Joliet to Oshawa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joliet from Oshawa?

The distance from Joliet to Oshawa is 496.4 miles (798.8 km) as the crow flies. Oshawa is located ENE of Joliet. By car, the driving distance is approximately 595.6 miles, taking about 11h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Joliet is in Illinois, United States, while Oshawa is in Ontario, Canada.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Joliet and Oshawa. 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.