How far is Springfield, IL from Joliet, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Springfield and Joliet is 144.45 miles (232.47 km).
Flight distance from Springfield, IL to Joliet, IL is 144.45 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 19 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 17 minutes to travel from Springfield to Joliet with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Springfield, Illinois to Joliet, Illinois is: 163 miles (262.32 km) by car.
Driving from Springfield to Joliet will take approximately 02 hours 33 minutes.
#1 Springfield
The capital of Illinois and the county seat of Sangamon County. It is located on the Sangamon River in central Illinois. Springfield is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and the Illinois State Capitol.
| Population | 113671 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°48'6"N 89°38'37"W |
| Latitude | 39.8017200 |
| Longitude | -89.6437100 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Joliet
The second most populous city in Will County, Illinois. It is located on the Des Plaines River in northeastern Illinois. Joliet is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Joliet Correctional Center and the Joliet Area Historical Museum.
| Population | 85583 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°31'31"N 88°5'0"W |
| Latitude | 41.5251900 |
| Longitude | -88.0834000 |
| Altitude | 165 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Joliet: (-88.083409,41.525419)
Estimated Travel Time Between Springfield and Joliet
The distance between Springfield and Joliet is 262 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 54 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Springfield and Joliet. The current time is 03:11:13.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 25 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 04 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 15 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 42 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 19 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 10 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 02 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 21.77 liters (5.75 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Springfield and Joliet.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Springfield to Joliet is $20.75 (diesel $24.73).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $20.75 | $23.65 | $26.18 | $24.73 |
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The average gas price (in Illinois ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.607 (Diesel $4.300) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Springfield and Joliet (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
