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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Elgin to Joliet. Traveling by bus from Elgin to Joliet usually takes around one hour, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 37 mi (59 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 0m |
| Cheapest price | US$102.92 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Elgin to Joliet?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Elgin to Joliet. Tornado Bus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tornado Bus | 2 | 1h 0m | US$102.92 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of one hour to cover the 59 kilometers from Elgin to Joliet. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 2:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Elgin to Joliet, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Joliet
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Link to image attributionJoliet is the third-largest city in Illinois and a suburb about 35 miles outside of Chicago. Most striking in Joliet is its limestone architecture, which you can see in the 40-room Jacob Henry Mansion and Post Office, built in 1876 and 1903, respectively. The Rialto Square Theatre is another historic building where many musicals, concerts, and comedy shows perform each week. Aside from its history, Joliet has gorgeous natural spaces, including the Forest Preserve District, perfect for fishing and hiking, and the Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie, where 27 protected bison live.
Roll the dice at the Hollywood Casino and Hotel for an epic night out in Joliet. If you prefer to fill your stomach instead of emptying your wallet, choose from several on-site dining options in the hotel. Downtown Joliet is also known for its culinary opportunities, from fine dining at Juliet's Tavern to quick bites at Joliet Route 66 Diner.
Amtrak's Lincoln Service from St. Louis and the Texas Eagle from San Antonio stop in Joliet on their routes to Chicago. The quick trip to Chicago makes it easy to connect to many of Amtrak's other train lines, plus additional bus routes beyond the ones offered by Tornado Bus and El Expreso Bus directly to Joliet.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Elgin?
Main departure station: Sofia Envios And Services
Most buses depart from the main station in Elgin.
All bus stations in Elgin:
Sofia Envios And Services
Where does the bus arrive in Joliet?
Main arrival station: Super Rio Grande
All buses from Elgin arrive at one main station in Joliet.
Bus stations in Joliet:
Super Rio Grande
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