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How to get from Blue Island to Joliet by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Blue Island to Joliet in Chicago, take the RI train from Blue Island-Vermont station to Joliet station. Next, take the 501 bus from Joliet Union Station (Scott St & Jefferson St) station to Cass Ave & Chicago St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 2 min. The ride fare is $5.75.

62min$5.75
Walk to train station
Train - RIRI
Bus - 501
501
Leaves from Blue Island-Vermont

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Blue Island-Vermont
    560 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - RIRI
    Wait for train
    RI
    #405| Joliet
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Joliet
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Joliet Union Station (Scott St & Jefferson St)
    ID 37266
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 501501
    Wait for bus
    501
    Rock Creek Blvd & Houbolt Rd (At Commerce Ln)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Cass Ave & Chicago St
    Ride to bus station
    Cass Ave & Chicago St
    ID 13959
    1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via RI and 505

To get from Blue Island to Joliet in Chicago, take the RI train from Blue Island-Vermont station to Joliet station. Next, take the 505 bus from Joliet Union Station (Scott St & Jefferson St) station to Cass Ave & Chicago St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 3 min. The ride fare is $5.75.

63min$5.75
Walk to train station
Train - RIRI
Bus - 505
505
Leaves from Blue Island-Vermont

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Blue Island-Vermont
    560 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - RIRI
    Wait for train
    RI
    #405| Joliet
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Joliet
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Joliet Union Station (Scott St & Jefferson St)
    ID 37266
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 505505
    Wait for bus
    505
    Madison/Provena St. Joseph Medical Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Cass Ave & Chicago St
    Ride to bus station
    Cass Ave & Chicago St
    ID 13959
    1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Blue Island to Joliet

The distance between Blue Island, Chicago and Joliet, Chicago is approximately 25.06 mi, which can typically be travelled in 62 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Blue Island 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 Blue Island

Blue Island is located at Blue Island, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Western Ave & Union St.

Train stations close to Blue Island:

  • Blue Island-Vermont
  • Blue Island
  • Prairie

Bus stations close to Blue Island:

  • Western Ave & Union St
  • Gregory St & York St
  • Western Ave & York St

Public transit stations close to Joliet, Chicago

Joliet is located at Joliet, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Cass Ave & Chicago St.

Train stations close to Joliet:

  • Joliet Union Station
  • Joliet

Bus stations close to Joliet:

  • Cass Ave & Chicago St
  • Cass St & MC Roberts St
  • Chicago/Jackson

Alternative route by bus and train via RI and 505

To get from Blue Island to Joliet in Chicago, take the RI train from Blue Island-Vermont station to Joliet station. Next, take the 505 bus from Joliet Union Station (Scott St & Jefferson St) station to Cass Ave & Chicago St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 3 min. The ride fare is $5.75.

63min$5.75
Walk to train station
Train - RIRI
Bus - 505
505
Leaves from Blue Island-Vermont

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Blue Island-Vermont
    560 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - RIRI
    Wait for train
    RI
    #405| Joliet
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Joliet
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Joliet Union Station (Scott St & Jefferson St)
    ID 37266
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 505505
    Wait for bus
    505
    Madison/Provena St. Joseph Medical Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Cass Ave & Chicago St
    Ride to bus station
    Cass Ave & Chicago St
    ID 13959
    1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Blue Island to Joliet?

    The fastest way takes 62 minutes, using Bus line RI, Bus line 501.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Blue Island to Joliet?

    The alternative route takes 63 minutes, using Bus line RI, Bus line 505.

  • Is there a direct train between Blue Island and Joliet in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 2 min.

  • Which train line goes from Blue Island to Joliet in Chicago?

    The RI train line goes from Blue Island-Vermont station near Blue Island to #405| Joliet station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till #405| Joliet station near Joliet in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Blue Island and Joliet in Chicago by train and bus is about 1 hr 2 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Blue Island to get to Joliet in Chicago?

    Get on the RI train from the Blue Island-Vermont station near Blue Island in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Blue Island and Joliet in Chicago?

    Get off the train at the #405| Joliet stop, which is closest to Joliet in Chicago.

  • When is the first train from Blue Island to Joliet in Chicago?

    The first train from Blue Island to Joliet in Chicago is Rock Island. It leaves the Blue Island-Vermont station at 1:50 AM.

  • How much is the train fare from Blue Island to Joliet?

    The ride from Blue Island to Joliet costs $5.75.

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