Origin
Denmark, WI
Afternoon in Denmark on Sunday
Local time
4:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Denmark, WI to West Allis, WI
Drive Time
2h 2m
Distance
104.6 mi
168 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 53m
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6 AM
2h 2m
8 AM
2h 20m
10 AM
2h 8m
12 PM
2h 6m
3 PM
2h 9m
5 PM
2h 19m
8 PM
1h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Denmark, WI
Christian Himmel
West Allis, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Traveling from Denmark to West Allis is a straightforward 104.6-mile journey across the Wisconsin Midwest that typically takes about 2 hours and 2 minutes. Since the trip is relatively short, it is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stops. You can expect to spend approximately $16 on fuel for the one-way trek. By sticking to the main thoroughfares, you maintain a consistent pace, making this an ideal route for commuters or weekend travelers. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that efficiently connects these two parts of the state.
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
52.3 miles from Denmark, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 97% of your time spent on major roads like I-43, the East-West Freeway, and South 76th Street. You will spend the vast majority of your time—97.9 miles, to be exact—on I-43, which serves as the backbone of this trip. Because the route relies so heavily on interstates, you should expect a consistent, high-speed experience rather than a slow-paced country cruise. The transition from the open highway to the local streets of West Allis creates a clear shift in the driving environment as you near your final destination.
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.
I 43 is the longest continuous segment at about 97.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 43 and East-West Freeway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CTH KB / Main Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 2m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CTH KB / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (CTH KB / Depere Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.3 miles (I 43): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CTH KB / Main Street
Turn left onto CTH KB / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
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CTH KB / Depere Road
Enter roundabout onto CTH KB / Depere Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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I 43
Merge onto I 43
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
99.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward I 94 West: Madison
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 72D
Toward I 94 West: Madison
6
103.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward 68th Street, 70th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 307A
Toward 68th Street, 70th Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 43 | 97.9 mi | 1h 48m |
| East-West Freeway | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| South 76th Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Depere Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West O'Connor Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| WI 96 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Greenfield Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 43
— 97.9 mi, about 1h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Denmark, WI and West Allis, WI.
1
Start on this road
63 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto CTH KB
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Main Street
3
Continue on CTH KB
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Depere Road
4
Enter roundabout onto CTH KB
133 ft
·
7 sec
·
Depere Road
5
Continue on CTH KB
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Depere Road
6
Continue on WI 96
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
WI 96
7
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
8
Merge onto I 43
98 mi
·
1 hr 48 min
·
I 43
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 72D
Toward I 94 West: Madison
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 94
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
East-West Freeway
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 307A
Toward 68th Street, 70th Street
12
Continue on West O'Connor Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West O'Connor Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
13
Continue on West O'Connor Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
West O'Connor Street
14
Turn left onto South 76th Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South 76th Street
Use the none lane.
15
Turn left onto WI 59
67 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Greenfield Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
WI 59
Trip Plan
Because this is a quick two-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule rather than worrying about mid-trip lodging. Since the entire route is a single, long stretch on I-43, try to check traffic reports for the Milwaukee area before you leave to avoid potential congestion on the East-West Freeway. You will not need to plan for formal stops given the short duration, but having your $16 fuel budget set aside will keep your trip logistics simple. Aim to depart outside of peak morning or evening rush hours to ensure you maintain your projected two-hour arrival time.
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 52.3 miles from Denmark, WI, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.9 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 80 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.3 miles or 59m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Allis, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Denmark, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Denmark, WI
This is one driving day of about 104.6 miles and 2h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Denmark, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 43 for about 97.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.3 mi from Denmark, WI · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52.3 miles from Denmark, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 43 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 97.9 miles.
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
$15.89 one way
$31.78 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $17.51 | $35.03 |
| premium | $4.80 | $19.75 | $39.49 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.24 | $46.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.98 | $5.02 |
| Efficient EV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.15 | $4.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.8 | 0 | $14.64 | $6.69 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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
West Allis, WI
Afternoon in West Allis on Sunday
Local time
4:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 2m 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 Denmark, WI to West Allis, WI covers 104.6 miles and takes about 2h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 43, East-West Freeway, South 76th Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.3 miles from Denmark, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.89 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 is a straightforward 2h 2m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CTH KB / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (CTH KB / Depere Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.3 miles (I 43): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Denmark, WI to West Allis, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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