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Springfield - Joliet Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 5 daily train trips between Springfield and Joliet. The average train journey from Springfield to Joliet takes 2 hours and 20 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 2 hours.

Distance146 mi (235 km)
Fastest train2h 0m
Lowest price€14.62
Trains per day5
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Lincoln Service
Train lines3

Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for trains from Springfield to Joliet

(Based on 6 ratings and reviews)

4.8

5.0

Bernard

10 November 2021- Business

Amtrak Lincoln Service

Pros: Very timely , convenient, and safe ! Cons: Seats could be a more comfortable! Tips: Not really!

5.0

doose

18 July 2020- Visiting friends

Amtrak Lincoln Service

Pros: Covid19 is everywhere. The staff are very kind and attentive they encourage us sitting apart. Tips: Thank you Amtrak staff for being very consistent.

5.0

Alfonso

20 December 2019- Visiting family

Amtrak Lincoln Service

Pros: Arrived on time. Cons: The Cafe cart wait time was way too long. Tips: Bring your own food.

What is the price of a train ticket from Springfield to Joliet?

In the last month, €14.62 was the average price of a train ticket from Springfield to Joliet. This is about as inexpensive as train tickets ever get. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 8 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around €27.75 more than that for a same-day booking.

Monthly average prices

€46€37€27€18€9AMJJASONDJFM
You can find the lowest prices on this route during January. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Springfield to Joliet, with the average price at just €18. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in November, when the average price goes up to €29. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

€46€37€27€18€93020100

If you want to score the best deal, you should plan to book your train trip online on Wanderu at least 8 days ahead of time. If you do that, your train ticket to Joliet from Springfield will be about €27.75 cheaper compared to what you would pay if you book at the last minute.

Which train should you take from Springfield to Joliet?

There are 3 train lines with service from Springfield to Joliet. Amtrak Lincoln Service is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 3 trains each day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak12h 0m€30.74
Amtrak Lincoln Service32h 14m€25.09
Amtrak Texas Eagle12h 47m€41.58
  • Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Springfield to Joliet every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €18.

  • Amtrak Lincoln Service is part of Amtrak's Illinois Service, providing rail transportation throughout Illinois. The Lincoln Service travels 284 miles between St. Louis and Chicago with nine intermediate stops. Amtrak Lincoln trains offer WiFi connectivity, power outlets, business class seating, and a cafe car to ensure passengers have the most comfortable journey possible.

  • The Amtrak Texas Eagle is a 1,306-mile train route from Chicago, Illinois to San Antonio, Texas. Because of the route’s length, the train offers sleeper car options in addition to standard coach seats. Like most Amtrak trains, the Texas Eagle features power outlets at each seat, restrooms in each car, and a cafe car where passengers can purchase food and drinks. A journey from Springfield to Joliet on the Texas Eagle usually takes 2 hours and 47 minutes, which is best spent enjoying the incredible scenery along the way.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Springfield and Joliet is approximately 146 miles, or 235 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 20 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours, Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Springfield to Joliet. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Springfield at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 5 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Springfield to Joliet.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Joliet to Springfield.

City Information

Springfield

Springfield, IL, US - SPI-0

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There are 34 cities in America called Springfield, but the state capital of Illinois is one of the most well-known. Beyond Springfield's political clout as a state capital, it is known for being the home of Abraham Lincoln for many years, plus the site of his final resting place. While in town, you can visit President Lincoln's restored home, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, and the Lincoln Tomb in Oak Ridge Cemetery. An enormous bronze bust of Lincoln outside his tomb features a nose as shiny as a new penny, rubbed by scores of visitors who consider it good luck.

Springfield is one of the state's best destinations thanks to more than just history. Check out the incredible artistry on display in the capitol building's stained glass windows, or discover the dogwoods lining 5 miles of trails in the Lincoln Memorial Garden and Nature Center. Not to mention Springfield's bustling craft beer scene; hit up the city's microbreweries, nano breweries, and craft beer companies like the famous Springfield Beer Company.

It should be no surprise that one of the primary transportation methods to Springfield is called the Lincoln Service. This Amtrak train route stops in Springfield on its way from Chicago to St. Louis, and so does the Amtrak Texas Eagle from San Antonio to Chicago. Amtrak Thruway buses run from Springfield to Peoria, where travelers can connect to further bus destinations.

Joliet

Joliet, IL, US - JOL-0

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Joliet 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 is the train station in Springfield?

Main departure station: 100 N Third St

There is one train station in Springfield.

All train stations in Springfield:

  • 100 N Third St

Where is the train station in Joliet?

Main arrival station: Gateway Center

Joliet has one train station.

Train stations in Joliet:

  • Gateway Center

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