Origin
Caledonia, WI
Afternoon in Caledonia on Friday
Local time
1:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Caledonia, WI to Kenosha, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
34m
Distance
22.8 mi
37 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Caledonia, WI
Lewis Ashton
Kenosha, WI
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Trip Overview
Caledonia, WI to Kenosha, WI is 22.8 miles and takes about 34 minutes via I 41, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Midwest region, connecting two Wisconsin communities. Expect a straightforward drive that's more about efficient travel between points than a scenic journey. Given the minimal distance and duration, it's an ideal route for a quick transit, perhaps to visit friends or make a connection to a longer trip. You'll find this drive convenient for its directness and minimal time commitment.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 34m. Total distance: 22.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed experience, with 56% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on I 41, Burlington Road, and Washington Road, indicating a blend of faster-paced highway driving and more local road segments. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 12.7 miles on I 41, providing a period of consistent speed. As you progress, the character of the drive will likely shift from interstate travel to more community-oriented roads closer to your destination. It's a route that balances efficiency with a touch of local flavor.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 41 is the longest continuous segment at about 12.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.8 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (I 41; I 94; US 41): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
1.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 41; I 94; US 41
Merge onto I 41; I 94; US 41
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
14.5 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, Burlington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 340
Toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, Burlington
7
14.8 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, Kenosha
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, K...
5
22.8 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
56th Street
Turn right onto 56th Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Caledonia, WI and Kenosha, WI, road signs point toward Cth S: Kenosha, Burlington and Cth S East: Gateway Technical College.
Cth S: Kenosha
14.5 mi in
|
~18m
Burlington
14.5 mi in
|
~18m
Cth S East: Gateway Technical College
14.8 mi in
|
~18m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 41 | 12.7 mi | 13m |
| Burlington Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Washington Road | 3.3 mi | 7m |
| 5 1/2 Mile Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Sheridan Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 8th Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 54th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 56th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 12.7 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Caledonia, WI and Kenosha, WI.
1
Start on CTH G
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
5 1/2 Mile Road
2
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
3
Merge onto I 41; I 94; US 41
13 mi
·
13 min
·
I 41; I 94; US 41
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 340
Toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, Burlington
Use the slight right lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork
199 ft
·
6 sec
Toward CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, Kenosha
6
Turn left onto WI 142
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Burlington Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on CTH S
3.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Washington Road
8
Turn right onto WI 32
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sheridan Road
9
Turn left onto 54th Street
305 ft
·
14 sec
·
54th Street
10
Turn right onto 8th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
8th Avenue
11
Turn right onto 56th Street
43 ft
·
1 sec
·
56th Street
12
Arrive at destination
56th Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.56 one way
$7.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.91 | $7.83 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.39 | $8.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.03 | $10.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.39 | $1.09 |
| Efficient EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.99 | $0.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.19 | $1.46 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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 Friday
Local time
1:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
SE 10 to 15 mph
11% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 17 at 10:10AM CDT until April 17 at 11:00AM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen M...
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 17 at 9:38AM CDT until April 17 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
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
21 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
34m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Caledonia, WI to Kenosha, WI covers 22.8 miles and takes about 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 41, Burlington Road, Washington Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.4 miles from Caledonia, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.56 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.8 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (I 41; I 94; US 41): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Caledonia, WI and Kenosha, WI, road signs point toward Cth S: Kenosha, Burlington and Cth S East: Gateway Technical College.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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