Origin
Forestville, WI
Afternoon in Forestville on Thursday
Local time
4:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Forestville, WI to Ellison Bay, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
50.2 mi
81 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Forestville, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Forestville, WI to Ellison Bay, WI covers 50.2 miles and takes about 1h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on WI 57, State Highway 42, State Highway 42/57 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 27.1 miles on WI 57. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.85 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 50.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 20m highway drive covering 50.2 miles, with most of the trip on WI 57 and State Highway 42. The longest continuous stretch is about 27.1 miles on WI 57.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
WI 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 27.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WI 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 / North Forestville Avenue.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Forestville, WI to Ellison Bay, WI is easy. At 1h 20m with 99% 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 / North Forestville Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 14.9 miles (WI 42; WI 57 / State Highway 42/57): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 16.2 miles (WI 42; WI 57 / State Highway 42/57): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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WI 42 / North Forestville Avenue
Turn right onto WI 42 / North Forestville Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
14.9 mi into trip
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~22m in
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WI 42; WI 57 / State Highway 42/57
Enter roundabout onto WI 42; WI 57 / State Highway 42/57
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
16.2 mi into trip
|
~24m in
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WI 42; WI 57 / State Highway 42/57
Enter roundabout onto WI 42; WI 57 / State Highway 42/57
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
44.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
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WI 42 / State Highway 42
At end of road, turn right onto WI 42 / State Highway 42
Navigation decision point
4
50.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
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Lakeview Road
Turn right onto Lakeview Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WI 57 | 27.1 mi | 42m |
| State Highway 42 | 11.8 mi | 19m |
| State Highway 42/57 | 10.7 mi | 16m |
| North Forestville Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Egg Harbor Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Lakeview Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
WI 57
— 27.1 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forestville, WI and Ellison Bay, WI.
1
Start on CTH J
73 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn right onto WI 42
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
North Forestville Avenue
3
Continue on WI 42
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 42
4
Continue on WI 42; WI 57
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 42/57
Use the straight lane.
5
Enter roundabout onto WI 42; WI 57
106 ft
·
1 sec
·
State Highway 42/57
6
Continue on WI 42; WI 57
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 42/57
7
Enter roundabout onto WI 42; WI 57
102 ft
·
2 sec
·
State Highway 42/57
8
Continue on WI 42; WI 57
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 42/57
9
Continue on WI 42; WI 57
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Egg Harbor Road
10
Turn slight right onto WI 57
27 mi
·
42 min
·
WI 57
11
At end of road, turn right onto WI 42
5.6 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 42
12
Turn right onto Lakeview Road
154 ft
·
6 sec
·
Lakeview Road
13
Arrive at destination
Lakeview Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.1 mi from Forestville, WI · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.1 miles from Forestville, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ellison Bay, WI
The final approach into Ellison Bay, 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
$7.85 one way
$15.70 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.62 | $17.23 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.66 | $19.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.08 | $22.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.27 | $2.41 |
| Efficient EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.39 | $2.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.03 | $3.21 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Ellison Bay, WI
Afternoon in Ellison Bay on Thursday
Local time
4:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
37°F
Jacksonport, WI
25 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
16 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
1h 20m 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 Forestville, WI to Ellison Bay, WI covers 50.2 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are WI 57, State Highway 42, State Highway 42/57. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.1 miles from Forestville, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.85 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 Forestville, WI to Ellison Bay, WI is easy. At 1h 20m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WI 42 / North Forestville Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 14.9 miles (WI 42; WI 57 / State Highway 42/57): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 16.2 miles (WI 42; WI 57 / State Highway 42/57): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Forestville, WI to Ellison Bay, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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