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

The cheapest way to get from Sterling to Joliet is to drive which costs $17 - $25 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sterling to Joliet is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Sterling and Joliet?

No, there is no direct bus from Sterling to Joliet. However, there are services departing from Dixon Reagan Transit Center and arriving at Pace Transit Center via Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Sterling to Joliet?

The distance between Sterling and Joliet is 162 miles. The road distance is 94.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sterling to Joliet without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 14m and costs $75 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Sterling to Joliet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sterling to Joliet bus from?

Sterling to Joliet bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Dixon Reagan Transit Center station.

Where does the Sterling to Joliet bus arrive?

Sterling to Joliet bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from Sterling to Joliet?

Yes, the driving distance between Sterling to Joliet is 95 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Sterling to Joliet.

Where can I stay near Joliet?

There are 69+ hotels available in Joliet.

Sterling to Joliet - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Sterling to Joliet by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Dixon Reagan Transit Center to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0155S
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Joliet Gateway Centertrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner / ...
5h 14m
$80–122
Drive 94.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sterling to Jolietcar 94.1 mi
2h 16m
$18–25
Bus, train via Chicago
1. Take the bus from Dixon Reagan Transit Center to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0155S
2. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain Ri
5h 19m
$77–107
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dixon Reagan Transit Center to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0155S
2. Take the bus from Union Station to Pace Transit Centerbus 755
5h 40m
$72–103

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Distance: 161.5 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a vehicle from Sterling to Pace Transit Center via Dixon Reagan Transit Center, Chicago Bus Station, and Union Station in around 5h 40m.

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