Road Trips from Joliet, IL
Where to drive next — curated by how much time you have and what you're in the mood for.
Total Routes
51
Shortest
0.3h
With Parks Nearby
42
Under 2 hours
26 total in this range
Hampshire, IL
1h 32m56.5 mi one way
Chatsworth, IL
1h 37m70.3 mi one way
Steger, IL
48m30 mi one way
Washburn, IL
1h 58m97.5 mi one way
West Garfield Park, IL
59m36.3 mi one way
Full-day getaway
15 total in this range
Bruce, IL
3h 36m174.1 mi one way
Arthur, IL
3h 6m151.1 mi one way
Hallock, IL
2h 27m89.3 mi one way
Georgetown, IL
3h 6m153.1 mi one way
Arcola, IL
2h 51m145.4 mi one way
Weekend trip
10 total in this range
Eagle, IL
6h 45m321.7 mi one way
Central City, IL
4h 41m244.8 mi one way
Alton, IL
4h 42m248.7 mi one way
Jerseyville, IL
4h 30m245.2 mi one way
Glen Carbon, IL
4h 29m243.6 mi one way
Browse by Mood
Bruce, IL
3h 36m174.1 mi one way
Eagle, IL
6h 45m321.7 mi one way
Arthur, IL
3h 6m151.1 mi one way
Hallock, IL
2h 27m89.3 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Long daylight returns and parks begin peak bloom.
Summer
Fewer closures but plan for heat and heavier traffic.
Fall
Cooler temps and foliage make it the underrated season here.
Winter
Shorter days — prioritize shorter drives or southbound routes.
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