Origin
Rogers Park, IL
Late night in Rogers Park on Friday
Local time
2:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rogers Park, IL to Joliet, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
54.8 mi
88 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rogers Park, IL
Willian Justen de Vasconcellos
Joliet, IL
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Trip Overview
This 54.8-mile drive from Rogers Park, IL, to Joliet, IL, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 19 minutes. It's an ideal day trip, with no need for an overnight stop. You'll be spending a good portion of your time on major interstates, making it a highway-focused experience. Budget around $9 for fuel for this journey. Both your origin and destination are within the Midwest region, so you'll remain in familiar territory throughout the drive.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 54.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-centric experience on this 54.8-mile route, with 83% of it being on interstates. The main arteries include I-80, I-57, and the Dan Ryan Expressway. You'll encounter an uninterrupted stretch of 18 miles on I-80, offering a consistent pace. The character of the drive is largely defined by these major roadways, providing a direct and efficient path between your starting point in Rogers Park and your destination in Joliet.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 80 is the longest continuous segment at about 18 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and I 57. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.6 miles in near I 90; I 94 / Dan Ryan Expressway (Express).
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.8 miles you will encounter 20 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 12.6 miles (I 90; I 94 / Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.4 miles (I 57): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
12.6 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
I 90; I 94 / Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; I 94 / Dan Ryan Expressway (Express) toward I 90 Express, I 94 Express
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 90 Express, I 94 Express
8
21.4 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
I 57
Keep slight right at fork onto I 57 toward I 57 South: Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 63
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
7
34.8 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward I 80 West: Iowa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 345B
Toward I 80 West: Iowa
7
53.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward Richards Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 133
Toward Richards Street
7
53.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 80 | 18 mi | 21m |
| I 57 | 13.4 mi | 18m |
| Dan Ryan Expressway (Express) | 8.8 mi | 11m |
| North Ashland Avenue | 4.8 mi | 9m |
| Kennedy Expressway | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Dan Ryan Expressway | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| North Clark Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| South Chicago Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 18 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rogers Park, IL and Joliet, IL.
1
Start on this road
317 ft
·
28 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto North Greenview Avenue
220 ft
·
13 sec
·
North Greenview Avenue
3
Turn right onto West Morse Avenue
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
West Morse Avenue
4
Turn left onto North Clark Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Clark Street
Use the left lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto North Ashland Avenue
4.8 mi
·
9 min
·
North Ashland Avenue
6
Turn right onto West Armitage Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Armitage Avenue
Use the right lane.
7
Turn sharp left onto North Paulina Street
287 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Paulina Street
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 90 East, I 94 East
9
Merge onto I 90; I 94
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Kennedy Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 90; I 94
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Dan Ryan Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; I 94
8.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
Toward I 90 Express, I 94 Express
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 57
13 mi
·
18 min
·
I 57
Exit 63
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
Use the slight right lane.
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 345B
Toward I 80 West: Iowa
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 80
18 mi
·
21 min
·
I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 133
Toward Richards Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork
265 ft
·
6 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn straight onto Richards Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Richards Street
18
Turn left onto 4th Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Avenue
19
Turn sharp right onto US 6; IL 53
0.5 mi
·
1 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 27.4 mi from Rogers Park, IL · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.4 miles from Rogers Park, 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
$8.57 one way
$17.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.41 | $18.81 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.55 | $21.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.10 | $24.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.75 | $2.63 |
| Efficient EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.79 | $2.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.67 | $3.51 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Late night in Joliet on Friday
Local time
2:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
20 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 19m 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 Rogers Park, IL to Joliet, IL covers 54.8 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 80, I 57, Dan Ryan Expressway (Express). Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.4 miles from Rogers Park, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.57 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 54.8 miles you will encounter 20 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 12.6 miles (I 90; I 94 / Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.4 miles (I 57): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Rogers Park, IL to Joliet, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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