Origin
Lakewood, WI
Morning in Lakewood on Saturday
Local time
11:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lakewood, WI to Underhill, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
36.6 mi
59 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lakewood, WI
Tom Fisk
Underhill, WI
cottonbro studio
Trip Overview
The drive from Lakewood, WI to Underhill, WI covers 36.6 miles and takes about 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 32, County Road R, County Road VV for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.1 miles on State Highway 32. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.72 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 36.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 57m highway drive covering 36.6 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 32 and County Road R. The longest continuous stretch is about 23.1 miles on State Highway 32.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 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 23.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 32 and County Road R. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 23.5 miles in near CTH M; CTH R / County Road M.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lakewood, WI to Underhill, WI is easy. At 57m with 63% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 23.5 miles (CTH M; CTH R / County Road M): Navigation decision point; at 25.1 miles (CTH R / County Road R): Navigation decision point; at 32.9 miles (CTH VV / County Road VV): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
23.5 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
CTH M; CTH R / County Road M
Turn right onto CTH M; CTH R / County Road M
Navigation decision point
4
25.1 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
CTH R / County Road R
Turn left onto CTH R / County Road R
Navigation decision point
4
32.9 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
CTH VV / County Road VV
Turn left onto CTH VV / County Road VV
Navigation decision point
4
36.4 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
Cardinal Road
Turn left onto Cardinal Road
Navigation decision point
5
36.6 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
Downtown Lane
Turn right onto Downtown Lane
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 32 | 23.1 mi | 34m |
| County Road R | 7.8 mi | 10m |
| County Road VV | 3.5 mi | 8m |
| County Road M | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Red Banks Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Cardinal Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Downtown Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 32
— 23.1 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakewood, WI and Underhill, WI.
1
Start on WI 32
23 mi
·
34 min
·
State Highway 32
2
Turn right onto CTH R
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Red Banks Road
3
Turn right onto CTH M; CTH R
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road M
4
Turn left onto CTH R
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
County Road R
5
Turn left onto CTH VV
3.5 mi
·
8 min
·
County Road VV
6
Turn left onto Cardinal Road
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Cardinal Road
7
Turn right onto Downtown Lane
44 ft
·
1 sec
·
Downtown Lane
8
Arrive at destination
Downtown Lane
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.3 mi from Lakewood, WI · 27m 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 36.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.3 miles from Lakewood, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Underhill, WI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Underhill, 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
$5.72 one way
$11.44 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.28 | $12.57 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.04 | $14.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.08 | $16.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.8 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 | 11 | 0 | $3.84 | $1.76 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.20 | $1.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.12 | $2.34 |
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
Underhill, WI
Morning in Underhill on Saturday
Local time
11:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
37°F
Townsend, WI
18 mi in
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
30 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
57m 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 Lakewood, WI to Underhill, WI covers 36.6 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 32, County Road R, County Road VV. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.3 miles from Lakewood, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.72 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 Lakewood, WI to Underhill, WI is easy. At 57m with 63% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 23.5 miles (CTH M; CTH R / County Road M): Navigation decision point; at 25.1 miles (CTH R / County Road R): Navigation decision point; at 32.9 miles (CTH VV / County Road VV): Navigation decision point.
The route from Lakewood, WI to Underhill, 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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