Westville, IL to Joliet, IL is 148.9 miles and takes about 3 hours via I 57, I 74, and US 45, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive entirely within Illinois, heading north through the Midwest. You'll primarily be on major highways, making it a practical option for a quick trip between these two points. Consider this route if you need an efficient way to cover this distance without significant detours or complex navigation.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
74.4 miles from Westville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 25m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
77.5 mi
1h 23m
I 74
32.3 mi
35m
US 45
10.1 mi
13m
Manhattan Road
5.3 mi
8m
Georgetown Road
4.4 mi
6m
West Joliet Road
4.4 mi
6m
North Market Street
3 mi
4m
West North Street
2.3 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 77.5 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westville, IL and Joliet, IL.
1
Start on US 150; IL 1
4.4 mi·6 min·Georgetown Road
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·41 sec
Toward I 74 West: Champaign
3
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·45 sec
Toward I 74 West
4
Merge onto I 74
32 mi·35 min·I 74
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
Exit 182Toward Neil Street
6
Keep slight right at fork onto North Neil Street
0.1 mi·26 sec·North Neil Street
Use the right lane.
7
Turn right onto East Marketview Drive
0.3 mi·37 sec·East Marketview Drive
8
At end of road, turn left onto North Market Street
3.0 mi·4 min·North Market Street
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward I-57 North: Kankakee
10
Merge onto I 57
78 mi·1 hr 23 min·I 57
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·42 sec
Exit 318Toward Bourbonnais Parkway
12
Turn left onto Bourbonnais Parkway
0.6 mi·1 min·Bourbonnais Parkway
13
Turn right onto US 45; US 52
10 mi·13 min·US 45; US 52
14
Turn left onto US 52
1.3 mi·1 min·West Joliet Road
15
Continue on US 52
1.9 mi·2 min·West Arsenal Road
16
Continue on US 52
3.1 mi·4 min·West Joliet Road
17
Continue on US 52
1.2 mi·1 min·US Route 52
18
Continue on US 52
1.9 mi·3 min·South State Street
19
Continue on US 52
2.3 mi·3 min·West North Street
20
Continue on US 52
3.1 mi·4 min·Manhattan Road
21
Turn left onto US 52
2.2 mi·4 min·Manhattan Road
22
Continue on US 52
0.3 mi·42 sec·Gardner Street
23
Turn left onto US 52
0.1 mi·15 sec·Doris Avenue
24
Turn right onto US 52; IL 53
1.2 mi·2 min·South Chicago Street
25
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6; IL 53
272 ft·12 sec·Chicago Street
26
Turn left onto West Washington Street
0.1 mi·25 sec·West Washington Street
27
Turn right onto Joliet Street
520 ft·18 sec·Joliet Street
28
Turn right
272 ft·19 sec
29
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 3-hour duration, you can leave Westville anytime and still reach Joliet comfortably within the same day. There's one recommended stop, but with this short a drive, you have flexibility to add more or none at all based on your needs. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longest stretch on I 57, as services can sometimes be spaced out on interstates. Planning to depart in the morning will give you the full day in Joliet.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 74.4 miles from Westville, IL, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.5 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 33 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.4 miles or 1h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Joliet, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Westville, 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 Westville, IL
This is one driving day of about 148.9 miles and 3h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Westville, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 77.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.6 and 38 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4.6 mi into trip|~7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 74 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 74 West
5
37.3 mi into trip|~43m in
Take the exit toward Neil Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 182
Toward Neil Street
7
37.6 mi into trip|~44m in|North Neil Street
Keep slight right at fork onto North Neil Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
37.8 mi into trip|~44m in|East Marketview Drive
Turn right onto East Marketview Drive
Navigation decision point
5
38 mi into trip|~45m in|North Market Street
At end of road, turn left onto North Market Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.28 one way
$46.56 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg52 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$25.56
$51.12
premium
$4.89
$28.65
$57.31
diesel
$5.61
$32.88
$65.75
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
44.7
0
$15.63
$7.15
Efficient EV
37.2
0
$13.03
$5.96
EV Truck/SUV
59.6
0
$20.85
$9.53
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Forecast as of Apr 21, 2026
Origin
Westville, IL
Morning
in Westville on Tuesday
Local time
7:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Joliet, IL
Morning
in Joliet on Tuesday
Local time
7:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
11 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 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 143.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 82% of the journey taking place on interstates and major US highways. Expect a significant stretch of 77.5 miles on I 57, offering a consistent pace. While largely a highway experience, you'll encounter segments on I 74 and US 45, which may present slightly different driving conditions as you move through different parts of Illinois. The character is generally efficient and direct, designed for covering ground.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 77.5 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 74. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.6 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 148.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 37.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 37.6 miles (North Neil Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h. Total distance: 148.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 77.5 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 37.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 37.6 miles (North Neil Street): 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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Joliet, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.
