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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Selma to Joliet. Traveling by bus from Selma to Joliet usually takes around 55 hours, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 672 mi (1081 km) |
| Shortest duration | 55h 0m |
| Cheapest price | US$115.00 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Selma to Joliet?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Selma to Joliet. Tornado 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tornado Bus | 1 | 2d 7h 20m | US$115.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 55 hours to cover the 1081 kilometers from Selma 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 Selma to Joliet. It leaves the station in Selma at 08:00 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 Selma?
Main departure station: 810 S Pollock St
Most buses depart from the main station in Selma.
All bus stations in Selma:
810 S Pollock St
Where does the bus arrive in Joliet?
Main arrival station: 258 Ruby St
All buses from Selma arrive at one main station in Joliet.
Bus stations in Joliet:
258 Ruby St
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