Origin
Joliet, IL
Morning in Joliet on Tuesday
Local time
9:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Joliet, IL to Cazenovia, 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
2h 8m
Distance
103.1 mi
166 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 59m
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6 AM
2h 8m
8 AM
2h 27m
10 AM
2h 15m
12 PM
2h 13m
3 PM
2h 16m
5 PM
2h 26m
8 PM
2h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Joliet, IL
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Cazenovia, IL
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Trip Overview
Joliet, IL to Cazenovia, IL is 103.1 miles and takes about 2h 8m via I 80 and I 39, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward trip within the Midwest, entirely contained within Illinois. Given its relatively short length and predominantly highway profile, it's a convenient option for a quick transit or a day trip. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making for an efficient drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.5 miles from Joliet, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 80 | 54.1 mi | 59m |
| I 39 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| 700 North Road | 9.1 mi | 13m |
| Main Street | 5.4 mi | 9m |
| State Route 89 | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| 2160 E Rd | 3 mi | 5m |
| North Jefferson Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Ottawa Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 54.1 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Joliet, IL and Cazenovia, IL.
1
Start on this road
111 ft
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10 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto US 6; IL 53
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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Ottawa Street
3
Continue on US 6; IL 53
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
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Ottawa Street
4
Continue on US 6; IL 53
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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Chicago Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 80 West: Moline, Rock Island
6
Merge onto I 80
54 mi
·
59 min
·
I 80
Use the right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 79A
Toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Normal, Bloomington
8
Merge onto I 39; US 51
24 mi
·
25 min
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I 39; US 51
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward IL 17: Lacon, Wenona
10
Turn straight onto IL 17
9.1 mi
·
13 min
·
700 North Road
11
Turn left onto IL 89
3.0 mi
·
5 min
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2160 E Rd
12
Continue on IL 89
5.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Main Street
13
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 89
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
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North Jefferson Street
14
Continue on IL 89
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
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West Parkside Drive
15
Continue on IL 89
4.8 mi
·
8 min
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State Route 89
16
Turn slight left onto State Street
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
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State Street
17
Turn right onto Main Street
71 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
18
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
This is a short, one-day drive, so you have plenty of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will give you ample daylight to complete the 103.1-mile trip comfortably. The primary roads are interstates, so plan for fuel stops before you get too low, especially before transitioning to smaller roads. With a fuel cost estimated around $16, it’s an economical trip. Consider a brief stop around the halfway point if you wish, though the 2-hour duration makes it easily manageable without one.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 51.5 miles from Joliet, IL, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 23 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.5 miles or 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cazenovia, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Joliet, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Joliet, IL
This is one driving day of about 103.1 miles and 2h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Joliet, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 80 for about 54.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.5 miles from Joliet, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 79.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 6; IL 53 / Ottawa Street
Turn right onto US 6; IL 53 / Ottawa Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 80 West: Moline, Rock Island
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 80 West: Moline, Rock Island
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 80
Merge onto I 80
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
55.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Normal, Bloomington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 79A
Toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Normal, Bloomin...
5
79.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
Take the exit toward IL 17: Lacon, Wenona
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward IL 17: Lacon, Wenona
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.12 one way
$32.24 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.70 | $35.39 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.84 | $39.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.76 | $45.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.9 | 0 | $10.83 | $4.95 |
| Efficient EV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.02 | $4.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.2 | 0 | $14.43 | $6.60 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Cazenovia, IL
Morning in Cazenovia on Tuesday
Local time
9:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Utica, IL
52 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
15 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
2h 8m 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?
This route is predominantly highway, with 80% of the drive on interstates like I 80 and I 39. Your longest continuous stretch on a single highway will be 54.1 miles on I 80. After the interstate segments, you'll transition to surface roads like 700 North Road for the final portion of the trip. Expect a more rural cruising feel as you move off the main interstates.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 54.1 mi on I 80.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and I 39. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 6; IL 53 / Ottawa Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 8m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 6; IL 53 / Ottawa Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.1 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Joliet, IL and Cazenovia, IL, road signs point toward Bloomington and Wenona.
Bloomington
55.2 mi in
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~1h 2m
Wenona
79.3 mi in
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~1h 28m
About the Cities
Starting 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 2h 8m. Total distance: 103.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 54.1 miles on I 80. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 6; IL 53 / Ottawa Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.1 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Cazenovia, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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