Joliet to Prior Lake: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joliet from Prior Lake?

The distance from Joliet to Prior Lake is 347.8 miles (559.7 km) as the crow flies. Prior Lake is located NW of Joliet. By car, the driving distance is approximately 417.3 miles, taking about 8h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Joliet in Illinois and Prior Lake 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 Prior Lake. 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.