Origin
Kohler, WI
Night in Kohler on Tuesday
Local time
10:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kohler, WI to West Allis, WI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
58m
Distance
40.6 mi
65 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
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6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kohler, WI
Tom Fisk
West Allis, WI
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Trip Overview
This 40.6-mile drive from Kohler, WI to West Allis, WI is a straightforward journey best suited for a single day trip, taking approximately 58 minutes. You'll primarily be on State Highway 57 and the East-West Freeway, with about 82% of the route being highway driving. With an estimated fuel cost of $6, this is an economical option for a short excursion. The drive stays within the Midwest region, offering a consistent feel throughout. It's a quick and efficient way to get from point A to point B without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
20.3 miles from Kohler, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 40.6-mile trip. With 82% of the route on highways, you'll experience a good amount of faster-paced driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 30.1 miles on State Highway 57. While primarily highway, the inclusion of County Highway H suggests some transition to more local road driving as you approach your destination. This route is designed for efficiency rather than scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 30.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 57 and East-West Freeway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near Fredonia Kohler Road.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 40.6 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (Fredonia Kohler Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 5 miles (WI 57 / State Highway 57): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.9 mi into trip
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~4m in
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Fredonia Kohler Road
Keep slight left at fork onto Fredonia Kohler Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
5 mi into trip
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~11m in
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WI 57 / State Highway 57
Turn right onto WI 57 / State Highway 57
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
35.1 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward I 94 West: Madison
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 72D
Toward I 94 West: Madison
5
35.9 mi into trip
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~49m in
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I 94 / East-West Freeway
Merge onto I 94 / East-West Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
39 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the exit toward 68th Street, 70th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 307A
Toward 68th Street, 70th Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 57 | 30.1 mi | 37m |
| East-West Freeway | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| County Highway H | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Fredonia Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| County Highway I | 1 mi | 2m |
| South 76th Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Fredonia Kohler Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West O'Connor Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 57
— 30.1 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kohler, WI and West Allis, WI.
1
Start on CTH H
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
County Highway H
2
Keep slight left at fork onto Fredonia Kohler Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Fredonia Kohler Road
3
Turn right onto CTH I
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
County Highway I
4
Continue on CTH I
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
County Highway I
5
Turn left onto CTH A; CTH H
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Fredonia Avenue
6
Turn right onto WI 57
30 mi
·
37 min
·
State Highway 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 72D
Toward I 94 West: Madison
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 94
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
East-West Freeway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 307A
Toward 68th Street, 70th Street
10
Continue on West O'Connor Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West O'Connor Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
11
Continue on West O'Connor Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
West O'Connor Street
12
Turn left onto South 76th Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South 76th Street
13
Turn left onto WI 59
67 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Greenfield Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
WI 59
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just 58 minutes, you have plenty of flexibility for when you depart. Leaving anytime in the morning should allow you to reach West Allis without feeling rushed, and you can easily complete this trip on a single tank of gas, with an estimated fuel cost of only $6. There are no specific stops recommended within the data, so plan for any necessary breaks before or after the main 40.6-mile stretch. Keep an eye on traffic conditions, especially as you get closer to West Allis, as urban areas can experience congestion.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 20.3 miles from Kohler, WI, or about 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.1 miles.
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 40.6 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.3 miles or 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Allis, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kohler, 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 Kohler, WI
This is one driving day of about 40.6 miles and 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kohler, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 57 for about 30.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.3 mi from Kohler, WI · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.3 miles from Kohler, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in West Allis, WI
The final approach into West Allis, WI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around West Allis, WI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.35 one way
$12.69 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.97 | $13.94 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.81 | $15.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.96 | $17.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.26 | $1.95 |
| Efficient EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.55 | $1.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.68 | $2.60 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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
West Allis, WI
Night in West Allis on Tuesday
Local time
10:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°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
27 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
58m 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 Kohler, WI to West Allis, WI covers 40.6 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 57, East-West Freeway, County Highway H. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.3 miles from Kohler, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.35 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 40.6 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (Fredonia Kohler Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 5 miles (WI 57 / State Highway 57): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Kohler, WI to West Allis, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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