The cheapest and fastest trains from Joliet, IL to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Joliet, IL to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Joliet, IL to Chicago, IL will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 2 trains that leave Joliet, IL for Chicago, IL every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 14 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.




Live departures
Joliet, IL to Chicago, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Joliet, IL to Chicago, IL trains for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:24 Joliet, IL | 1h01 | 14:25 Chicago, IL | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:39 Joliet, IL | 1h01 | 16:40 Chicago, IL | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Joliet, IL to Chicago, IL
Trains from Joliet, IL to Chicago, IL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 07:15 |
Last train 21:35 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metra from Joliet, IL to Chicago, IL trainsAmtrak, Metra trains will get you between Joliet, IL and Chicago, IL from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Joliet, IL to Chicago, IL train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Joliet, IL to Chicago, 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 Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Joliet, IL and Chicago, IL
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Pace Routes: 501, 504, 505, 507, 508
- 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
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