Origin
Addison, WI
Afternoon in Addison on Sunday
Local time
4:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Addison, WI to Kenosha, WI
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
78 mi
126 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
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6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kenosha, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Addison to Kenosha, you are looking at a 78-mile trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 23 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is short enough to complete without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate via Highway 33, Main Street, and I-41 South to reach your destination in the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of just $11, this is an affordable way to cross the state. Because there are no mandatory stops required, you have the flexibility to make the drive as quick or leisurely as you prefer.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
39 miles from Addison, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 41m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate haul on this 78-mile journey. Since the route features a 0% highway share, you will spend your time navigating local roads rather than cruising at high speeds on the interstate. There is no significant longest stretch to speak of, as the drive is characterized by constant transitions through local turns. You should prepare for an active driving experience where the road conditions change frequently. This is an ideal route for those who prefer staying off the major highways and experiencing the local road network firsthand.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 33 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Addison, WI to Kenosha, WI is easy. At 1h 23m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Addison, WI to Kenosha, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 33 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 41 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Airport Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North-South Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| WI 142 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CTH S East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Burlington Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Highway 33
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Addison, WI and Kenosha, WI.
1
Start on Yellowstone Trail
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
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Yellowstone Trail
2
Turn left onto State Highway 33
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 33
3
Continue on Main Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
4
Take the ramp right toward I 41 South: Milwaukee
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
I 41 South: Milwaukee
5
Merge slight left
38 mi
·
44 min
6
Merge slight right onto Airport Freeway
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Airport Freeway
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago
8
Merge slight left onto North-South Freeway
23 mi
·
25 min
·
North-South Freeway
9
Take the exit slight right toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, Burlington
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, Burlington
10
Keep slight left to continue on CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, Kenosha
200 ft
·
7 sec
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CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, Kenosha
11
Turn left onto Burlington Road
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Burlington Road
12
Continue on Washington Road
3.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Washington Road
13
Turn right onto Sheridan Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sheridan Road
14
Turn left onto 54th Street
305 ft
·
12 sec
·
54th Street
15
Turn right onto 8th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
8th Avenue
16
Turn right onto 56th Street
43 ft
·
1 sec
·
56th Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 1-hour and 23-minute trek, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 78-mile distance in one go, so there is no need to worry about planning formal rest stops. Budgeting $11 for fuel should comfortably cover your needs, but it is always wise to ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Addison. Pay close attention to the turn-heavy nature of the route, as the frequent direction changes require your full focus. Use this simplicity to your advantage by planning your arrival in Kenosha for when you want to be there, rather than worrying about long-haul logistics.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 39 miles from Addison, WI, or about 41m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 78 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39 miles or 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kenosha, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Addison, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Addison, WI
This is one driving day of about 78 miles and 1h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Addison, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39 mi from Addison, WI · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 78 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39 miles from Addison, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kenosha, WI
The final approach into Kenosha, WI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Kenosha, WI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.85 one way
$23.69 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $13.06 | $26.12 |
| premium | $4.80 | $14.72 | $29.45 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.33 | $34.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.19 | $3.74 |
| Efficient EV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.82 | $3.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.2 | 0 | $10.92 | $4.99 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Kenosha, WI
Afternoon in Kenosha on Sunday
Local time
4:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 23m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Addison, WI to Kenosha, WI covers 78 miles and takes about 1h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 33, Main Street, I 41 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39 miles from Addison, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.85 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Addison, WI to Kenosha, WI is easy. At 1h 23m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Addison, WI to Kenosha, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Addison, WI to Kenosha, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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