The cheapest and fastest trains from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Joliet Station, Joliet, IL
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Joliet Station, Joliet, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Joliet Station, Joliet, IL will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 4 trains that leave Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL for Joliet Station, Joliet, IL on Mon, Dec 29, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 29 the direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
On Mon, Dec 29 the slowest trains will take 57 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
307 Lincoln Service
301 Lincoln Service
319 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
305 Lincoln Service
307 Lincoln Service
319 Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
305 Lincoln Service
301 Lincoln ServiceTravel Information
Compare train and bus for Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Joliet Station, Joliet, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Joliet Station, Joliet, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€11 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Joliet Station, Joliet, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Joliet Station, Joliet, IL trains for today, Sunday, December 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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305 Lincoln Service | 11:20 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0h50 | 12:10 AM Joliet Station, Joliet, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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307 Lincoln Service | 1:10 AM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0h50 | 2:00 AM Joliet Station, Joliet, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
301 Lincoln Service | 1:15 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 0h57 | 2:12 PM Joliet Station, Joliet, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Joliet Station, Joliet, IL
Trains from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Joliet Station, Joliet, IL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:15, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 12:15 |
Last train 22:20 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metra from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Joliet Station, Joliet, IL trainsAmtrak, Metra trains will get you between Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL and Joliet Station, Joliet, IL from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Joliet Station, Joliet, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Joliet Station, Joliet, IL by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Joliet Station, Joliet, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL to Joliet Station, Joliet, IL
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Canal Street.
- The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
- Lou Mitchell's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
- JW Marriott Chicago
- W Chicago - City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Metra services
- Hall 3: food court and retail shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTA: Blue Line, Pink Line
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Pace Routes: 501, 504, 505, 507, 508
