What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Joliet?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Joliet is to bus which costs $3 - $6 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Joliet?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Joliet is to drive which takes 57 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Loop and Joliet?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Union Station station and arriving at Pace Transit Center. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Loop and Joliet?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from LaSalle Street and arriving at Joliet. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Chicago Loop to Joliet?

The distance between Chicago Loop and Joliet is 40 miles. The road distance is 38.4 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago Loop to Joliet without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Joliet without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs $8 - $21.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Loop to Joliet?

The train from LaSalle Street to Joliet takes 1h 5m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Joliet bus from?

Chicago Loop to Joliet bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Union Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Joliet train from?

Chicago Loop to Joliet train services, operated by Metra, depart from LaSalle Street station.

Train or bus from Chicago Loop to Joliet?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Joliet is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs $8 - $21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $6 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Joliet bus arrive?

Chicago Loop to Joliet bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Pace Transit Center station.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Joliet train arrive?

Chicago Loop to Joliet train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Joliet station.

Can I drive from Chicago Loop to Joliet?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Loop to Joliet is 38 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Chicago Loop to Joliet.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago Loop to Joliet?

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Where can I stay near Joliet?

There are 64+ hotels available in Joliet.

Chicago Loop to Joliet - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Chicago Loop to Joliet by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or taxi

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Chicago Loop to Joliet by train

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1h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 40.2 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Chicago Loop, IL, USA and Joliet, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from LaSalle Street to Joliet hourly. Tickets cost $3–7 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Amtrak also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, Pace Bus operates a bus from Union Station to Pace Transit Center 5 times a week. Tickets cost $3–6 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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