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

From Naperville to Joliet by bus and train

To get from Naperville to Joliet in Joliet, take the BNSF train from Naperville station to Downers Grove station. Next, take the 834 bus from Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Warren Ave) station to Pace Transit Center Bay C station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 38 min. The bus and train schedule from Naperville may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Joliet on the Moovit app.

98min
Train - BNSFBNSF
Bus - 834
834
Walk to Joliet
Leaves from Naperville

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Naperville
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1246| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Downers Grove
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Warren Ave)
    ID 15728
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 834834
    Wait for bus
    834
    Pace Transit Center Bay C
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pace Transit Center Bay C
    ID 37543
    79 min
  • 7
    Walk to Joliet
    Walk to
    Joliet
    170 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Naperville to Joliet

The distance between Naperville and Joliet is approximately 34.34 mi, which can typically be travelled in 98 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Naperville 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 Naperville to Joliet

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

    The fastest way takes 98 minutes, using Train line BNSF, Bus line 834.

  • Is there a direct train between Naperville and Joliet?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 38 min.

  • Which train line goes from Naperville to Joliet?

    The BNSF train line goes from Downers Grove station near Naperville in Naperville to Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Warren Ave) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Warren Ave) station near Joliet.

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

    The total travel time between Naperville and Joliet by train and bus is about 1 hr 38 min.

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

    Get on the BNSF train from the Downers Grove station near Naperville in Naperville.

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

    Get off the train at the Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Warren Ave) stop, which is closest to Joliet.

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