Origin
Eldorado, WI
Evening in Eldorado on Thursday
Local time
5:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eldorado, WI to Racine, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 47m
Distance
102.5 mi
165 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 39m
★
6 AM
1h 47m
8 AM
2h 3m
10 AM
1h 53m
12 PM
1h 51m
3 PM
1h 54m
5 PM
2h 2m
8 PM
1h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eldorado, WI
Tom Fisk
Racine, WI
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Trip Overview
This 102.5-mile drive from Eldorado to Racine, Wisconsin, will take you about 1 hour and 47 minutes. It's a straightforward trip primarily utilizing local roads and freeways like Airport Freeway and I-41 South. With a fuel cost estimated at $16, this route is an easy day trip, perfect for a single day of travel. The journey stays within the Midwest region, offering a consistent feel throughout. Given its relatively short duration and turn-heavy nature, it's best suited for those who prefer a more engaged driving experience over long, open stretches.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.2 miles from Eldorado, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 47m. Total distance: 102.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 102.5-mile journey, with no highway percentage to speak of. This means you'll be navigating a series of local roads and freeways rather than long stretches of interstate. The absence of a longest uninterrupted stretch indicates frequent changes in direction and speed. The drive progresses through a mix of urban and suburban environments, requiring your attention for turns and traffic. It's a route that keeps you actively involved behind the wheel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Airport Freeway 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Eldorado, WI to Racine, WI is easy. At 1h 47m 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 Eldorado, WI to Racine, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Freeway | — | — |
| I 41 South | — | — |
| North-South Freeway | — | — |
| CTH K | — | — |
| Northwestern Avenue | — | — |
| State Street | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| 6th Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Airport Freeway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eldorado, WI and Racine, WI.
1
Start on County Road C
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road C
2
Turn left
7.9 mi
·
11 min
3
Take the ramp right
6.4 mi
·
7 min
4
Continue straight
59 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
5
Merge slight right onto Airport Freeway
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Airport Freeway
6
Keep slight left to continue on I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago
7
Merge slight left onto North-South Freeway
12 mi
·
13 min
·
North-South Freeway
8
Take the exit slight right toward CTH K: Racine, Caledonia
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
CTH K: Racine, Caledonia
9
Turn left onto Northwestern Avenue
5.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Northwestern Avenue
10
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Northwestern Avenue
26 ft
·
Northwestern Avenue
11
Exit the roundabout onto Northwestern Avenue
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Northwestern Avenue
12
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Northwestern Avenue
92 ft
·
2 sec
·
Northwestern Avenue
13
Exit the roundabout onto Northwestern Avenue
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Northwestern Avenue
14
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Street
72 ft
·
4 sec
·
State Street
15
Exit the roundabout onto State Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
16
Turn right onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Main Street
17
Turn right onto 6th Street
308 ft
·
18 sec
·
6th Street
18
Turn left onto Wisconsin Avenue
285 ft
·
14 sec
·
Wisconsin Avenue
19
Turn left onto 7th Street
246 ft
·
8 sec
·
7th Street
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 47-minute duration, this trip is comfortably manageable in a single day. You can depart anytime, but leaving mid-morning might help you avoid early rush hour traffic. Since there are no designated long stretches, plan for frequent, short breaks as needed. The $16 fuel cost is minimal, so you won't need to worry about extensive refueling stops. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to your GPS as you approach Racine, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means navigating several intersections and road changes to reach your final destination.
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 51.2 miles from Eldorado, WI, or about 53m 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 23 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.2 miles or 53m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Racine, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Eldorado, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Eldorado, WI
This is one driving day of about 102.5 miles and 1h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Eldorado, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.2 mi from Eldorado, WI · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.2 miles from Eldorado, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Racine, WI
The final approach into Racine, 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
$16.02 one way
$32.05 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.59 | $35.19 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.73 | $39.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.63 | $45.26 |
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: 35.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.76 | $4.92 |
| Efficient EV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.97 | $4.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41 | 0 | $14.35 | $6.56 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Racine, WI
Evening in Racine on Thursday
Local time
5:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Butler, WI
51 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
3 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 47m 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 Eldorado, WI to Racine, WI covers 102.5 miles and takes about 1h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Airport Freeway, I 41 South, North-South Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.2 miles from Eldorado, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.02 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 Eldorado, WI to Racine, WI is easy. At 1h 47m 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 Eldorado, WI to Racine, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Eldorado, WI to Racine, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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