Origin
Burlington, WI
Afternoon in Burlington on Sunday
Local time
3:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burlington, WI to Kenosha, WI
Drive Time
39m
Distance
26.4 mi
42 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burlington, WI
Tom Fisk
Kenosha, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion across southeastern Wisconsin, the 26.4-mile trip from Burlington to Kenosha is an ideal candidate. Lasting roughly 39 minutes, this drive fits perfectly into a single day, leaving you plenty of time to explore either city. You will navigate primarily via North Main Street, Bushnell Road, and Highway 142. With a fuel budget of just $4, it is a highly economical way to travel between these two Midwest communities. Since the entire journey takes less than an hour, there is no need to worry about overnight lodging or complex itineraries. It is a straightforward, no-nonsense connection that gets you from point A to point B without any significant travel fatigue.
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
13.2 miles from Burlington, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. Because the route has a highway share of 0%, you won't be dealing with monotonous freeway driving or heavy high-speed traffic. Instead, you will spend your time navigating local roads, with North Main Street serving as a core segment of your travel. The character of the road remains consistent throughout the 26.4-mile span, requiring you to stay alert at intersections and turns. By avoiding major highways entirely, the drive offers a more intimate look at the local landscape compared to a standard interstate route.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Main Street 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 Burlington, WI to Kenosha, WI is easy. At 39m 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 Burlington, WI to Kenosha, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bushnell Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 142 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Burlington Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Washington Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Sheridan Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 54th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 8th Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burlington, WI and Kenosha, WI.
1
Start on East Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Jefferson Street
2
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Continue on Bushnell Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Bushnell Road
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Bushnell Road
79 ft
·
2 sec
·
Bushnell Road
5
Exit the roundabout onto Bushnell Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Bushnell Road
6
Continue on State Highway 142
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 142
7
Continue on Burlington Road
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Burlington Road
8
Continue on Washington Road
3.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Washington Road
9
Turn right onto Sheridan Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sheridan Road
10
Turn left onto 54th Street
305 ft
·
12 sec
·
54th Street
11
Turn right onto 8th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
8th Avenue
12
Turn right onto 56th Street
43 ft
·
1 sec
·
56th Street
13
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 39-minute jaunt, you have total flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, as the entire distance is easily manageable in one go. Keep in mind that because this route relies on local roads, traffic patterns can shift quickly, so check your navigation app before pulling out of your driveway. With no designated rest stops required, you can focus on a direct arrival in Kenosha. Use the $4 fuel estimate as a baseline for your budget, but consider topping off your tank in Burlington before you depart to ensure a stress-free trip.
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 13.2 miles from Burlington, WI, or about 19m 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 26.4 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.2 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 33m
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 Burlington, 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 Burlington, WI
This is one driving day of about 26.4 miles and 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Burlington, 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 13.2 mi from Burlington, WI · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 26.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.2 miles from Burlington, 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
$4.01 one way
$8.02 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $4.42 | $8.84 |
| premium | $4.80 | $4.98 | $9.97 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.87 | $11.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.77 | $1.27 |
| Efficient EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.31 | $1.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.70 | $1.69 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
3:06 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
6 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
39m 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 Burlington, WI to Kenosha, WI covers 26.4 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Main Street, Bushnell Road, Highway 142. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.2 miles from Burlington, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.01 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 Burlington, WI to Kenosha, WI is easy. At 39m 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 Burlington, WI to Kenosha, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Burlington, WI to Kenosha, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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