How to get from Brookfield Zoo to Joliet by train?

From Brookfield Zoo to Joliet by train

To get from Brookfield Zoo to Joliet in Joliet, take the BNSF train from Hollywood station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, take the LINCOLN SERVICE from Chicago Union Station station to Joliet Union Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 14 min. The train schedule from Brookfield Zoo may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Joliet on the Moovit app.

134min
Walk to train station
Train - BNSFBNSF
Leaves from Hollywood

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hollywood
    0.71 mi • 17 min
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #9530| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    30 min
  • 4
    Wait for
    LINCOLN SERVICE
    St. Louis Gateway Station Amtrak
  • 5
    Ride to Joliet Union Station
    Ride to
    Joliet Union Station
    50 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Brookfield Zoo to Joliet by and bus

To get from Brookfield Zoo to Joliet you’ll need to take 2 bus lines: take the 331 bus from Washington/Golf/Brookfield Zoo station to La Grange/Harding station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 330 bus and finally take the LINCOLN SERVICE from Summit station to Joliet Union Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 44 min. The train schedule from Brookfield Zoo may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Joliet on the Moovit app.

104min
Walk to bus stationBus - 331
331
Bus - 330
330
Leaves from Washington/Golf/Brookfield Zoo

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington/Golf/Brookfield Zoo
    ID 6695
    780 yd • 12 min
  • 2
    Bus - 331331
    Wait for bus
    331
    South
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    La Grange/Harding
    ID 6717
    11 min
  • 4
    Bus - 330330
    Wait for bus
    330
    South
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Archer/Center
    ID 10411
    24 min
  • 6
    Walk to
    Walk to
    Summit
    480 yd • 6 min
  • 7
    Wait for
    LINCOLN SERVICE
    St. Louis Gateway Station Amtrak
  • 8
    Ride to Joliet Union Station
    Ride to
    Joliet Union Station
    27 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Brookfield Zoo to Joliet

The distance between Brookfield Zoo and Joliet is approximately 49.4 mi, which can typically be travelled in 134 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Brookfield Zoo to Joliet by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Joliet – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Brookfield Zoo to Joliet

To check the train schedule from Brookfield Zoo to Joliet using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Brookfield Zoo) and destination (Joliet), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 train schedules.

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From Brookfield Zoo to Joliet by and bus

To get from Brookfield Zoo to Joliet you’ll need to take 2 bus lines: take the 331 bus from Washington/Golf/Brookfield Zoo station to La Grange/Harding station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 330 bus and finally take the LINCOLN SERVICE from Summit station to Joliet Union Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 44 min. The train schedule from Brookfield Zoo may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Joliet on the Moovit app.

104min
Walk to bus stationBus - 331
331
Bus - 330
330
Leaves from Washington/Golf/Brookfield Zoo

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington/Golf/Brookfield Zoo
    ID 6695
    780 yd • 12 min
  • 2
    Bus - 331331
    Wait for bus
    331
    South
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    La Grange/Harding
    ID 6717
    11 min
  • 4
    Bus - 330330
    Wait for bus
    330
    South
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Archer/Center
    ID 10411
    24 min
  • 6
    Walk to
    Walk to
    Summit
    480 yd • 6 min
  • 7
    Wait for
    LINCOLN SERVICE
    St. Louis Gateway Station Amtrak
  • 8
    Ride to Joliet Union Station
    Ride to
    Joliet Union Station
    27 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Brookfield Zoo to Joliet?

    The fastest way takes 134 minutes, using Train line BNSF,.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Brookfield Zoo to Joliet?

    The alternative route takes 104 minutes, using Bus line 331, Bus line 330,.

  • Is there a direct train between Brookfield Zoo and Joliet?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 14 min.

  • Which train line goes from Brookfield Zoo to Joliet?

    The BNSF train line goes from Hollywood station near Brookfield Zoo in Chicago to #9530| Chicago Union Station station. From there you’ll have to take till #9530| Chicago Union Station station near Joliet.

  • How long does it take to travel from Brookfield Zoo to Joliet by train?

    The total travel time between Brookfield Zoo and Joliet by train is about 2 hr 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Brookfield Zoo to get to Joliet?

    Get on the BNSF train from the Hollywood station near Brookfield Zoo in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Brookfield Zoo and Joliet?

    Get off the train at the #9530| Chicago Union Station station, which is closest to Joliet.

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