Origin
Alban, WI
Late night in Alban on Wednesday
Local time
1:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alban, WI to Stevens Point, WI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
34m
Distance
18.4 mi
30 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
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6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alban, WI
Yaroslav Shuraev
Stevens Point, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Alban, WI to Stevens Point, WI covers 18.4 miles and takes about 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 66, Grand Avenue East, Stanley Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.6 miles on State Highway 66. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.88 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
9.2 miles from Alban, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 34m highway drive covering 18.4 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 66 and Grand Avenue East. The longest continuous stretch is about 14.6 miles on State Highway 66.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 66 is the longest continuous segment at about 14.6 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,233 ft
1,085 ft
Total Climb
142 ft
Total Descent
200 ft
Highest Point
1,233 ft
~9.2 mi in
Elevation Range
148 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 66 and Grand Avenue East. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WI 66 / Grand Avenue East.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Alban, WI to Stevens Point, WI is easy. At 34m with 79% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WI 66 / Grand Avenue East): Navigation decision point; at 17.5 miles (Michigan Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 17.9 miles (WI 66 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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WI 66 / Grand Avenue East
Turn left onto WI 66 / Grand Avenue East
Navigation decision point
3
17.5 mi into trip
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~31m in
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Michigan Avenue
Turn left onto Michigan Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
17.9 mi into trip
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~32m in
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WI 66 / Main Street
Turn right onto WI 66 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 66 | 14.6 mi | 25m |
| Grand Avenue East | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Stanley Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Michigan Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| County Road A | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 66
— 14.6 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alban, WI and Stevens Point, WI.
1
Start on CTH A
81 ft
·
7 sec
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County Road A
2
Turn left onto WI 66
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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Grand Avenue East
3
Continue on WI 66
15 mi
·
25 min
·
State Highway 66
4
Continue on WI 66
1.5 mi
·
3 min
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Stanley Street
5
Turn left onto Michigan Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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Michigan Avenue
6
Turn right onto WI 66
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Main Street
7
Arrive at destination
WI 66
Trip Plan
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 9.2 miles from Alban, WI, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.6 miles.
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 18.4 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.2 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stevens Point, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alban, 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 Alban, WI
This is one driving day of about 18.4 miles and 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Alban, 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.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 66 for about 14.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.2 mi from Alban, WI · 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 18.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.2 miles from Alban, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Stevens Point, WI
The final approach into Stevens Point, 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 Stevens Point, 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
$2.88 one way
$5.75 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.16 | $6.32 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.54 | $7.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.06 | $8.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.93 | $0.88 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.61 | $0.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.58 | $1.18 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Stevens Point, WI
Late night in Stevens Point on Wednesday
Local time
1:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
42°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
9 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
34m 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 Alban, WI to Stevens Point, WI covers 18.4 miles and takes about 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 66, Grand Avenue East, Stanley Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.2 miles from Alban, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.88 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 Alban, WI to Stevens Point, WI is easy. At 34m with 79% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WI 66 / Grand Avenue East): Navigation decision point; at 17.5 miles (Michigan Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 17.9 miles (WI 66 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Alban, WI to Stevens Point, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 1,085 ft to 1,233 ft elevation with about 142 ft of total climbing.
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