IL → TX · about 975 miles
Joliet to San Marcos train schedule
Amtrak runs 10 direct trains a week from Joliet to San Marcos. The fastest takes 29 hours 3 minutes; every train leaves at 3:05 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 10
- Fastest trip
- 29h 03m
- Leaves at
- 3:05 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Joliet Gateway Center and arrives at San Marcos Amtrak. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:05 PM | 8:08 PM +1 day | 29h 03m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Joliet Where you get off in San Marcos The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Joliet
- Joliet Gateway Center Map of Joliet Gateway Center (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in San Marcos
- San Marcos Amtrak Map of San Marcos Amtrak (Google Maps)
Return trip: San Marcos to Joliet
Questions
How long is the train from Joliet to San Marcos?
The fastest direct train takes 29 hours 3 minutes; the typical trip is 29 hours 3 minutes.
What time is the first train from Joliet to San Marcos?
Every departure is at 3:05 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Joliet to San Marcos?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Joliet?
Trains to San Marcos leave from Joliet Gateway Center.