How far is Walnut, IL from Joliet, IL?
The driving distance from Walnut, IL to Joliet, IL is about 94.9 miles (152.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.1 miles (125.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 51m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 55m.
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.
Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Walnut and Joliet.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Walnut and Joliet.
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Start on the route
19 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto Liberty Street
43 m · 8 sec · Liberty Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1185 ft · 54 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East North Street
1.1 km · 1 min · East North Street
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Continue on 2850 North Avenue
1659 ft · 33 sec · 2850 North Avenue
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Continue on 2825 North Avenue
5.9 mi · 10 min · 2825 North Avenue
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1281 ft · 22 sec · South Main Street
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Continue on 2050 East Street
7.3 mi · 11 min · 2050 East Street
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Continue on County Road 2010 East
1.4 mi · 2 min · County Road 2010 East
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Continue on North Main Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Turn left
1193 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
75.1 mi · 1 hr 21 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 Walnut 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.
North Main Street
Merge slight left
75.1 mi · 01h 21m
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 Walnut 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 Walnut to Joliet?
The road trip is about 94.9 miles (152.8 km) and usually takes 01h 55m 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?
Naplate is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.4 miles from Walnut and 47.6 miles from Joliet.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.1 miles (125.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.8 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 2:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.63 one way or $25.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Walnut and Mostly Sunny near Joliet.
Stop Ideas Near Naplate
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Walnut and Joliet. Straight-line distance: 78.12 mi (125.72 km).
#1 Walnut
City in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 1,296 |
| Coordinates | 41.5567000, -89.5934300 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| 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: 153 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
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 | $12.63 | $25.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.25 | $28.50 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.59 | $31.18 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.77 | $35.54 |
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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