Rome2Rio

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

Find Transport to Joliet

See all options

There are 7 ways to get from Roanoke to Joliet by plane, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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 from Roanoke Regional Airport-Woodrum Field, train

    best
    1. Fly from Roanoke Regional Airport-Woodrum Field (ROA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane plane ROA - ORD
    2. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain train
    6h 8m
    $61–316

  2. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Roanoke Bus Stop to Nashville Bus Stationbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Union Station to Pace Transit Centerbus bus 755
    21h 35m
    $135–270

  3. Train

    1. Take the train from Roanoke to Charlottesvilletrain train
    2. Take the train from Charlottesville to Chicago Union Stationtrain train
    3. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain train Ri
    26h 18m
    $248–545

  4. Drive  646.6 mi

    1. Drive from Roanoke to Jolietcar car 646.6 mi
    11h 57m
    $118–171

  5. Drive to Greenbrier Valley Airport, fly, train

    1. Drive from Roanoke to Greenbrier Valley Airport (LWB)car car
    2. Fly from Greenbrier Valley Airport (LWB) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane plane LWB - ORD
    3. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain train
    6h 25m
    $70–330

  6. Train to Charlottesville, fly, train

    1. Take the train from Roanoke to Charlottesvilletrain train
    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
    8h 27m
    $117–427

  7. Train to Lynchburg Regional Airport, fly, train

    1. Take the train from Roanoke to Lynchburgtrain train
    2. Fly from Lynchburg Regional Airport (LYH) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane plane LYH - ORD
    3. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain train
    8h 52m
    $73–354

Roanoke to Joliet by bus and foot

Calendar5Weekly Services
Duration21h 35mAverage Duration
Ticket$135Cheapest Price
See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Roanoke to Joliet.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 596 mi
  • Duration: 6h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Roanoke Bus Stop to Pace Transit Center via Nashville Bus Station, Chicago Bus Station, and Union Station in around 21h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Roanoke to Joliet via Charlottesville, Chicago Union Station, Jackson & Clinton, Jackson & Dearborn, and LaSalle Street in around 26h 18m.

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