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

From Waukegan to Joliet by bus and train

To get from Waukegan to Joliet you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 565 bus from Grand Ave & Jackson St station to Waukegan Metra Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-N train and finally take the LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER train from Chicago Union Station station to Joliet Union Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 36 min. The bus and train schedule from Waukegan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Joliet on the Moovit app.

156min
Walk to bus stationBus - 565
565
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNERLINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER
Walk to Joliet
Leaves from Grand Ave & Jackson St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Grand Ave & Jackson St
    ID 18479
    500 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 565565
    Wait for bus
    565
    Waukegan Metra Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Waukegan Metra Station
    ID 35685
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Waukegan
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #322| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    70 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 8
    Train - LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNERLINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER
    Wait for train
    LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER
    Kansas City
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Joliet Union Station
    50 min
  • 10
    Walk to Joliet
    Walk to
    Joliet
    Will, Illinois
    490 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Waukegan to Joliet

The distance between Waukegan and Joliet is approximately 74.96 mi, which can typically be travelled in 156 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Waukegan to Joliet by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Joliet – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Waukegan to Joliet

To check the bus and train schedule from Waukegan to Joliet using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Waukegan) and destination (Joliet), 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 Waukegan to Joliet?

    The fastest way takes 156 minutes, using Bus line 565, Train line UP-N, Train line LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER.

  • Is there a direct bus between Waukegan and Joliet?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 36 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Waukegan to Joliet?

    The 565 bus line goes from Grand Ave & Jackson St station near Waukegan in Waukegan to Waukegan Metra Station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Waukegan Metra Station near Joliet.

  • How long does it take to travel from Waukegan to Joliet by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Waukegan and Joliet by bus and train is about 2 hr 36 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Waukegan to get to Joliet?

    Get on the 565 bus from the Grand Ave & Jackson St stop near Waukegan in Waukegan.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Waukegan and Joliet?

    Get off the bus at the Waukegan Metra Station, which is closest to Joliet.

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