How far is Sheridan, IL from Joliet, IL?
The driving distance from Sheridan, IL to Joliet, IL is about 33 miles (53.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 30.8 miles (49.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 49m 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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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sheridan and Joliet.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sheridan and Joliet.
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Start on Si Johnson Avenue
1377 ft · 28 sec · Si Johnson Avenue
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Continue on North 41st Road
3252 ft · 1 min · North 41st Road
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Continue on County Highway 32
1.6 km · 2 min · County Highway 32
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Continue on North 41st Road
2.6 mi · 5 min · North 41st Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
1.5 km · 1 min
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Turn right onto South East Street
1021 ft · 29 sec · South East Street
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Continue on East Benton Street
852 ft · 24 sec · East Benton Street
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Continue on South Townhouse Road
1.5 km · 2 min · South Townhouse Road
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Turn left onto Lisbon Center Road
6.8 mi · 9 min · Lisbon Center Road
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Turn right
1 mi · 1 min
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Turn left
18.4 mi · 32 min
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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 Sheridan and Joliet.
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.
Longest stretch
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18.4 mi · 00h 32m
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.
Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Sheridan and Mostly Sunny near Joliet.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sheridan to Joliet?
The road trip is about 33 miles (53.1 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Plattville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.5 miles from Sheridan and 16.5 miles from Joliet.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.8 miles (49.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.37 one way or $8.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Frost then Mostly Sunny around Sheridan and Mostly Sunny near Joliet.
Stop Ideas Near Plattville
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 Plattville.
Plano
Joliet Transportation Center
Naperville
Dwight station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sheridan and Joliet. Straight-line distance: 30.85 mi (49.65 km).
#1 Sheridan
Village in Illinois, United States
| Population | 2,515 |
| Coordinates | 41.5300300, -88.6798000 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| 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: 53 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
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 | $4.37 | $8.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.93 | $9.87 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.40 | $10.80 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.15 | $12.31 |
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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