Origin
Cedar Grove, WI
Night in Cedar Grove on Thursday
Local time
11:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cedar Grove, WI to Kenosha, WI
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 42m
Distance
80.2 mi
129 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 35m
★
6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 58m
10 AM
1h 48m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 49m
5 PM
1h 57m
8 PM
1h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cedar Grove, WI
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Kenosha, WI
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Trip Overview
This 80.2-mile drive from Cedar Grove to Kenosha, Wisconsin, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 42 minutes. Primarily utilizing WI 32 and the North-South Freeway, you'll find this route to be largely highway-focused, making it a straightforward journey through the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $13, it's an economical option for a quick excursion. There are no designated stops, but the longest uninterrupted stretch is 46 miles on WI 32, so plan your breaks accordingly. This trip is well-suited for those seeking a direct and efficient drive between two points within the same state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.1 miles from Cedar Grove, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 42m. Total distance: 80.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 80.2-mile journey, with 88% of the route on freeways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on WI 32, including a 46-mile stretch without needing to navigate major intersections or changes in road type. The North-South Freeway will also contribute to the predominantly high-speed nature of this drive. While Burlington Road offers a brief change of pace, the overall character is one of steady, efficient travel, allowing you to cover ground quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
WI 32 is the longest continuous segment at about 46 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WI 32 and North-South Freeway. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near South Main Street.
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 80.2 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.2 miles (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 47.6 miles (I 94 / North-South Freeway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 72 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Main Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
47.6 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
I 94 / North-South Freeway
Continue onto I 94 / North-South Freeway toward WIS 94 East, US 41: Layton Ave, College Ave, Chicago
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 316-319
Toward WIS 94 East, US 41: Layton Ave, College...
8
72 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m 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
72.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m 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
80.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m 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 Cedar Grove, WI and Kenosha, WI, road signs point toward Wis 94 East, Chicago, Cth S: Kenosha, Burlington and Cth S East: Gateway Technical College.
Wis 94 East
47.6 mi in
|
~58m
|
via I 94
Chicago
47.6 mi in
|
~58m
|
via I 94
Cth S: Kenosha
72 mi in
|
~1h 25m
Burlington
72 mi in
|
~1h 25m
Cth S East: Gateway Technical College
72.2 mi in
|
~1h 26m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WI 32 | 46 mi | 55m |
| North-South Freeway | 24.5 mi | 27m |
| Burlington Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Washington Road | 3.3 mi | 7m |
| East Union Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Sheridan Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Sauk Trail Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
WI 32
— 46 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar Grove, WI and Kenosha, WI.
1
Start on Center Avenue
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Center Avenue
2
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
South Main Street
3
Turn right onto WI 32
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Union Avenue
4
Continue on WI 32
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Sauk Trail Road
5
Take the ramp onto WI 32
46 mi
·
55 min
·
WI 32
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
North-South Freeway
7
Continue on I 94
24 mi
·
27 min
·
North-South Freeway
Exit 316-319
Toward WIS 94 East, US 41: Layton Ave, College Ave, Chicago
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 340
Toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, Burlington
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
199 ft
·
6 sec
Toward CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, Kenosha
10
Turn left onto WI 142
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Burlington Road
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on CTH S
3.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Washington Road
12
Turn right onto WI 32
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sheridan Road
13
Turn left onto 54th Street
305 ft
·
14 sec
·
54th Street
14
Turn right onto 8th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
8th Avenue
15
Turn right onto 56th Street
43 ft
·
1 sec
·
56th Street
16
Arrive at destination
56th Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 42-minute duration, this drive from Cedar Grove to Kenosha offers plenty of flexibility; you can easily depart any time of day. With no official stops, consider a brief pause around the halfway mark to stretch your legs, especially since the longest uninterrupted drive is 46 miles on WI 32. The fuel cost is a modest $13, so you won't need to worry about frequent fill-ups. A practical tip for this route is to stay aware of your surroundings as you transition from WI 32 onto the North-South Freeway, as this is where traffic flow can change most rapidly.
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 40.1 miles from Cedar Grove, WI, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46 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 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.1 miles or 49m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kenosha, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Cedar Grove, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cedar Grove, WI
This is one driving day of about 80.2 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Cedar Grove, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on WI 32 for about 46 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.1 mi from Cedar Grove, WI · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.1 miles from Cedar Grove, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.54 one way
$25.08 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.77 | $27.53 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.43 | $30.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.71 | $35.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.42 | $3.85 |
| Efficient EV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.02 | $3.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.1 | 0 | $11.23 | $5.13 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Night in Kenosha on Thursday
Local time
11:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
17 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
1h 42m 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 Cedar Grove, WI to Kenosha, WI covers 80.2 miles and takes about 1h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are WI 32, North-South Freeway, Burlington Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.1 miles from Cedar Grove, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.54 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 80.2 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.2 miles (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 47.6 miles (I 94 / North-South Freeway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 72 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Cedar Grove, WI and Kenosha, WI, road signs point toward Wis 94 East, Chicago, Cth S: Kenosha, Burlington and Cth S East: Gateway Technical College.
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