Origin
Bradley, IL
Morning in Bradley on Tuesday
Local time
8:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bradley, IL to Joliet, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
34.3 mi
55 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bradley, IL
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Joliet, IL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel between Bradley and Joliet, Illinois, you are looking at a quick 33.9-mile trip that typically takes about 49 minutes. This short journey stays entirely within the Midwest, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day outing. You will navigate primarily via local roads like Kennedy Drive, South Main Street, and East Marsile Street rather than major interstates. With a fuel budget of approximately $5, this is an incredibly economical drive. Since the entire route is non-highway, you will experience a more direct, localized connection between these two Illinois communities. It is a straightforward trip that requires no overnight stops, allowing you the flexibility to complete your business or visit and return home within the same day.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Convent Street | 13.5 mi | 19m |
| Manhattan Road | 5.3 mi | 8m |
| West Joliet Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| West North Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| South State Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| West Arsenal Road | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| South Chicago Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| US Route 52 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
North Convent Street
— 13.5 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bradley, IL and Joliet, IL.
1
Start on East Broadway Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Broadway Street
2
Turn right onto US 45; US 52
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Kennedy Drive
3
Continue on US 45; US 52
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
South Main Street
4
Continue on East Marsile Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Marsile Street
5
Continue on US 45; US 52
13 mi
·
19 min
·
North Convent Street
6
Turn left onto US 52
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Joliet Road
7
Continue on US 52
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Arsenal Road
8
Continue on US 52
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
West Joliet Road
9
Continue on US 52
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US Route 52
10
Continue on US 52
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
South State Street
11
Continue on US 52
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
West North Street
12
Continue on US 52
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Manhattan Road
13
Turn left onto US 52
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Manhattan Road
14
Continue on US 52
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Gardner Street
15
Turn left onto US 52
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Doris Avenue
16
Turn right onto US 52; IL 53
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Chicago Street
17
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6; IL 53
272 ft
·
12 sec
·
Chicago Street
18
Turn left onto West Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Washington Street
19
Turn right onto Joliet Street
520 ft
·
18 sec
·
Joliet Street
20
Turn right
272 ft
·
19 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.2 miles from Bradley, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 15.4 and 34.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
15.4 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
US 52 / West Joliet Road
Turn left onto US 52 / West Joliet Road
Navigation decision point
4
32.6 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
US 52 / Doris Avenue
Turn left onto US 52 / Doris Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
32.7 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
US 52; IL 53 / South Chicago Street
Turn right onto US 52; IL 53 / South Chicago Street
Navigation decision point
4
34 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
US 6; IL 53 / Chicago Street
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6; IL 53 / Chicago Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
34.2 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
Joliet Street
Turn right onto Joliet Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.36 one way
$10.72 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.89 | $11.78 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.60 | $13.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.57 | $15.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.60 | $1.65 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.00 | $1.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.80 | $2.20 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Joliet, IL
Morning in Joliet on Tuesday
Local time
8:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
65°F
Manhattan, IL
17 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
53m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Because the highway share for this 33.9-mile route is 0%, you won't be dealing with high-speed interstate cruising or long, straight stretches. In fact, there is no significant uninterrupted highway segment, as the drive relies on navigating through local corridors. You will find that the road surface and traffic patterns change frequently as you transition between Kennedy Drive, South Main Street, and East Marsile Street. This creates a more technical driving experience compared to a standard highway haul, requiring you to navigate local intersections and road transitions consistently until you reach your destination.
Only 4% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.5 mi on North Convent Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 15.4 miles in near US 52 / West Joliet Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 34.3 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 15.4 miles (US 52 / West Joliet Road): Navigation decision point; at 32.6 miles (US 52 / Doris Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 32.7 miles (US 52; IL 53 / South Chicago Street): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Starting in Bradley, IL
Full guide →Founded 1891
Bradley is a village in Kankakee County, in the Chicagoland region of Illinois.
Arriving in Joliet, IL
Full guide →Founded 1833
Joliet is a city in the Chicagoland region of Illinois, a state in the Midwest of the United States of America. It is the largest city and county seat of Will County.
Top landmarks
- • Joliet Union Station — former train station in the United States
- • Christ Episcopal Church — church building in Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
- • Joliet Central High School — public school in Joliet, Illinois
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 34.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (4%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.5 miles on North Convent Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 15.4 miles (US 52 / West Joliet Road): Navigation decision point; at 32.6 miles (US 52 / Doris Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 32.7 miles (US 52; IL 53 / South Chicago Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Joliet, IL before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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