Origin
Big Flats, WI
Evening in Big Flats on Wednesday
Local time
6:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Big Flats, WI to West Allis, WI
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 26m
Distance
156.4 mi
252 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 16m
★
6 AM
2h 26m
8 AM
2h 46m
10 AM
2h 33m
12 PM
2h 31m
3 PM
2h 34m
5 PM
2h 45m
8 PM
2h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Big Flats, WI to West Allis, WI covers 156.4 miles and takes about 2h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Highway 13, Highway 21, Portage for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.45 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
78.2 miles from Big Flats, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 26m drive with frequent turns across 156.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 13 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 Big Flats, WI to West Allis, WI is easy. At 2h 26m 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 Big Flats, WI to West Allis, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 13 | — | — |
| Highway 21 | — | — |
| Portage | — | — |
| I 94 | — | — |
| WI 181 | — | — |
| WI 181 South | — | — |
| South 84th Street | — | — |
| West Greenfield Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Highway 13
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Big Flats, WI and West Allis, WI.
1
Start on the route
20 ft
·
6 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto State Highway 13
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 13
3
Turn left onto State Highway 21
15 mi
·
20 min
·
State Highway 21
4
Take the exit right toward Portage
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Portage
5
Merge slight left
39 mi
·
41 min
6
Keep slight right
30 mi
·
31 min
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 94: Milwaukee
65 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 94: Milwaukee
8
Take the exit slight right toward WI 181: 84th Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
WI 181: 84th Street
9
Keep slight right to continue on WI 181 South: 84th Street South, Milwaukee Mile Speedway, Pettit National Ice Center
194 ft
·
5 sec
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WI 181 South: 84th Street South, Milwaukee Mile Speedway, Pettit National Ice Center
10
Turn right onto South 84th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South 84th Street
11
Turn left onto West Greenfield Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Greenfield Avenue
12
Arrive at your destination
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 78.2 miles from Big Flats, WI, or about 1h 13m 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 34 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78.2 miles or 1h 13m 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 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Allis, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Big Flats, 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 Big Flats, WI
This is one driving day of about 156.4 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Big Flats, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 78.2 mi from Big Flats, WI · 1h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 78.2 miles from Big Flats, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in West Allis, WI
The final approach into West Allis, 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 West Allis, 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
$24.45 one way
$48.90 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $26.85 | $53.69 |
| premium | $4.89 | $30.10 | $60.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.53 | $69.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.9 | 0 | $16.42 | $7.51 |
| Efficient EV | 39.1 | 0 | $13.69 | $6.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.6 | 0 | $21.90 | $10.01 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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
West Allis, WI
Evening in West Allis on Wednesday
Local time
6:16 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
3 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
2h 26m 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 Big Flats, WI to West Allis, WI covers 156.4 miles and takes about 2h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 13, Highway 21, Portage. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 78.2 miles from Big Flats, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.45 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 Big Flats, WI to West Allis, WI is easy. At 2h 26m 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 Big Flats, WI to West Allis, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Big Flats, WI to West Allis, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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