Origin
Gillett, WI
Morning in Gillett on Saturday
Local time
11:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gillett, WI to Lakewood, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
35.9 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gillett, WI
Castorly Stock
Lakewood, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Gillett, WI to Lakewood, WI is 35.9 miles and takes about 53 minutes via State Highway 32, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip primarily on Wisconsin state highways connecting two points within the Midwest. Given its short distance and minimal stops, this route is ideal for a quick transfer or a leisurely afternoon drive. You'll find yourself on well-maintained roads with a high percentage of highway driving, making for an efficient journey.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 35.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m 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 route offers a highway-focused drive for nearly its entirety, with a 99% highway share. You'll spend most of your time on State Highway 32, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 35.3 miles. Expect a consistent driving experience without many significant changes in road type or complexity. The path is designed for straightforward travel, minimizing the need for intricate navigation and allowing you to maintain a steady pace.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 32 is the longest continuous segment at about 35.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 32 and North McKenzie Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near WI 32 / State Highway 32.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Gillett, WI to Lakewood, WI is easy. At 53m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 0.6 miles (WI 32 / State Highway 32): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
1 of 1 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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WI 32 / State Highway 32
At end of road, turn left onto WI 32 / State Highway 32
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 32 | 35.3 mi | 52m |
| North McKenzie Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| State Highway 22 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North McKenzie Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Mackenzie Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 32
— 35.3 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gillett, WI and Lakewood, WI.
1
Start on South Mackenzie Street
43 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Mackenzie Street
2
Continue on WI 22
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
North McKenzie Street
3
Continue on WI 22
493 ft
·
8 sec
·
North McKenzie Avenue
4
Continue on WI 22
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
State Highway 22
5
At end of road, turn left onto WI 32
35 mi
·
52 min
·
State Highway 32
6
Arrive at destination
WI 32
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.9 mi from Gillett, WI · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.9 miles from Gillett, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lakewood, WI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Lakewood, 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
$5.61 one way
$11.23 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.16 | $12.32 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.91 | $13.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.93 | $15.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.77 | $1.72 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.14 | $1.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.03 | $2.30 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Lakewood, WI
Morning in Lakewood on Saturday
Local time
11:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
29 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
53m 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 Gillett, WI to Lakewood, WI covers 35.9 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 32, North McKenzie Street, State Highway 22. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.9 miles from Gillett, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.61 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 Gillett, WI to Lakewood, WI is easy. At 53m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 0.6 miles (WI 32 / State Highway 32): Navigation decision point.
The route from Gillett, WI to Lakewood, 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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