Traveling by public transport

Chicagoland Speedway is not directly served by the Chicago CTA system or any local public transit line, but fans still have several practical ways to reach the track without driving themselves. With a mix of regional buses, trains, shuttle options, and rideshare services, it is entirely possible to travel from Chicago or other cities and get to the Speedway smoothly on race weekend.

Local public transport around the Speedway

Local public transport mainly relies on Pace suburban buses. There is no dedicated stop at the Speedway itself, but several routes pass close to the south entrance. Pace Route 504 serves Laraway Road and Cashel Road at Silver Maple Lane, and Route 511 stops at Mississippi and Deer Run. These stops are within walking distance depending on event-day traffic management, and schedules may vary on race weekends, so it is always best to check them in advance.

Travelling from Chicago using CTA and Metra

Fans coming from Chicago can combine CTA or Metra services with local buses. One option is travelling on the Red Line to 95th/Dan Ryan and transferring to a Pace service such as Route 504 or continuing via the Harvey Transportation Center. Many visitors also prefer Metra’s Rock Island Line to Joliet, where they can switch to a local bus or taxi. 

Joliet train station is a transport Hub.

Joliet Station works well as a meeting point for onward travel. Taxis and private ride services like Uber and Lyft are readily available and can take fans directly to Gate 4A or other designated drop-off zones. This option is especially useful if race-day bus schedules are limited or you prefer a straightforward door-to-door connection.

Long-distance train and bus options

For fans travelling from further away, Amtrak trains serve Joliet on both the Lincoln Service and the Texas Eagle, providing access from cities such as Chicago, Springfield, St. Louis, Normal, and even as far south as Dallas and San Antonio. After arriving in Joliet, you can continue to the Speedway by bus, taxi, or rideshare. Intercity bus lines, including Greyhound, FlixBus, and Burlington Trailways, operate services into downtown Chicago and selected suburbs, allowing passengers to continue toward Joliet on Metra or Pace.

Overall accessibility without a car

Although there is no direct rail link or guaranteed shuttle at every event, combining regional trains with local bus services or rideshare transport makes reaching Chicagoland Speedway without driving entirely realistic. With early planning and a quick look at operating schedules, public transport remains a practical and comfortable option for the race weekend.