How to get from Cortland to Joliet by bus and train?

From Cortland to Joliet by bus and train

To get from Cortland to Joliet in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 12 bus from Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland) station to Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train and finally take the HC train from Chicago Union Station station to Joliet station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 480 min. The ride fare is $17.75.

480min$17.75
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Train - HCHC
Walk to Joliet
Leaves from Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Cortland
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
    ID 1394132
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elburn
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #48| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    85 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 8
    Train - HCHC
    Wait for train
    HC
    #915| Joliet
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Joliet
    66 min
  • 10
    Walk to Joliet
    Walk to
    Joliet
    520 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cortland to Joliet
The distance between Cortland, Chicago and Joliet, Chicago is approximately 96.16 mi, which can typically be travelled in 480 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cortland to Joliet by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transit stations close to Joliet, Chicago

Joliet is located at Joliet, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Chicago/Jackson.

Train stations close to Joliet:

  • Joliet Union Station
  • Joliet

Bus stations close to Joliet:

  • Chicago/Jackson
  • Joliet Union Station (Scott St & Jefferson St)
  • Scott St & Cass Ave
Related Routes
Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Cortland to Joliet?

    The fastest way takes 480 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line UP-W, Bus line HC.

  • Is there a direct bus between Cortland and Joliet in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 480 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Cortland to Joliet in Chicago?

    The 12 bus line goes from Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station near Cortland to Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station near Joliet in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Cortland and Joliet in Chicago by bus and train is about 480 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Cortland to get to Joliet in Chicago?

    Get on the 12 bus from the Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop stop near Cortland in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Cortland and Joliet in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station, which is closest to Joliet in Chicago.

  • How much is the bus fare from Cortland to Joliet?

    The ride from Cortland to Joliet costs $17.75.

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