The drive from Edgerton, WI to Oak Creek, WI covers 73.3 miles and takes about 1h 43m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 43, County Highway N, Iron Brigade Memorial Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 26.6 miles on I 43.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.46 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.6 miles from Edgerton, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 54m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 73.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The drive from Edgerton, WI to Oak Creek, WI covers 73.3 miles and takes about 1h 43m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 26 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 26.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in near WI 59 / State Highway 59.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.3 miles you will encounter 16 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 2.4 miles (WI 59 / State Highway 59): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.5 miles (WI 59 / State Highway 59): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 63.6 miles (I 41; US 41): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.4 mi into trip|~4m in|WI 59 / State Highway 59
Enter roundabout onto WI 59 / State Highway 59
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
2.5 mi into trip|~5m in|WI 59 / State Highway 59
Enter roundabout onto WI 59 / State Highway 59
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
9
63.6 mi into trip|~1h 25m in|I 41; US 41
Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41 toward I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 10B
Toward I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago
7
68.1 mi into trip|~1h 32m in
Take the exit toward Drexel Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 321
Toward Drexel Avenue
6
69.8 mi into trip|~1h 36m in|WI 38 / South Howell Avenue
Turn right onto WI 38 / South Howell Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 43
26.6 mi
30m
County Highway N
10.6 mi
14m
Iron Brigade Memorial Highway
7.4 mi
10m
State Highway 20
7.4 mi
10m
State Highway 59
4 mi
6m
Stephen Ambrose Memorial Highway
3.8 mi
5m
North-South Freeway
3.2 mi
4m
East Puetz Road
2.5 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 43
— 26.6 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edgerton, WI and Oak Creek, WI.
1
Start on US 51
0.2 mi·35 sec·North Main Street
2
Turn left onto WI 59
0.9 mi·2 min·East Fulton Street
3
Continue on WI 59
1.2 mi·1 min·State Highway 59
4
Enter roundabout onto WI 59
137 ft·2 sec·State Highway 59
5
Continue on WI 59
0.1 mi·13 sec·State Highway 59
6
Enter roundabout onto WI 59
115 ft·2 sec·State Highway 59
7
Continue on WI 59
425 ft·8 sec·State Highway 59
8
Enter roundabout onto WI 59
108 ft·2 sec·State Highway 59
9
Continue on WI 59
2.5 mi·3 min·State Highway 59
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto CTH N
11 mi·14 min·County Highway N
11
Continue on CTH N
0.2 mi·21 sec·East County Road N
12
Continue on CTH S
0.1 mi·18 sec·East County Road N
13
Turn right onto US 12; WI 89
3.8 mi·5 min·Stephen Ambrose Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 12
7.4 mi·10 min·Iron Brigade Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn left onto WI 20
1.6 mi·2 min·State Highway 20
16
Continue on WI 20
5.9 mi·8 min·State Highway 20
17
Continue on WI 20
2.1 mi·4 min·North Street
18
Turn left
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward I 43 North
19
Merge onto I 43
27 mi·30 min·I 43
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41
1.3 mi·1 min·I 41; US 41
Exit 10BToward I 41 South, I 94 South: ChicagoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Merge onto I 41; I 94; US 41
3.2 mi·4 min·North-South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Exit 321Toward Drexel AvenueUse the slight right lane.
23
Turn left onto West Drexel Avenue
1.3 mi·3 min·West Drexel Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
24
Turn right onto WI 38
1.0 mi·1 min·South Howell Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
25
Turn left onto East Puetz Road
2.5 mi·5 min·East Puetz Road
26
Arrive at destination
East Puetz Road
Trip Plan
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 36.6 miles from Edgerton, WI, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.6 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 16 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.6 miles or 54m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oak Creek, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Edgerton, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Edgerton, WI
This is one driving day of about 73.3 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Edgerton, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 43 for about 26.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.6 mi from Edgerton, WI
· 54m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.46 one way
$22.92 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$12.58
$25.16
premium
$4.89
$14.11
$28.21
diesel
$5.61
$16.18
$32.37
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22
0
$7.70
$3.52
Efficient EV
18.3
0
$6.41
$2.93
EV Truck/SUV
29.3
0
$10.26
$4.69
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Edgerton, WI
Afternoon
in Edgerton on Friday
Local time
3:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Oak Creek, WI
Afternoon
in Oak Creek on Friday
Local time
3:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Eagle, WI
37 mi in
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
13 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 43m 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 Edgerton, WI to Oak Creek, WI covers 73.3 miles and takes about 1h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 43, County Highway N, Iron Brigade Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.6 miles from Edgerton, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.46 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 73.3 miles you will encounter 16 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 2.4 miles (WI 59 / State Highway 59): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.5 miles (WI 59 / State Highway 59): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 63.6 miles (I 41; US 41): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Edgerton, WI to Oak Creek, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
