Columbus, Ohio to Joliet: Road Trip Guide & Distance

287.2 miles 462.2 km · straight line
364.7 miles actual route 586.9 km · driving distance
6h 59min estimated drive time
$35 - $43 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
294° WNW bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Joliet?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Joliet is 287.2 miles (462.2 km) as the crow flies. Joliet is located WNW of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 364.7 miles, taking about 6h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio and Joliet in Illinois.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Columbus, Ohio 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 Columbus, Ohio to Joliet

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 59min $35 - $43 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 23min $29–$55* Budget
Train ~6h 38min $44–$128* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Ohio & Joliet

Quick Facts

Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m 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 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM