How far is Chicago from Joliet by coach?

The journey from Joliet to Chicago by coach covers an approximate distance of 32 miles (51 km).

Is there a way to reach Chicago from Joliet without a car?

You can reach Chicago from Joliet by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Joliet to Chicago from £32 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Joliet to Chicago on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:35	Joliet, (IL - Super Rio Grande)	10m	11:45	Chicago, IL	CheapestFastest
	Bus	14:30	Joliet, (IL - Super Rio Grande)	55m	15:25	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	No tags

Next departures from Joliet to Chicago on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:35	Joliet, (IL - Super Rio Grande)	10m	11:45	Chicago, IL	CheapestFastest
	Bus	14:30	Joliet, (IL - Super Rio Grande)	55m	15:25	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	No tags

Next departures from Joliet to Chicago on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:35	Joliet, (IL - Super Rio Grande)	10m	11:45	Chicago, IL	CheapestFastest
	Bus	14:30	Joliet, (IL - Super Rio Grande)	55m	15:25	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	No tags

Next departures from Joliet to Chicago on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:35	Joliet, (IL - Super Rio Grande)	10m	11:45	Chicago, IL	CheapestFastest
	Bus	14:30	Joliet, (IL - Super Rio Grande)	55m	15:25	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	No tags

Next departures from Joliet to Chicago on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:35	Joliet, (IL - Super Rio Grande)	10m	11:45	Chicago, IL	CheapestFastest
	Bus	14:30	Joliet, (IL - Super Rio Grande)	55m	15:25	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	No tags

Next departures from Joliet to Chicago on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:35	Joliet, (IL - Super Rio Grande)	10m	11:45	Chicago, IL	CheapestFastest
	Bus	14:30	Joliet, (IL - Super Rio Grande)	55m	15:25	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	No tags

Next departures from Joliet to Chicago on 22 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:35	Joliet, (IL - Super Rio Grande)	10m	11:45	Chicago, IL	CheapestFastest
	Bus	14:30	Joliet, (IL - Super Rio Grande)	55m	15:25	West Chicago, (IL - Rapid Net Cafe Internet)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 19:31 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Joliet to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 hour 1 minute and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

1h 1mAverage duration

34 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£33 - £152	Average duration10m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£8 - £34	Average duration1h 1m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

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Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.7

Amtrak

4/55,585 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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Where are the popular stops in Joliet and Chicago?

Stops in Joliet

A - Joliet Illinois

B - Joliet Bus Stop

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Joliet to Chicago

How far is Chicago from Joliet by coach?
The journey from Joliet to Chicago by coach covers an approximate distance of 32 miles (51 km).
Is there a way to reach Chicago from Joliet without a car?
You can reach Chicago from Joliet by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

13/11

£32

14/11

£32

Today

£32

16/11

£32

17/11

£32

18/11

£32

19/11

£32

20/11

£32

The cheapest trip from Joliet to Chicago was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of £32

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Joliet to Chicago as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £32 to £121 for a bus ticket from Joliet to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £32, which is on 2025-11-16.