Driving from Cedar Rapids to Joliet
Joliet lies 300 km (186 mi) east of Cedar Rapids, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 4 h 4 min without stops, over roughly 366 km (228 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Cedar Rapids | Joliet | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 130,405 | 147,861 |
| Elevation | 251 m (823 ft) | 167 m (548 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 52401–52499 | 60431–60436 |
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Staying in Joliet
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Common questions
How far is Joliet from Cedar Rapids?
300 km (186 mi) in a straight line, east of Cedar Rapids; by road roughly 366 km (228 mi).
How long does it take to get from Cedar Rapids to Joliet by car?
About 4 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Cedar Rapids and Joliet?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.