Origin
Gillett, WI
Afternoon in Gillett on Saturday
Local time
3:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gillett, WI to Milwaukee, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 30m
Distance
156.3 mi
251 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 20m
★
6 AM
2h 30m
8 AM
2h 51m
10 AM
2h 37m
12 PM
2h 35m
3 PM
2h 38m
5 PM
2h 50m
8 PM
2h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gillett, WI
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Milwaukee, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Gillett, WI to Milwaukee, WI covers 156.3 miles and takes about 2h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North McKenzie Street, North McKenzie Avenue, Highway 22 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.44 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
78.1 miles from Gillett, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North McKenzie Street | — | — |
| North McKenzie Avenue | — | — |
| Highway 22 | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
| East Highland Drive | — | — |
| North Chestnut Avenue | — | — |
| Hwy 22 | — | — |
| US 141 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North McKenzie Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gillett, WI and Milwaukee, WI.
1
Start on South Mackenzie Street
43 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Mackenzie Street
2
Continue on North McKenzie Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
North McKenzie Street
3
Continue on North McKenzie Avenue
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North McKenzie Avenue
4
Continue on State Highway 22
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 22
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 22
125 ft
·
2 sec
·
State Highway 22
6
Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 22
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 22
7
Continue on North Main Street
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
North Main Street
8
Turn left onto East Highland Drive
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
East Highland Drive
9
Turn left onto North Chestnut Avenue
285 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Chestnut Avenue
10
Turn straight onto State Hwy 22
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
State Hwy 22
11
Continue on State Highway 22
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
State Highway 22
12
Take the ramp right toward US 141
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
US 141
13
Merge slight left
22 mi
·
24 min
14
Take the exit slight left toward I 43 South: Milwaukee
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 43 South: Milwaukee
15
Continue straight
117 mi
·
2 hr 8 min
16
Take the exit slight right toward WI 145: Fond du Lac Avenue, McKinley Avenue
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
WI 145: Fond du Lac Avenue, McKinley Avenue
17
Turn left onto West Fond du Lac Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Fond du Lac Avenue
18
Continue on West McKinley Avenue
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
West McKinley Avenue
19
Continue on East Knapp Street
486 ft
·
18 sec
·
East Knapp Street
20
Turn right onto North Water Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Water Street
21
Turn left onto East Mason Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
East Mason Street
22
Turn right onto North Milwaukee Street
404 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Milwaukee Street
23
Arrive at your destination
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 78.1 miles from Gillett, WI, or about 1h 15m 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 34 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78.1 miles or 1h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Milwaukee, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Gillett, 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 Gillett, WI
This is one driving day of about 156.3 miles and 2h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Gillett, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 78.1 miles from Gillett, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.44 one way
$48.87 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $26.83 | $53.66 |
| premium | $4.89 | $30.08 | $60.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.51 | $69.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.9 | 0 | $16.41 | $7.50 |
| Efficient EV | 39.1 | 0 | $13.68 | $6.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.5 | 0 | $21.88 | $10.00 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Milwaukee, WI
Afternoon in Milwaukee on Saturday
Local time
3:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°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
20 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
2h 30m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
156.3 mi in 2h 30m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: North McKenzie Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
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 Gillett, WI to Milwaukee, WI is easy. At 2h 30m 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 Gillett, WI to Milwaukee, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 30m. Total distance: 156.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Gillett, WI to Milwaukee, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Milwaukee, WI before heading back.
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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