Hamilton, Ontario, Canada to Joliet: Road Trip Guide & Distance

435.6 miles 701 km · straight line
522.7 miles estimated 841.2 km · driving distance
10h 31min estimated drive time
CAD 85 - CAD 104 estimated fuel cost
~1h 23min flight time
257° WSW bearing direction

How far is Hamilton, Ontario, Canada from Joliet?

The distance from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada to Joliet is 435.6 miles (701 km) as the crow flies. Joliet is located WSW of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 522.7 miles, taking about 10h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 23min. Hamilton, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada, while Joliet is in Illinois, United States.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hamilton, Ontario, Canada 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.

How to Get from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada to Joliet

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 31min CAD 85 - CAD 104 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 23min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 37min $42–$78* Budget
Train ~9h 59min $63–$183* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hamilton, Ontario, Canada & Joliet

Quick Facts

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
43.26°N, 79.87°W
America/Toronto
78m 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 145 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 36 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 57.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients