Origin
Ellison Bay, WI
Morning in Ellison Bay on Wednesday
Local time
7:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ellison Bay, WI to Egg Harbor, WI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
42m
Distance
21.6 mi
35 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
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6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Egg Harbor, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Ellison Bay, WI to Egg Harbor, WI covers 21.6 miles and takes about 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 42, State Highway 57, Horseshoe Bay Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.1 miles on State Highway 42. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.38 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
10.8 miles from Ellison Bay, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 42m highway drive covering 21.6 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 42 and State Highway 57. The longest continuous stretch is about 16.1 miles on State Highway 42.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 42 is the longest continuous segment at about 16.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 42 and State Highway 57. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WI 42 / State Highway 42.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 42m drive. You will face about 6 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 (WI 42 / State Highway 42): Navigation decision point; at 5.6 miles (WI 57 / State Highway 57): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (CTH Q / County Road Q): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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WI 42 / State Highway 42
Turn left onto WI 42 / State Highway 42
Navigation decision point
3
5.6 mi into trip
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~10m in
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WI 57 / State Highway 57
Turn left onto WI 57 / State Highway 57
Navigation decision point
4
7.9 mi into trip
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~14m in
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CTH Q / County Road Q
Turn right onto CTH Q / County Road Q
Navigation decision point
5
9.7 mi into trip
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~18m in
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Moravia Street
At end of road, turn left onto Moravia Street
Navigation decision point
3
9.9 mi into trip
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~19m in
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WI 42 / State Highway 42
Turn left onto WI 42 / State Highway 42
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 42 | 16.1 mi | 30m |
| State Highway 57 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Horseshoe Bay Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| County Road Q | 1 mi | 2m |
| Church Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Moravia Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Lakeview Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 42
— 16.1 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ellison Bay, WI and Egg Harbor, WI.
1
Start on Lakeview Road
154 ft
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13 sec
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Lakeview Road
2
Turn left onto WI 42
5.6 mi
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10 min
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State Highway 42
3
Turn left onto WI 57
2.3 mi
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3 min
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State Highway 57
4
Turn right onto CTH Q
1.0 mi
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2 min
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County Road Q
5
Continue on CTH Q
0.8 mi
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2 min
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Church Street
6
At end of road, turn left onto Moravia Street
0.2 mi
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37 sec
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Moravia Street
7
Turn left onto WI 42
4.5 mi
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9 min
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State Highway 42
8
Continue on WI 42
6.1 mi
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10 min
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State Highway 42
9
Turn right onto CTH G
1.1 mi
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2 min
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Horseshoe Bay Road
10
Arrive at destination
CTH G
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 10.8 miles from Ellison Bay, WI, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.1 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 21.6 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.8 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Egg Harbor, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ellison Bay, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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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 Ellison Bay, WI
This is one driving day of about 21.6 miles and 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ellison Bay, 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 State Highway 42 for about 16.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.8 mi from Ellison Bay, WI · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 21.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.8 miles from Ellison Bay, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Egg Harbor, WI
The final approach into Egg Harbor, 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 Egg Harbor, 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
$3.38 one way
$6.75 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.71 | $7.42 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.16 | $8.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.77 | $9.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.6 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 | 6.5 | 0 | $2.27 | $1.04 |
| Efficient EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.89 | $0.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.02 | $1.38 |
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
Egg Harbor, WI
Morning in Egg Harbor on Wednesday
Local time
7:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°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
12 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
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 Ellison Bay, WI to Egg Harbor, WI covers 21.6 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 42, State Highway 57, Horseshoe Bay 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 10.8 miles from Ellison Bay, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.38 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 42m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WI 42 / State Highway 42): Navigation decision point; at 5.6 miles (WI 57 / State Highway 57): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (CTH Q / County Road Q): Navigation decision point.
The route from Ellison Bay, WI to Egg Harbor, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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