How much is the train ticket from Lincoln to Joliet?

The cheapest train tickets from Lincoln to Joliet start from R 432. The average price for this train route is around R 1 021. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Lincoln to Joliet?

The average train journey time from Lincoln to Joliet is 1h 49m, covering a distance of 188 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 38m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Lincoln to Joliet route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lincoln to Joliet?

The earliest train from Lincoln to Joliet departs at 06:36. And the latest train departs at 19:46.

Train Lincoln to Joliet from R 328 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Lincoln to Joliet on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	19:46	Lincoln City, IL	1h 49m	21:35	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Lincoln to Joliet on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:46	Lincoln City, IL	1h 49m	21:35	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	17:08	Lincoln City, IL	1h 38m	18:46	Union Station	Fastest
Train	06:36	Lincoln City, IL	1h 48m	08:24	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:36	Lincoln City, IL	1h 48m	08:24	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:44	Lincoln City, IL	1h 55m	10:39	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Lincoln to Joliet on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:46	Lincoln City, IL	1h 49m	21:35	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	17:08	Lincoln City, IL	1h 38m	18:46	Union Station	Fastest
Train	06:36	Lincoln City, IL	1h 48m	08:24	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:36	Lincoln City, IL	1h 48m	08:24	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:44	Lincoln City, IL	1h 55m	10:39	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Lincoln to Joliet on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:36	Lincoln City, IL	1h 48m	08:24	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	17:08	Lincoln City, IL	1h 38m	18:46	Union Station	Fastest
Train	06:36	Lincoln City, IL	1h 48m	08:24	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:44	Lincoln City, IL	1h 55m	10:39	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:44	Lincoln City, IL	1h 55m	10:39	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Lincoln to Joliet on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:36	Lincoln City, IL	1h 48m	08:24	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	17:08	Lincoln City, IL	1h 38m	18:46	Union Station	Fastest
Train	06:36	Lincoln City, IL	1h 48m	08:24	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:44	Lincoln City, IL	1h 55m	10:39	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:44	Lincoln City, IL	1h 55m	10:39	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Lincoln to Joliet on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:36	Lincoln City, IL	1h 48m	08:24	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	17:08	Lincoln City, IL	1h 38m	18:46	Union Station	Fastest
Train	06:36	Lincoln City, IL	1h 48m	08:24	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:44	Lincoln City, IL	1h 55m	10:39	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:44	Lincoln City, IL	1h 55m	10:39	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 2:27 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Lincoln to Joliet

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Joliet. The journey takes about 1 hour 49 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 021, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1h 49mAverage duration

188 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 021 - R 1 021	Average duration1h 49m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 432 - R 4 269	Average duration1h 49m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 432

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lincoln, IL, US to Joliet by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Lincoln to Joliet?
The cheapest train tickets from Lincoln to Joliet start from R 432. The average price for this train route is around R 1 021. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lincoln to Joliet?
The average train journey time from Lincoln to Joliet is 1h 49m, covering a distance of 188 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Lincoln to Joliet route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lincoln to Joliet?
The earliest train from Lincoln to Joliet departs at 06:36. And the latest train departs at 19:46.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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R 966

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R 1 277

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R 570

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R 483

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R 397

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R 328

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R 397

The cheapest trip from Lincoln, IL, US to Joliet was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 328

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Lincoln, IL, US to Joliet as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 328 to R 4 743 for a train ticket from Lincoln, IL, US to Joliet based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 328, which is on 2025-12-16.