Trip from Joliet, IL to Altamont, IL

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Drive Time

3h 52m

Distance

201.1 mi

324 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$31

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

3h 40m ★

6 AM

3h 53m

8 AM

4h 18m

10 AM

4h 2m

12 PM

3h 59m

3 PM

4h 3m

5 PM

4h 17m

8 PM

3h 45m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Joliet, IL to Altamont, IL covers 201.1 miles and takes about 3h 52m 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, I 70 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 160.5 miles on I 57. At current regular gas prices, budget about $31.44 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.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

100.5 miles from Joliet, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 3h 52m highway drive covering 201.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 57 and South La Grange Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 160.5 miles on I 57.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 160.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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.

Route Complexity 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 3h 52m drive. You will face about 9 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.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 6; IL 53 / Ottawa Street

Turn right onto US 6; IL 53 / Ottawa Street

Navigation decision point

1.4 mi into trip | ~3m in | US 52 / Doris Avenue

Turn left onto US 52 / Doris Avenue

Navigation decision point

1.6 mi into trip | ~4m in | US 52 / Gardner Street

Turn right onto US 52 / Gardner Street

Navigation decision point

190.2 mi into trip | ~3h 38m in | I 70

Keep slight right at fork onto I 70 toward I 70 West: Saint Louis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis

199.6 mi into trip | ~3h 48m in

Take the exit toward IL 128: Altamont

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 82 Toward IL 128: Altamont

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 57	160.5 mi	2h 52m
South La Grange Road	10.1 mi	13m
I 70	9.4 mi	10m
Manhattan Road	5.3 mi	8m
South Cedar Road	3.1 mi	4m
West North Street	2.3 mi	3m
South State Street	1.9 mi	3m
West Arsenal Road	1.9 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 57 — 160.5 mi, about 2h 52m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Joliet, IL and Altamont, IL.

Start on this road

111 ft · 10 sec · this road

Turn right onto US 6; IL 53

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Ottawa Street

Continue on US 6; IL 53

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Ottawa Street

Continue on US 6; IL 53

1.0 mi · 2 min · Chicago Street

Turn left onto US 52

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Doris Avenue

Turn right onto US 52

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Gardner Street

Continue on US 52

2.2 mi · 3 min · Manhattan Road

Continue on US 52

3.1 mi · 4 min · Manhattan Road

Continue on US 52

2.3 mi · 3 min · West North Street

Continue on US 52

1.9 mi · 3 min · South State Street

Continue on US 52

1.2 mi · 1 min · US Route 52

Continue on US 52

3.1 mi · 4 min · South Cedar Road

Continue on US 52

1.9 mi · 2 min · West Arsenal Road

Continue on US 52

1.3 mi · 1 min · West Joliet Road

Turn right onto US 45; US 52

10 mi · 13 min · South La Grange Road

Turn left onto Bourbonnais Parkway

0.4 mi · 40 sec · Bourbonnais Parkway

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 53 sec

Toward I-57 South: Kankakee

Merge onto I 57

161 mi · 2 hr 52 min · I 57

Keep slight right at fork onto I 70

9.4 mi · 10 min · I 70

Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 39 sec

Exit 82 Toward IL 128: Altamont

Turn right onto IL 128

0.6 mi · 1 min · Farina Road

Continue on South Main Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Main Street

Arrive at destination

North Main Street

Trip Plan

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 100.5 miles from Joliet, IL, or about 2h 2m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 160.5 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 80 miles or 1h 40m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 100.5 miles or 2h 2m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 11m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Altamont, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Joliet, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 201.1 miles and 3h 52m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Joliet, 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 160.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 100.5 mi from Joliet, IL · 2h 2m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Champaign, IL

101 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.

Popular next leg

Champaign, IL to Altamont, IL

92 mi · 1h 45m

Pacing Suggestions

Champaign, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Champaign, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 100.5 miles from Joliet, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 160.5 miles.

Arriving in Altamont, IL

The final approach into Altamont, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Altamont, IL.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$31.44 one way

$62.88 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 70 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$34.52	$69.04
premium	$4.89	$38.70	$77.40
diesel	$5.61	$44.40	$88.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$31

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$56–$81

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 70.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	60.3	0	$21.12	$9.65
Efficient EV	50.3	0	$17.60	$8.04
EV Truck/SUV	80.4	1	$28.15	$12.87

Gas CO2

70 kg

EV CO2

24 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.

Forecast data refreshed 1 day ago

Origin

Joliet, IL

Late night in Joliet on Wednesday

Local time

2:21 AM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

SSW 15 mph 60% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 13 at 9:43PM CDT until April 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 13 at 9:43PM CDT until April 19 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO

Destination

Altamont, IL

Late night in Altamont on Wednesday

Local time

2:21 AM

CDT

Current temp

56°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

8 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

3h 52m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Joliet, IL to Altamont, IL covers 201.1 miles and takes about 3h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 57, South La Grange Road, I 70. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 100.5 miles from Joliet, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.44 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

This is a straightforward 3h 52m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The route from Joliet, IL to Altamont, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Joliet, IL to Altamont, IL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Altamont, IL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Joliet, IL

Altamont, IL

Same local time

8 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 52m on the road

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