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus bus Nashville
    2. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain train Ri
    5h 34m
    $30–53

  2. Drive  121.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Purdue University to Jolietcar car 121.2 mi
    2h 30m
    $21–30

  3. Train

    1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain train Cardinal
    2. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain train Ri
    6h 38m
    $71–118

  4. Bus, train via Lilly Hall on Mitch Daniels Blvd

    1. Take the bus from Lafayette Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus bus FlixBus 2515 / ...
    2. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain train Ri
    5h 36m
    $25–43

  5. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Lafayette Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus bus FlixBus 2515 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Union Station to Pace Transit Centerbus bus 755
    5h 59m
    $23–42

Purdue University to Joliet by foot, bus, and train

Calendar14Weekly Services
Duration5h 34mAverage Duration
Ticket$30Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 165.4 mi
  • Duration: 5h 34m

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

You can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Joliet via Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011, 2nd St & Columbia St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station, and LaSalle Street in around 6h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Pace Transit Center via Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011, CityBus Center: BUS215, Lafayette Bus Stop, Chicago Bus Station, and Union Station in around 5h 59m.

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