Origin
Lansing, IL
Night in Lansing on Saturday
Local time
11:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lansing, IL to Joliet, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
43m
Distance
31.7 mi
51 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lansing, IL
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Joliet, IL
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Trip Overview
Lansing, IL to Joliet, IL is 31.7 miles and takes about 43 minutes via I 80 and Tri-State Tollway, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within Illinois, connecting two Midwest locations. It's a short trip, making it ideal for a quick relocation or a brief journey between these suburban areas. You'll primarily be on tollways and interstate highways, so expect a consistent pace for most of the 43-minute drive.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 80 | 22.5 mi | 27m |
| Tri-State Tollway | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Ridge Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Torrence Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Chicago Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 4th Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Richards Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Washington Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 22.5 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lansing, IL and Joliet, IL.
1
Start on this road
24 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Ridge Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Ridge Road
3
Turn right onto IL 83
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Torrence Avenue
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Use the left lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 80 West, I 294 North
Use the slight left lane.
6
Merge onto I 80; I 294
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
22 mi
·
27 min
·
I 80
Exit 5
Toward I 80 West: Iowa
Use the slight right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 133
Toward Richards Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
265 ft
·
6 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto Richards Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Richards Street
11
Turn left onto 4th Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Avenue
12
Turn sharp right onto US 6; IL 53
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Chicago Street
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6; IL 53
272 ft
·
12 sec
·
Chicago Street
14
Turn left onto West Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Washington Street
15
Turn right onto Joliet Street
520 ft
·
18 sec
·
Joliet Street
16
Turn right
272 ft
·
19 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 30.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
IL 83 / Torrence Avenue
Turn right onto IL 83 / Torrence Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
2.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 West, I 294 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 80 West, I 294 North
8
7.7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 80
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80 toward I 80 West: Iowa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5
Toward I 80 West: Iowa
7
30.2 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward Richards Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 133
Toward Richards Street
7
30.3 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.96 one way
$9.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.44 | $10.88 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.10 | $12.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.00 | $14.00 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.29
Tri-state Tollway
(4.8 mi)
$0.29
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$0
Total
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.33 | $1.52 |
| Efficient EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.77 | $1.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.44 | $2.03 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Night in Joliet on Saturday
Local time
11:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
43m 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 is a highway-focused drive, with 71% of the route utilizing major interstates like I 80 and the Tri-State Tollway. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 22.5 miles on I 80, offering a consistent driving pace. The character of the road is predominantly fast-paced highway, designed for efficient travel between points. Expect limited opportunities for spontaneous stops along the main thoroughfares.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.5 mi on I 80.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and Tri-State Tollway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near IL 83 / Torrence Avenue.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 31.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 43m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (IL 83 / Torrence Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.7 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
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 43m. Total distance: 31.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.5 miles on I 80. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.29 in tolls one way, starting with Tri-state Tollway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Joliet, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 1 miles (IL 83 / Torrence Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.7 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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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