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

The cheapest way to get from Joliet to Elkhart is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Joliet to Elkhart is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Joliet and Elkhart?

No, there is no direct train from Joliet to Elkhart station. However, there are services departing from Joliet and arriving at Elkhart Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Joliet to Elkhart?

The distance between Joliet and Elkhart is 142 miles. The road distance is 116.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Joliet to Elkhart without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs $24 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Joliet to Elkhart, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Joliet to Elkhart train from?

Joliet to Elkhart train services, operated by Metra, depart from Joliet station.

What is the time difference between Joliet and Elkhart?

Elkhart is 1h ahead of Joliet. It is currently 3:56 PM in Joliet and 4:56 PM in Elkhart.

Where does the Joliet to Elkhart train arrive?

Joliet to Elkhart train services, operated by Metra, arrive at LaSalle Street station.

Can I drive from Joliet to Elkhart?

Yes, the driving distance between Joliet to Elkhart is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Joliet to Elkhart.

Where can I stay near Elkhart?

There are 197+ hotels available in Elkhart.

Joliet to Elkhart - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Joliet to Elkhart by train (Amtrak), car, train, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Joliet to LaSalle StreetRi
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak StationLake Shore Limited / ...
4h 14m
$25–62
Drive 115.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Joliet to Elkhart115.4 mi
2h 20m
$22–31
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Joliet to LaSalle Street
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to South Bend (SBN)ORD - SBN
4h 33m
$101–382

Joliet to Elkhart by train and foot

21Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.7 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Joliet, IL, USA and Elkhart, IN, USA?

You can take a train from Joliet to Elkhart Amtrak Station via LaSalle Street and Chicago Union Station in around 4h 14m.

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