Origin
Joliet, IL
Late night in Joliet on Monday
Local time
4:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Joliet, IL to Gifford, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 7, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 14m
Distance
107.2 mi
173 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 5m
★
6 AM
2h 15m
8 AM
2h 33m
10 AM
2h 21m
12 PM
2h 19m
3 PM
2h 22m
5 PM
2h 32m
8 PM
2h 9m
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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Gifford, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Joliet, IL to Gifford, IL covers 107.2 miles and takes about 2h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 57, South La Grange Road, Manhattan Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 67.8 miles on I 57. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.62 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53.6 miles from Joliet, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 67.8 mi | 1h 12m |
| South La Grange Road | 10.1 mi | 13m |
| Manhattan Road | 5.3 mi | 8m |
| County Road 3000 North | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| South Cedar Road | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| West North Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Champaign Avenue | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| South State Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 67.8 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Joliet, IL and Gifford, IL.
1
Start on this road
111 ft
·
10 sec
·
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
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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Chicago Street
5
Turn left onto US 52
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
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Doris Avenue
6
Turn right onto US 52
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
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Gardner Street
7
Continue on US 52
2.2 mi
·
3 min
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Manhattan Road
8
Continue on US 52
3.1 mi
·
4 min
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Manhattan Road
9
Continue on US 52
2.3 mi
·
3 min
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West North Street
10
Continue on US 52
1.9 mi
·
3 min
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South State Street
11
Continue on US 52
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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US Route 52
12
Continue on US 52
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
South Cedar Road
13
Continue on US 52
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Arsenal Road
14
Continue on US 52
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Joliet Road
15
Turn right onto US 45; US 52
10 mi
·
13 min
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South La Grange Road
16
Turn left onto Bourbonnais Parkway
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
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Bourbonnais Parkway
17
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I-57 South: Kankakee
18
Merge onto I 57
68 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
I 57
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 250
Toward US 136: Rantoul, Fisher
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 250
Toward US 136: Rantoul
21
Turn straight onto US 136
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Champaign Avenue
22
Continue on US 136
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Klein Avenue
23
Continue on US 136
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Grove Avenue
24
Continue on US 136
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
County Road 3000 North
25
Turn right onto CR 32
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
26
Arrive at destination
CR 32
Trip Plan
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 53.6 miles from Joliet, IL, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.8 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 24 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.6 miles or 1h 11m 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gifford, 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 107.2 miles and 2h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Joliet, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 67.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53.6 miles from Joliet, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 67.8 miles.
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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 97.8 — 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
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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US 52 / Doris Avenue
Turn left onto US 52 / Doris Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
1.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
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US 52 / Gardner Street
Turn right onto US 52 / Gardner Street
Navigation decision point
6
97.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
Take the exit toward US 136: Rantoul, Fisher
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 250
Toward US 136: Rantoul, Fisher
7
97.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 136: Rantoul
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 250
Toward US 136: Rantoul
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.62 one way
$33.24 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.32 | $18.22 | $36.45 |
| premium | $4.93 | $20.80 | $41.60 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $23.63 | $47.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.2 | 0 | $11.26 | $5.15 |
| Efficient EV | 26.8 | 0 | $9.38 | $4.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.9 | 0 | $15.01 | $6.86 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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
Gifford, IL
Late night in Gifford on Monday
Local time
4:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
86°F
Clifton, IL
54 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
22 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 14m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Pullman National Historical Park
National Historical Park
In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...
26 mi from route
~66 min detour
Free
near mile 7.4
Caution: Road Construction Near the Park
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
107.2 mi in 2h 14m, mostly highway — 67.8 mi of that is on I 57.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 67.8 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and South La Grange Road. 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
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 14m drive. You will face about 10 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 1.4 miles (US 52 / Doris Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (US 52 / Gardner Street): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
798 ft
541 ft
Total Climb
421 ft
Total Descent
164 ft
Highest Point
798 ft
~107.2 mi in
Elevation Range
257 ft
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.
On the drive from Joliet, IL to Gifford, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Fisher along the way.
Fisher
97.5 mi in
|
~1h 58m
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
Arriving in Gifford, IL
Full guide →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 14m. Total distance: 107.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 67.8 miles on I 57. 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 1.4 miles (US 52 / Doris Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (US 52 / Gardner 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 Gifford, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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