Joliet to Owatonna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joliet from Owatonna?

The distance from Joliet to Owatonna is 314.9 miles (506.8 km) as the crow flies. Owatonna is located NW of Joliet. By car, the driving distance is approximately 377.9 miles, taking about 7h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Joliet in Illinois and Owatonna in Minnesota.

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 Joliet and Owatonna. 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.