Origin
Ellison Bay, WI
Morning in Ellison Bay on Saturday
Local time
10:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ellison Bay, WI to Whitefish Bay, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
30.1 mi
49 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Whitefish Bay, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Ellison Bay, WI to Whitefish Bay, WI covers 30.1 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 57, State Highway 42, Whitefish Bay Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 22.1 miles on State Highway 57. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.71 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 30.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 51m highway drive covering 30.1 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 57 and State Highway 42. The longest continuous stretch is about 22.1 miles on State Highway 57.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 22.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 57 and State Highway 42. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WI 42 / State Highway 42.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Ellison Bay, WI to Whitefish Bay, WI is easy. At 51m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 27.7 miles (Valmy Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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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
|
~10m in
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WI 57 / State Highway 57
Turn left onto WI 57 / State Highway 57
Navigation decision point
3
27.7 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
Valmy Road
Turn left onto Valmy Road
Navigation decision point
5
27.9 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
CTH T / Whitefish Bay Road
At end of road, turn left onto CTH T / Whitefish Bay Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 57 | 22.1 mi | 34m |
| State Highway 42 | 5.6 mi | 10m |
| Whitefish Bay Road | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| Valmy Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Lakeview Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 57
— 22.1 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ellison Bay, WI and Whitefish Bay, WI.
1
Start on Lakeview Road
154 ft
·
13 sec
·
Lakeview Road
2
Turn left onto WI 42
5.6 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 42
3
Turn left onto WI 57
22 mi
·
34 min
·
State Highway 57
4
Turn left onto Valmy Road
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Valmy Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto CTH T
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Whitefish Bay Road
6
Turn slight left
15 ft
·
1 sec
7
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.1 mi from Ellison Bay, WI · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.1 miles from Ellison Bay, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Whitefish Bay, WI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Whitefish Bay, WI if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.71 one way
$9.41 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.17 | $10.33 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.79 | $11.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.65 | $13.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.93 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Whitefish Bay, WI
Morning in Whitefish Bay on Saturday
Local time
10:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
37°F
Jacksonport, WI
15 mi in
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
51m 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 Whitefish Bay, WI covers 30.1 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 57, State Highway 42, Whitefish 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 15.1 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 $4.71 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 Ellison Bay, WI to Whitefish Bay, WI is easy. At 51m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 27.7 miles (Valmy Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Ellison Bay, WI to Whitefish Bay, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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