Origin
Momence, IL
Evening in Momence on Sunday
Local time
6:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Momence, 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
1h 12m
Distance
47.1 mi
76 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Momence, IL
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Joliet, IL
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Trip Overview
Momence to Joliet is 47.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 12 minutes via West County Line Road and North Dixie Highway, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Illinois, moving from the Midwest region. Expect a local, turn-heavy experience rather than a fast highway cruise. Given its short distance and duration, this route is ideal for a single-day trip, offering a straightforward journey between these two Illinois towns.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West County Line Road | 9.5 mi | 12m |
| North Dixie Highway | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| Manhattan Road | 5.3 mi | 8m |
| West Joliet Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| South La Grange Road | 4 mi | 5m |
| County Road East 1241 North | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| East 12000N Road | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| West North Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
West County Line Road
— 9.5 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Momence, IL and Joliet, IL.
1
Start on IL 1; IL 17
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
North Dixie Highway
2
Continue on IL 1; IL 17
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
South Main Street
3
Turn right onto IL 1; IL 17
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Taylor Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto IL 1
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
County Road East 1241 North
5
Turn sharp left onto CH 58
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
East 12000N Road
6
Continue on CH 58
9.5 mi
·
12 min
·
West County Line Road
7
Continue on East 12000N Road
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
East 12000N Road
8
Turn right onto US 45; US 52
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
South La Grange Road
9
Turn left onto US 52
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Joliet Road
10
Continue on US 52
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Arsenal Road
11
Continue on US 52
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
West Joliet Road
12
Continue on US 52
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US Route 52
13
Continue on US 52
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
South State Street
14
Continue on US 52
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
West North Street
15
Continue on US 52
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Manhattan Road
16
Turn left onto US 52
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Manhattan Road
17
Continue on US 52
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Gardner Street
18
Turn left onto US 52
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Doris Avenue
19
Turn right onto US 52; IL 53
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Chicago Street
20
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6; IL 53
272 ft
·
12 sec
·
Chicago Street
21
Turn left onto West Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Washington Street
22
Turn right onto Joliet Street
520 ft
·
18 sec
·
Joliet Street
23
Turn right
272 ft
·
19 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.6 miles from Momence, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 6 and 47 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
IL 1; IL 17 / East Taylor Street
Turn right onto IL 1; IL 17 / East Taylor Street
Navigation decision point
4
6.9 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
IL 1 / County Road East 1241 North
At end of road, turn left onto IL 1 / County Road East 1241 North
Navigation decision point
5
10.8 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
CH 58 / East 12000N Road
Turn sharp left onto CH 58 / East 12000N Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
28.2 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
US 52 / West Joliet Road
Turn left onto US 52 / West Joliet Road
Navigation decision point
5
47 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
Joliet Street
Turn right onto Joliet Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.36 one way
$14.73 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.08 | $16.17 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.06 | $18.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.40 | $20.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.95 | $2.26 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.12 | $1.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.59 | $3.01 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (63% 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
Evening in Joliet on Sunday
Local time
6:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Chance Rain Showers
W 15 mph
29% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 5:50AM CDT until April 21 at 4:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 5:48AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
72°F
Manhattan, IL
24 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
6 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
1h 12m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, with only about 3% of the journey on highways. You'll navigate primarily on local roads, including West County Line Road, North Dixie Highway, and Manhattan Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 9.5 miles on West County Line Road. Expect frequent turns and changes in road type as you make your way through the local landscape.
Only 3% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.5 mi on West County Line Road.
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 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6 miles in near IL 1; IL 17 / East Taylor Street.
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 47.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 6 miles (IL 1; IL 17 / East Taylor Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.9 miles (IL 1 / County Road East 1241 North): Navigation decision point; at 10.8 miles (CH 58 / East 12000N Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
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 1h 12m. Total distance: 47.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (3%). 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 9.5 miles on West County Line Road. 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 6 miles (IL 1; IL 17 / East Taylor Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.9 miles (IL 1 / County Road East 1241 North): Navigation decision point; at 10.8 miles (CH 58 / East 12000N Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
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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