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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from McAllen to Joliet. Traveling by bus from McAllen to Joliet usually takes around 29 hours and 20 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
Distance | 1206 mi (1941 km) |
Shortest duration | 29h 20m |
Cheapest price | $348.24 |
Most frequent service | El Expreso Bus |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from McAllen to Joliet?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from McAllen to Joliet. El Expreso Bus is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
El Expreso Bus | 1 | 1d 5h 20m | $348.24 |
El Expreso Bus, a sub-brand of Tornado Bus Company, operates intercity bus trips in the United States, plus several routes that cross the border into Mexico. The carrier’s professional and helpful staff are often fluent in both English and Spanish. El Expreso buses feature comfortable seats, onboard restrooms, power outlets, and free WiFi. The average ticket price for a McAllen to Joliet trip is $348 on El Expreso Bus, and they usually make the trip in just 29 hours and 20 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 29 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 1941 kilometers from McAllen to Joliet. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from McAllen to Joliet. It leaves the station in McAllen at 9:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
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 McAllen?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: 1501 W Highway 83
Most buses depart from the main station in McAllen.
All bus stations in McAllen:
1501 W Highway 83
Where does the bus arrive in Joliet?
Main arrival station: Super Rio Grande
All buses from McAllen arrive at one main station in Joliet.
Bus stations in Joliet:
Super Rio Grande
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