5.0
Cons: Be little be in time. Tips: NA.
Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
Trip Summary
4 trains operate daily from Joliet to Summit. The train trip from Joliet to Summit is usually about 25 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 23 mi (37 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 25m |
| Lowest price | CA$5.51 |
| Trains per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Lincoln Service |
| Train lines | 2 |
Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers
Average score for trains from Joliet to Summit
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
What is the price of a train ticket from Joliet to Summit?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Joliet to Summit was CA$7.01. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 28 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around CA$5.77 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Joliet to Summit will cost between CA$6 and CA$12. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Monthly avg. prices
Ticket prices for the train from Joliet to Summit stay pretty consistent throughout the year. You can expect to pay around CA$8 regardless of when you plan to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
The average price of train tickets from Joliet to Summit is pretty stable year-round. However, we still suggest buying your train tickets at least 48 hours prior to departure to avoid unexpected price hikes and the possibility of the train being sold out.
Which train should you take from Joliet to Summit?
2 train services operate from Joliet to Summit. Amtrak Lincoln Service usually has more trains scheduled, with 3 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 0h 26m | CA$9.84 |
| Amtrak Lincoln Service | 3 | 0h 26m | CA$7.59 |
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 Joliet to Summit every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from CA$6.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Joliet and Summit is approximately 23 miles, or 37 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 25 minutes, It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Summit.
Trains departing from Joliet to Summit tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Joliet at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. 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 4 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Joliet to Summit.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Summit to Joliet.
City Information
Joliet
Image credit: David Wilson
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 is the train station in Joliet?
Main departure station: Gateway Center
There is one train station in Joliet.
All train stations in Joliet:
Gateway Center
Where is the train station in Summit?
Main arrival station: Archer Ave and S Center Ave
Summit has one train station.
All train stations in Summit:
Archer Ave and S Center Ave
Get around town with Moovit
Find the best way to get to and from any station in Summit by public transit, courtesy of Moovit. Search now
Need a return trip from Summit to Joliet?
Search Train TicketsPlan your next adventure
More trains from Joliet
- Joliet to Indianapolis Train
CA$90+
- Joliet to South Bend Train
CA$59+
- Joliet to Grand Rapids Train
CA$75+
- Joliet to Kalamazoo Train
CA$86+
- Joliet to New Buffalo Train
CA$49+
- Train from Joliet to Saint Paul
CA$131+
- Train from Joliet to Clarksville
CA$184+
- Train from Joliet to Madison
CA$67+
- Train from Joliet to Milwaukee
CA$48+
Continue by train from Summit
Check out these popular routes
- Los Angeles to Las Vegas
CA$143+
- New Haven to New York Train
CA$46+
- Washington D.C. to Boston
CA$241+
- Washington D.C. to Baltimore Train
CA$20+
- Chicago to New York Train
CA$218+
- Train from Boston to Philadelphia
CA$208+
- Portland to Seattle
CA$688+
- New York to Toronto Train
CA$196+
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.
Book buses and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.
Download our app and snag the best travel deals across North America & Europe.Learn more