Trip from Black Wolf, WI to Kenosha, WI

Drive Time

2h

Distance

115.6 mi

186 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min
4 AM
1h 52m ★
6 AM
2h 1m
8 AM
2h 18m
10 AM
2h 7m
12 PM
2h 5m
3 PM
2h 8m
5 PM
2h 17m
8 PM
1h 55m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Black Wolf, WI, WI

Black Wolf, WI

patrice schoefolt

Downtown Kenosha, WI, WI

Kenosha, WI

Tom Fisk

Trip Overview

Spanning 115.6 miles through the heart of the Midwest, this route connects Black Wolf to Kenosha in approximately two hours of travel time. Because the trip is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget roughly $16 for fuel to complete the journey in one go. Navigating this path involves relying on local roads like Nekimi Avenue, County Road R, and Van Dyne Road rather than major interstates. It is a straightforward, practical transit option for those looking to traverse this section of Wisconsin efficiently.

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

57.8 miles from Black Wolf, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy, local driving experience that stays entirely off the interstate system. With a highway share of 0%, this route prioritizes winding through rural corridors over high-speed transit. You will find that there is no long-distance, uninterrupted stretch of road, as the path relies on frequent transitions between Nekimi Avenue, County Road R, and Van Dyne Road. Because of this technical layout, the drive demands your full attention behind the wheel. It is a true local-road journey that offers a stark contrast to the monotonous grind of traditional highway travel.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Nekimi Avenue 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 Black Wolf, WI to Kenosha, WI is easy. At 2h 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 Black Wolf, WI to Kenosha, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Nekimi Avenue Unavailable Refreshing
County Road R Unavailable Refreshing
Van Dyne Road Unavailable Refreshing
Prospect Avenue Unavailable Refreshing
Winnebago Street Unavailable Refreshing
County Road OO Unavailable Refreshing
Airport Freeway Unavailable Refreshing
I 41 South Unavailable Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: Nekimi Avenue — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Black Wolf, WI and Kenosha, WI.

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Start on Country Club Road

207 ft · 14 sec · Country Club Road
2

Turn left onto Nekimi Avenue

0.5 mi · 2 min · Nekimi Avenue
3

At the end of the road, turn right onto County Road R

3.3 mi · 5 min · County Road R
4

Continue on Van Dyne Road

5.5 mi · 9 min · Van Dyne Road
5

Continue on Prospect Avenue

1.0 mi · 1 min · Prospect Avenue
6

Turn right

135 ft · 6 sec
7

Turn right onto Winnebago Street

0.5 mi · 51 sec · Winnebago Street
8

Continue on County Road OO

0.4 mi · 52 sec · County Road OO
9

Turn sharp left

0.4 mi · 47 sec
10

Merge slight left

67 mi · 1 hr 16 min
11

Merge slight right onto Airport Freeway

4.3 mi · 5 min · Airport Freeway
12

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
13

Merge slight left onto North-South Freeway

23 mi · 25 min · North-South Freeway
14

Take the exit slight right toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, Burlington

0.2 mi · 30 sec · WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, Burlington
15

Keep slight left to continue on CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, Kenosha

200 ft · 7 sec · CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, Kenosha
16

Turn left onto Burlington Road

3.6 mi · 6 min · Burlington Road
17

Continue on Washington Road

3.3 mi · 7 min · Washington Road
18

Turn right onto Sheridan Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · Sheridan Road
19

Turn left onto 54th Street

305 ft · 12 sec · 54th Street
20

Turn right onto 8th Avenue

0.1 mi · 31 sec · 8th Avenue
21

Turn right onto 56th Street

43 ft · 1 sec · 56th Street
22

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Since this 115.6-mile trip is manageable in just two hours, you have significant flexibility in your departure time. However, because the route is entirely comprised of local roads, plan for a slower pace than you would on a standard interstate. You should ensure your tank is ready for the trip, as the $16 fuel estimate assumes you are prepared for the full distance without needing extensive detours. Keep a close eye on your navigation when transitioning between Nekimi Avenue and County Road R, as the frequency of turns makes constant attention to your route essential. Because there are no designated stops on this specific path, pack any necessary snacks or supplies before you leave Black Wolf to avoid unnecessary delays.

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 57.8 miles from Black Wolf, WI, or about 1h 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 80 miles or 1h 23m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 57.8 miles or 1h 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 38m

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 Black Wolf, 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 Black Wolf, WI

This is one driving day of about 115.6 miles and 2h.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Black Wolf, 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 57.8 mi from Black Wolf, WI · 1h into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Waukegan, IL

58 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

Waukegan, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Waukegan, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 57.8 miles from Black Wolf, 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

$17.56 one way

$35.12 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 40 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $19.36 $38.71
premium $4.80 $21.82 $43.65
diesel $5.64 $25.68 $51.36

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 40.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 34.7 0 $12.14 $5.55
Efficient EV 28.9 0 $10.11 $4.62
EV Truck/SUV 46.2 0 $16.18 $7.40

Gas CO2

40 kg

EV CO2

14 kg (65% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Black Wolf, WI

Evening in Black Wolf on Sunday

Local time

7:51 PM

CDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Kenosha, WI

Evening in Kenosha on Sunday

Local time

7:51 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

2h 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 Black Wolf, WI to Kenosha, WI covers 115.6 miles and takes about 2h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Nekimi Avenue, County Road R, Van Dyne Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.8 miles from Black Wolf, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.56 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 Black Wolf, WI to Kenosha, WI is easy. At 2h 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 Black Wolf, WI to Kenosha, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Black Wolf, WI to Kenosha, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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