Joliet to Raleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joliet from Raleigh?

The distance from Joliet to Raleigh is 645.4 miles (1038.6 km) as the crow flies. Raleigh is located SE of Joliet. By car, the driving distance is approximately 803.7 miles, taking about 15h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 48min. Both are located in United States — Joliet in Illinois and Raleigh in North Carolina.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Joliet and Raleigh. 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.