Joliet to Sioux City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joliet from Sioux City?

The distance from Joliet to Sioux City is 432 miles (695.3 km) as the crow flies. Sioux City is located WNW of Joliet. By car, the driving distance is approximately 518.5 miles, taking about 10h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 22min. Both are located in United States — Joliet in Illinois and Sioux City in Iowa.

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 Sioux City. 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.