How far is Rockford, IL from Joliet, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Rockford and Joliet is 73.19 miles (117.79 km).
Flight distance from Rockford, IL to Joliet, IL is 73.19 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 12 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 11 minutes to travel from Rockford to Joliet with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Rockford, Illinois to Joliet, Illinois is: 105.73 miles (170.16 km) by car.
Driving from Rockford to Joliet will take approximately 01 hours 51 minutes.
#1 Rockford
The second most populous city in Illinois. It is located in the northwestern part of the state. Rockford is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Rockford Art Museum and the Burpee Museum of Natural History.
| Population | 144835 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°16'16"N 89°5'38"W |
| Latitude | 42.2711300 |
| Longitude | -89.0940000 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Joliet
The second most populous city in Will County, Illinois. It is located on the Des Plaines River in northeastern Illinois. Joliet is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Joliet Correctional Center and the Joliet Area Historical Museum.
| Population | 85583 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°31'31"N 88°5'0"W |
| Latitude | 41.5251900 |
| Longitude | -88.0834000 |
| Altitude | 165 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Joliet: (-88.083409,41.525419)
Estimated Travel Time Between Rockford and Joliet
The distance between Rockford and Joliet is 170 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 53 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Rockford and Joliet. The current time is 02:33:55.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 31 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 38 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 06 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 45 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 30 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 24 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 19 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 14.12 liters (3.73 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Rockford and Joliet.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Rockford to Joliet is $13.46 (diesel $16.04).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $13.46 | $15.34 | $16.98 | $16.04 |
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The average gas price (in Illinois ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.607 (Diesel $4.300) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Rockford and Joliet (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
