What is the cheapest way to get from South Shore to Joliet?

The cheapest way to get from South Shore to Joliet is to bus which costs $5 - $9 and takes 2h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Shore to Joliet?

The fastest way to get from South Shore to Joliet is to drive which takes 48 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between South Shore and Joliet?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shore to Joliet. However, there are services departing from Jeffery & 71st Street and arriving at Pace Transit Center via Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

Is there a direct train between South Shore and Joliet?

No, there is no direct train from South Shore to Joliet. However, there are services departing from Gresham and arriving at Joliet via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from South Shore to Joliet?

The distance between South Shore and Joliet is 34 miles. The road distance is 38.4 miles.

How do I travel from South Shore to Joliet without a car?

The best way to get from South Shore to Joliet without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs $7 - $10.

How long does it take to get from South Shore to Joliet?

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from South Shore to Joliet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Shore to Joliet bus from?

South Shore to Joliet bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Jeffery & 71st Street station.

Where do I catch the South Shore to Joliet train from?

South Shore to Joliet train services, operated by Metra, depart from Gresham station.

Train or bus from South Shore to Joliet?

The best way to get from South Shore to Joliet is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs $7 - $10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $9 and takes 2h 58m.

Where does the South Shore to Joliet bus arrive?

South Shore to Joliet bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Jefferson & Washington station.

Where does the South Shore to Joliet train arrive?

South Shore to Joliet train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Joliet station.

Can I drive from South Shore to Joliet?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shore to Joliet is 38 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from South Shore to Joliet.

Where can I stay near Joliet?

There are 71+ hotels available in Joliet.

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There are 4 ways to get from South Shore to Joliet by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gresham to Joliettrain Ri
1h 45m
$8–10
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jeffery & 71st Street to Jefferson & Washingtonbus J14
2. Take the bus from Union Station to Pace Transit Centerbus 755
2h 58m
$6–8
Drive 38.2 mi
1. Drive from South Shore to Jolietcar 38.2 mi
48 min
$7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Shore to Joliettaxi 38.2 mi
48 min
$95–120

South Shore to Joliet by bus and train

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1h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 33.7 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between South Shore, IL, USA and Joliet, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Gresham to Joliet hourly. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jeffery & 71st Street to Pace Transit Center via Jefferson & Washington and Union Station in around 2h 58m.

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