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Los Angeles to Joliet train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Los Angeles to Joliet. The fastest takes 60 hours 53 minutes; every train leaves at 10:00 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 60h 53m
- Leaves at
- 10:00 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Los Angeles and arrives at Joliet Gateway Center. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 PM | 12:53 PM +3 day | 60h 53m | Tue, Thu, Sat | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Los Angeles Where you get off in Joliet The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Los Angeles
Where the train stops in Joliet
- Joliet Gateway Center Map of Joliet Gateway Center (Google Maps)
Return trip: Joliet to Los Angeles
Questions
How long is the train from Los Angeles to Joliet?
The fastest direct train takes 60 hours 53 minutes.
What time is the first train from Los Angeles to Joliet?
Every departure is at 10:00 PM (Tue, Thu, Sat).
Which rail companies go from Los Angeles to Joliet?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Los Angeles?
Trains to Joliet leave from Los Angeles (Americanstar).