How to get from Joliet Union Station to Chicago by bus and train?

From Joliet Union Station to Chicago by bus and train

To get from Joliet Union Station to Chicago in Chicago, take the LINCOLN SERVICE train from Joliet Union Station station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, take the 20 bus from Madison & Clinton (West) station to Madison & Western (West) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The bus and train schedule from Joliet Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chicago on the Moovit app.

92min
Walk to train station
Train - LINCOLN SERVICELINCOLN SERVICE
Bus - 20
20
Walk to Chicago
Leaves from Joliet Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Joliet Union Station
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - LINCOLN SERVICELINCOLN SERVICE
    Wait for train
    LINCOLN SERVICE
    Chicago
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    61 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison & Clinton (West)
    ID 455
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Madison & Austin Terminal (South)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Western (West)
    ID 473
    14 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago
    Walk to
    Chicago
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Joliet Union Station to Chicago

The distance between Joliet Union Station and Chicago is approximately 39.61 mi, which can typically be travelled in 92 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Joliet Union Station to Chicago by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Joliet Union Station to Chicago

To check the bus and train schedule from Joliet Union Station to Chicago using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Joliet Union Station) and destination (Chicago), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Joliet Union Station to Chicago?

    The fastest way takes 92 minutes, using Train line LINCOLN SERVICE, Bus line 20.

  • Is there a direct train between Joliet Union Station and Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 32 min.

  • Which train line goes from Joliet Union Station to Chicago?

    The LINCOLN SERVICE train line goes from Joliet Union Station near Joliet Union Station in Joliet to Chicago Union Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Chicago Union Station near Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Joliet Union Station to Chicago by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Joliet Union Station and Chicago by train and bus is about 1 hr 32 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Joliet Union Station to get to Chicago?

    Get on the LINCOLN SERVICE train from the Joliet Union Station near Joliet Union Station in Joliet.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Joliet Union Station and Chicago?

    Get off the train at the Chicago Union Station, which is closest to Chicago.

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