Rome2Rio

How to get fromRichmond to Jolietby plane, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

Find Transport to Joliet

See all options

There are 9 ways to get from Richmond to Joliet by plane, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, 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.

  1. Fly Richmond International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport, train

    best
    1. Fly from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane plane RIC - MDW
    2. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain train
    6h 8m
    $87–442

  2. Fly Richmond International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train

    cheapest
    1. Fly from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane plane RIC - ORD
    2. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain train
    6h 37m
    $72–382

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Richmond to Washington Union Stationbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Union Station to Pace Transit Centerbus bus 755
    22h 25m
    $119–247

  4. Train

    1. Take the train from Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain train Floridian
    2. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain train Ri
    24h 8m
    $278–610

  5. Drive 766.2 mi

    1. Drive from Richmond to Jolietcar car 766.2 mi
    13h 48m
    $140–202

  6. Bus to Charlottesville, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train

    1. Take the bus from Richmond to Charlottesvillebus bus
    2. Fly from Charlottesville (CHO) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane plane CHO - ORD
    3. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain train
    7h 13m
    $98–370

  7. Bus to Norfolk International Airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train

    1. Take the bus from Richmond to Norfolkbus bus
    2. Fly from Norfolk International Airport (ORF) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane plane ORF - MDW
    3. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain train
    7h 36m
    $114–467

  8. Train to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train

    1. Take the train from Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station to Alexandriatrain train
    2. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane plane DCA - MDW
    3. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain train
    8h 5m
    $142–685

  9. Train to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train

    1. Take the train from Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station to Alexandriatrain train
    2. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane plane DCA - ORD
    3. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain train
    8h 29m
    $202–935

Richmond to Joliet by bus and foot

Calendar5Weekly Services
Duration22h 25mAverage Duration
Ticket$119Cheapest Price
See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Richmond to Joliet.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 689.3 mi
  • Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Richmond, VA, USA and Joliet, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Richmond to Pace Transit Center via Washington Union Station, Chicago Bus Station, and Union Station in around 22h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Willow Lawn + Shelter to Joliet via Staples Mill & Amtrak Richmond Station, Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station, Jackson & Clinton, Jackson & Dearborn, and LaSalle Street in around 24h 8m.

Airlines
Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides

Need to know: Greyhound

Read the travel guideNeed to know: Greyhound

More Questions & Answers