Joliet to Watertown, South Dakota: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joliet from Watertown, South Dakota?

The distance from Joliet to Watertown, South Dakota is 510.6 miles (821.8 km) as the crow flies. Watertown, South Dakota is located WNW of Joliet. By car, the driving distance is approximately 612.8 miles, taking about 12h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 32min. Both are located in United States — Joliet in Illinois and Watertown, South Dakota in South Dakota.

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. 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 Watertown, South Dakota. 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.