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Austin to Joliet Bus Schedule
Bus from Austin to Joliet: Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from Austin to Joliet. Traveling by bus from Austin to Joliet usually takes around 25 hours and 32 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 25 hours and 1 minute.
| Distance | 946 mi (1522 km) |
| Shortest duration | 25h 1m |
| Cheapest price | RON 1,216.85 |
| Trips per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Austin to Joliet?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Austin to Joliet. Tornado Bus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tornado Bus | 6 | 1d 1h 32m | RON 1,216.85 |
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Austin to Joliet
The bus takes an average of 25 hours and 32 minutes to cover the 946 miles from Austin to Joliet. However, the fastest bus only takes 25 hours. 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.
The first bus leaves at 12:00pm and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Austin to Joliet, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from Austin to Joliet every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Austin to Joliet without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Austin to Joliet; ticket prices start at RON 1,429.24.
City Information
Austin
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Austin is the capital of the Lone Star State and one of the best vacation destinations in Texas. Known as Texas’s “weird” city, Austin is famous for being the southern mecca for the arts. In addition to being a hot spot for both emerging and established artists from Texas and the surrounding states, Austin is well known for its eclectic live music scene. In addition, the University of Texas’ main campus is located in Austin, which makes the city a popular destination for young people from all over the world, keeping it vibrant at all times. It’s no surprise that it ranks among the top party cities in the U.S.
While you’re in town, make sure to stop by the hip South Congress neighborhood to shop at the trendy boutiques and grab some grub at the authentically Austin restaurants. Since Austin is one of the best craft beer cities in the country, you won’t regret checking out some of the local breweries too. After that, head over to Lady Bird Lake and rent a kayak for a relaxing paddling session on the water, or simply go for a walk on the picturesque Hike & Bike Trail. Finally, spend the night bar hopping along the pedestrian-only Sixth Street.
While the Austin airport is located on the outskirts of the city, the main train station is right in the heart of downtown. Similarly, the two bus stations that serve Austin are located close to the city center, making ground transportation the more convenient way to travel in and out of town.
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 Austin?
Main departure station: 711 E Ben White Blvd
Most buses depart from the main station in Austin.
All bus stations in Austin:
711 E Ben White Blvd
Where does the bus arrive in Joliet?
Main arrival station: Super Rio Grande
All buses from Austin arrive at one main station in Joliet.
All bus stations in Joliet:
Super Rio Grande
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