How far is Roanoke, IL from Joliet, IL?
The driving distance from Roanoke, IL to Joliet, IL is about 102.2 miles (164.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 76.8 miles (123.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 02m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 01m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village also known as Utica, in LaSalle County, Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Roanoke and Joliet.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roanoke and Joliet.
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Start on the route
37 m · 16 sec
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Turn left onto West Husseman Street
1 km · 1 min · West Husseman Street
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Continue on County Road 1400 North
3.3 mi · 6 min · County Road 1400 North
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Continue on County Road 2100 E
1.3 mi · 2 min · County Road 2100 E
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Turn right onto County Road 1800 North
5.6 mi · 10 min · County Road 1800 North
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Turn left
1173 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
35.9 mi · 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 East: Chicago
1 km · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
52.8 mi · 57 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Center Street
1.3 km · 2 min
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Continue on South Center Street
1401 ft · 38 sec · South Center Street
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Continue on Hickory Street
1164 ft · 36 sec · Hickory Street
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Turn right onto West Jefferson Street
1572 ft · 52 sec · West Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto Joliet Street
53 m · 7 sec · Joliet Street
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Turn right
83 m · 20 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Roanoke and Joliet.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 80 East
Merge slight left
52.8 mi · 00h 57m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Roanoke and Sunny near Joliet.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Roanoke to Joliet?
The road trip is about 102.2 miles (164.4 km) and usually takes 02h 01m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Utica is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51 miles from Roanoke and 51.1 miles from Joliet.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 76.8 miles (123.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.61 one way or $27.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Roanoke and Sunny near Joliet.
Stop Ideas Near Utica
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 Utica.
Mendota station
Princeton
Plano
Dwight station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Roanoke and Joliet. Straight-line distance: 76.78 mi (123.56 km).
#1 Roanoke
Village in Illinois, United States
| Population | 1,966 |
| Coordinates | 40.7961500, -89.1973000 |
| Altitude | 222 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Joliet
The second most populous city in Will County, Illinois.
| Population | 85,583 |
| Coordinates | 41.5251900, -88.0834000 |
| Altitude | 165 |
| Country | United States |
End: Joliet (-88.0834, 41.52519)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 164 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
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 | $13.61 | $27.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.35 | $30.71 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.80 | $33.60 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.15 | $38.29 |
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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