How far is Winchester, IL from Joliet, IL?
The driving distance from Winchester, IL to Joliet, IL is about 215.1 miles (346.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 180.7 miles (290.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 57m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
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Township in McLean County, Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Winchester and Joliet.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winchester and Joliet.
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Start on East Cherry Street
3273 ft · 1 min · East Cherry Street
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Continue on Illinois Route 106
762 ft · 17 sec · Illinois Route 106
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Turn right onto Old Route 36
3.5 mi · 5 min · Old Route 36
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Turn straight onto Old US Route 36
772 ft · 16 sec · Old US Route 36
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Take the ramp right
1980 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
59.2 mi · 1 hr 4 min
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Continue straight
20.5 mi · 22 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 55 North: Chicago
29.4 mi · 31 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
93.9 mi · 1 hr 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 East: Indiana
1.2 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
5.1 mi · 6 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 Winchester and Joliet.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 55 North
Keep slight left to continue on I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
93.9 mi · 01h 41m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Winchester and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Joliet.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Winchester to Joliet?
The road trip is about 215.1 miles (346.2 km) and usually takes 03h 57m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Funks Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 107.5 miles from Winchester and 107.6 miles from Joliet.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 180.7 miles (290.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:04 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.62 one way or $57.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 67.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Winchester and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Joliet.
Stop Ideas Near Funks Grove
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Winchester and Joliet. Straight-line distance: 180.69 mi (290.8 km).
#1 Winchester
County seat of Scott County, Illinois, USA
| Population | 1,466 |
| Coordinates | 39.6297700, -90.4562400 |
| Altitude | 165 |
| 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: 346 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 41m |
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 | $28.62 | $57.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $32.28 | $64.56 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $35.32 | $70.65 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $40.26 | $80.51 |
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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