How far is Lockport, IL from Shorewood, IL?
The driving distance from Lockport, IL to Shorewood, IL is about 12 miles (19.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 8.8 miles (14.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 22m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lockport and Shorewood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lockport and Shorewood.
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Start on West 9th Street
1.5 km · 2 min · West 9th Street
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Turn left onto Broadway Street
1.5 km · 2 min · Broadway Street
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Turn right onto Division Street
3.5 mi · 8 min · Division Street
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Continue on 16th Street
3179 ft · 1 min · 16th Street
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Turn left onto Essington Road
93 m · 17 sec · Essington Road
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Turn right onto Plainfield Road
1552 ft · 35 sec · Plainfield Road
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Continue on Joliet Road
1217 ft · 33 sec · Joliet Road
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Turn left onto I 55 South: Bloomington
1370 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 52: Shorewood, Joliet
1213 ft · 32 sec
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Turn right onto West Jefferson Street
1747 ft · 37 sec · West Jefferson Street
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Continue on East Jefferson Street
675 ft · 16 sec · East Jefferson Street
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Continue on West Jefferson Street
758 ft · 24 sec · West Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto Summer Street
551 ft · 24 sec · Summer Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Summer Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lockport and Shorewood.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
I 55 South
Merge slight left
4.16 mi · 00h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Lockport and Mostly Sunny near Shorewood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lockport to Shorewood?
The road trip is about 12 miles (19.3 km) and usually takes 00h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Crystal Lawns is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6 miles from Lockport and 6 miles from Shorewood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8.8 miles (14.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.58 one way or $3.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Lockport and Mostly Sunny near Shorewood.
Stop Ideas Near Crystal Lawns
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Crystal Lawns.
Joliet Transportation Center
Naperville
Plano
La Grange Road
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lockport and Shorewood. Straight-line distance: 8.85 mi (14.25 km).
#1 Lockport
The most populous city in Will County, Illinois.
| Population | 59,877 |
| Coordinates | 41.5894800, -88.0578400 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Shorewood
Village in Illinois
| Population | 17,495 |
| Coordinates | 41.5200300, -88.2017300 |
| Altitude | 176 |
| Country | United States |
End: Shorewood (-88.20173, 41.52003)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 19 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.58 | $3.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.79 | $3.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.95 | $3.91 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.23 | $4.46 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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