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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Amtrak Station | Union Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Amtrak Station | Union Station | No tags | |||||
 | Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood) | Joliet, (IL - Super Rio Grande) | No tags | |||||
Expreso + Tornado Bus | Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood) | Joliet, (IL - Super Rio Grande) | No tags |
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Get from Houston to Joliet
The journey takes about 1 day, 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $300, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Houston and Joliet?
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Stops in Joliet
- A
Joliet Illinois
7 W Jefferson St, Joliet, IL 60432, USA - B
Joliet Bus Stop
1115 Plainfield Rd, Joliet, IL 60435, USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, US to Joliet by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Joliet?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Joliet start from $300. The average price for this route is around $311. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Houston to Joliet?
The average bus trip duration from Houston to Joliet is 1d , covering a distance of 907 miles (1463 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 43m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Joliet route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Joliet?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Joliet at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 1:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Joliet?
A bus trip from Houston to Joliet generates an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Houston to Joliet?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Joliet?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Houston to Joliet?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Houston to Joliet?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Joliet was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $251To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Joliet, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $251 to $655 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Joliet based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $251 which is on 2025-12-15.
