Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Union Station | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | No tags |
Get from Joliet to New York City
The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 7 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 2 707, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5641 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 707
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Joliet to New York City by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Joliet to New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Joliet to New York City start from R 2 707. The average price for this train route is around R 5 697. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Joliet to New York City?
The average train journey time from Joliet to New York City is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1182 km. The quickest train can get you there in 22h 56m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Joliet to New York City route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Joliet to New York City?
The earliest train from Joliet to New York City departs at 08:24. And the latest train departs at 18:46.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Joliet to New York City was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 595To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Joliet to New York City as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 595 to R 19 097 for a train ticket from Joliet to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 595, which is on 2025-12-15.
