Origin
Jacksonport, WI
Evening in Jacksonport on Thursday
Local time
7:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jacksonport, WI to Sister Bay, WI
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
26m
Distance
16.2 mi
26 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jacksonport, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Jacksonport, WI to Sister Bay, WI covers 16.2 miles and takes about 26m 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, Mill Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.9 miles on State Highway 57. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.53 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 26m. Total distance: 16.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
26m 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 26m highway drive covering 16.2 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 57 and State Highway 42. The longest continuous stretch is about 15.9 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 5 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 15.9 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 around 15.9 miles in near WI 42 / State Highway 42.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Jacksonport, WI to Sister Bay, WI is easy. At 26m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 15.9 miles (WI 42 / State Highway 42): Navigation decision point; at 16.1 miles (Mill Road): Navigation decision point; at 16.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
15.9 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
WI 42 / State Highway 42
At end of road, turn right onto WI 42 / State Highway 42
Navigation decision point
4
16.1 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
Mill Road
Turn right onto Mill Road
Navigation decision point
4
16.1 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 57 | 15.9 mi | 25m |
| State Highway 42 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Mill Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 57
— 15.9 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonport, WI and Sister Bay, WI.
1
Start on WI 57
16 mi
·
25 min
·
State Highway 57
2
At end of road, turn right onto WI 42
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
State Highway 42
3
Turn right onto Mill Road
257 ft
·
13 sec
·
Mill Road
4
Turn right
354 ft
·
25 sec
5
Arrive at destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.53 one way
$5.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.78 | $5.56 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.12 | $6.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.58 | $7.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.70 | $0.78 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.42 | $0.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.27 | $1.04 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Sister Bay, WI
Evening in Sister Bay on Thursday
Local time
7:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°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
7 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
26m 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 Jacksonport, WI to Sister Bay, WI covers 16.2 miles and takes about 26m 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, Mill 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 8.1 miles from Jacksonport, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.53 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 Jacksonport, WI to Sister Bay, WI is easy. At 26m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 15.9 miles (WI 42 / State Highway 42): Navigation decision point; at 16.1 miles (Mill Road): Navigation decision point; at 16.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Jacksonport, WI to Sister Bay, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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