Origin
Momence, IL
Morning in Momence on Saturday
Local time
6:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Momence, IL to Joliet, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 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.
About the Cities
Arriving in Joliet, IL
Full guide →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.
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
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
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.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West County Line Road is the longest continuous segment at about 9.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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
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.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.6 mi from Momence, IL · 34m into the drive
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.
Arriving in Joliet, IL
The final approach into Joliet, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
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
Morning in Joliet on Saturday
Local time
6:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
19 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
1h 12m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Momence, IL to Joliet, IL covers 47.1 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West County Line Road, North Dixie Highway, Manhattan Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.6 miles from Momence, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.36 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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.
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.
The route from Momence, IL to Joliet, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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