Altoona to Joliet: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Altoona from Joliet?

The distance from Altoona to Joliet is 509.5 miles (820 km) as the crow flies. Joliet is located W of Altoona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 611.4 miles, taking about 12h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 32min. Both are located in United States — Altoona in Pennsylvania and Joliet in Illinois.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Altoona and Joliet. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.