Atlanta to Joliet: Road Trip Guide & Distance

573.9 miles 923.6 km · straight line
693.8 miles actual route 1116.6 km · driving distance
13h 27min estimated drive time
$67 - $82 estimated fuel cost
~1h 39min flight time
340° NNW bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Joliet?

The distance from Atlanta to Joliet is 573.9 miles (923.6 km) as the crow flies. Joliet is located NNW of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 693.8 miles, taking about 13h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia 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 Atlanta and Joliet. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Atlanta to Joliet

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 27min $67 - $82 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 39min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 8min $56–$104* Budget
Train ~17h 29min $83–$243* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Joliet

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
Joliet
41.53°N, 88.08°W
America/Chicago
165m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 191 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM