Origin
West Englewood, IL
Evening in West Englewood on Friday
Local time
8:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Englewood, 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
53m
Distance
36.4 mi
59 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Englewood, IL
NIKOLAI FOMIN
Joliet, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from West Englewood, IL to Joliet, IL covers 36.4 miles and takes about 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 80, I 57, South Ashland Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 18 miles on I 80. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.69 one way before food or hotel costs.
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 53m. Total distance: 36.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 53m highway drive covering 36.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 80 and I 57. The longest continuous stretch is about 18 miles on I 80.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 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 early in the drive near West 64th Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 16 decision points packed into just 36.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 53m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 64th Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (West Monterey Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West 64th Street
Turn left onto West 64th Street
Navigation decision point
6
6.4 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
West Monterey Avenue
Turn left onto West Monterey Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
16.4 mi into trip
|
~26m 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
34.8 mi into trip
|
~49m 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
35 mi into trip
|
~49m 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 | 9.7 mi | 13m |
| South Ashland Avenue | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| South Vincennes Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| South Beverly Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| South Chicago Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 4th Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Richards Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 18 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Englewood, IL and Joliet, IL.
1
Start on South Paulina Street
169 ft
·
12 sec
·
South Paulina Street
2
Turn left onto West 64th Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
West 64th Street
3
Turn right onto South Ashland Avenue
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
South Ashland Avenue
4
Continue on South Beverly Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Beverly Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn slight right onto South Vincennes Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Vincennes Avenue
6
Turn left onto West Monterey Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Monterey Avenue
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto South Marshfield Avenue
133 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Marshfield Avenue
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 57 South
9
Merge onto I 57
9.7 mi
·
13 min
·
I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 345B
Toward I 80 West: Iowa
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 80
18 mi
·
21 min
·
I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 133
Toward Richards Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
265 ft
·
6 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto Richards Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Richards Street
15
Turn left onto 4th Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Avenue
16
Turn sharp right onto US 6; IL 53
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Chicago Street
17
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6; IL 53
272 ft
·
12 sec
·
Chicago Street
18
Turn left onto West Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Washington Street
19
Turn right onto Joliet Street
520 ft
·
18 sec
·
Joliet Street
20
Turn right
272 ft
·
19 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.2 mi from West Englewood, IL · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.2 miles from West Englewood, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Joliet, IL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Joliet, IL if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.69 one way
$11.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.25 | $12.50 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.00 | $14.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.04 | $16.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.82 | $1.75 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Evening in Joliet on Friday
Local time
8:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
67°F
Burbank, IL
18 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
17 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
53m 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 West Englewood, IL to Joliet, IL covers 36.4 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 80, I 57, South Ashland Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.2 miles from West Englewood, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.69 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 is a short but busy drive. With 16 decision points packed into just 36.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 53m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 64th Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (West Monterey Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from West Englewood, 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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