Origin
Lake Delton, WI
Late night in Lake Delton on Saturday
Local time
12:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lake Delton, WI to Merrimac, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
37m
Distance
23.7 mi
38 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
★
6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lake Delton, WI
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Merrimac, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Lake Delton to Merrimac is 23.7 miles and takes about 37 minutes via Wisconsin Dells Parkway South, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Wisconsin, connecting two points in the Midwest. The drive is primarily on highways, making it a straightforward connection between these two locations. It’s a good option if you’re looking for a quick transit with minimal hassle, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination. Expect a fairly direct journey without significant detours.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 37m. Total distance: 23.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route is largely highway-focused, with 66% of the drive utilizing major roads. You'll experience a 9.3-mile stretch on Wisconsin Dells Parkway South, offering a sustained period on a well-maintained road. The road profile suggests a drive that balances efficiency with the feel of open highway. Expect smooth transitions as you move between Wisconsin Dells Parkway South, State Highway 136, and State Highway 113. The overall character is one of steady progress rather than winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Wisconsin Dells Parkway South is the longest continuous segment at about 9.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Wisconsin Dells Parkway South and State Highway 136. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 12; WI 23 / Wisconsin Dells Parkway North.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 37m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 12; WI 23 / Wisconsin Dells Parkway North): Navigation decision point; at 10.5 miles (CTH W / County Highway W): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 10.6 miles (US 12 BUS; CTH W / South Boulevard West): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 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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US 12; WI 23 / Wisconsin Dells Parkway North
Turn right onto US 12; WI 23 / Wisconsin Dells Parkway North
Navigation decision point
5
10.5 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
CTH W / County Highway W
Enter roundabout onto CTH W / County Highway W
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
10.6 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
US 12 BUS; CTH W / South Boulevard West
Enter roundabout onto US 12 BUS; CTH W / South Boulevard West
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
16.4 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
WI 113; CTH DL / State Highway 113
At end of road, turn right onto WI 113; CTH DL / State Highway 113
Navigation decision point
5
20.9 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
WI 78; WI 113 / State Road 78 and 113
At end of road, turn left onto WI 78; WI 113 / State Road 78 and 113
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Dells Parkway South | 9.3 mi | 12m |
| State Highway 136 | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| State Highway 113 | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| County Highway DL | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| State Road 113 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| State Road 78 and 113 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Wisconsin Dells Parkway North | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Wisconsin Dells Parkway South
— 9.3 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Delton, WI and Merrimac, WI.
1
Start on West Lake Avenue
64 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Lake Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 12; WI 23
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Wisconsin Dells Parkway North
3
Turn left onto US 12
9.3 mi
·
12 min
·
Wisconsin Dells Parkway South
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
5
Enter roundabout onto CTH W
260 ft
·
5 sec
·
County Highway W
6
Continue on CTH W
356 ft
·
7 sec
·
County Highway W
7
Enter roundabout onto US 12 BUS; CTH W
124 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Boulevard West
8
Continue on US 12 BUS; CTH W
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
South Boulevard West
9
Turn right onto WI 136
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 136
10
Continue on WI 136
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 136
11
Continue on WI 136; CTH DL
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
State Highway 136
12
Continue on CTH DL
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
County Highway DL
13
At end of road, turn right onto WI 113; CTH DL
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 113
14
Continue on WI 113
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
State Road 113
15
At end of road, turn left onto WI 78; WI 113
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
State Road 78 and 113
16
Continue on WI 78; WI 113
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
17
Turn left onto School Street
77 ft
·
3 sec
·
School Street
18
Arrive at destination
School Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.71 one way
$7.41 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.07 | $8.14 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.56 | $9.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.23 | $10.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
| Efficient EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.07 | $0.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.32 | $1.52 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Merrimac, WI
Late night in Merrimac on Saturday
Local time
12:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
37m 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 Lake Delton, WI to Merrimac, WI covers 23.7 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Wisconsin Dells Parkway South, State Highway 136, State Highway 113. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.8 miles from Lake Delton, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.71 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 is a straightforward 37m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 12; WI 23 / Wisconsin Dells Parkway North): Navigation decision point; at 10.5 miles (CTH W / County Highway W): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 10.6 miles (US 12 BUS; CTH W / South Boulevard West): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Lake Delton, WI to Merrimac, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Ice Age National Scenic Trail.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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