Pontiac to Joliet Train - Amtrak Tickets NOK 123

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Pontiac to Joliet Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 4 daily train trips between Pontiac and Joliet. The average train journey from Pontiac to Joliet takes 57 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 47 minutes.

	Distance	53 mi (85 km)
	Fastest train	0h 47m
	Lowest price	NOK 122.60
	Trains per day	4
	Most frequent service	Amtrak Lincoln Service
	Train lines	3

Train service from Pontiac to Joliet

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

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Pontiac to Joliet was NOK 122.60. 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 11 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around NOK 187.99 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Pontiac to Joliet by month

You can find the lowest prices on this route during January. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Pontiac to Joliet, with the average price at just NOK 102. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in December, when the average price goes up to NOK 388. 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

By booking your train trip from Pontiac to Joliet on Wanderu at least 11 days ahead of time, you can save about NOK 187.99 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from Pontiac to Joliet?

There are 3 train lines with service from Pontiac to Joliet. Amtrak Lincoln Service is your best bet, with 2 scheduled trains per day.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	1	0h 47m	NOK 198.00
Amtrak Lincoln Service	2	0h 53m	NOK 249.39
Amtrak Texas Eagle	2	1h 10m	NOK 684.53

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 Pontiac to Joliet every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from NOK 143.
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.
Amtrak Texas Eagle train tickets from Pontiac to Joliet start from NOK 143, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to Joliet. Amtrak Texas Eagle in Pontiac leaves from 721 W Washington St . And in Joliet trains arrive at Gateway Center .
From Pontiac to Joliet train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 1 hours and 10 minutes. If you are looking to get to Joliet faster, Amtrak Texas Eagle offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 47 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Amtrak Texas Eagle offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Joliet.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Pontiac to Joliet

The distance between Pontiac and Joliet is approximately 53 miles, or 85 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 57 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 47 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Joliet.

Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Pontiac 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 Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Pontiac at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00am. 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 Pontiac to Joliet.

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

City Information

Joliet

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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 Pontiac?

Main departure station: 721 W Washington St

There is one train station in Pontiac.

All train stations in Pontiac:

721 W Washington St

Where is the train station in Joliet?

Main arrival station: Gateway Center

Joliet has one train station.

All train stations in Joliet:

Gateway Center

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