Origin
Maple Bluff, WI
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12:33 PM
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Trip from Maple Bluff, WI to Wauwatosa, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 30m
Distance
73.3 mi
118 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maple Bluff, WI
Tom Fisk
Wauwatosa, WI
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Trip Overview
Maple Bluff to Wauwatosa is 73.3 miles and takes about 1h 30m via I 94 and WI 30, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive primarily within Wisconsin, connecting two points in the Midwest. With 90% of the route on highways, expect a relatively quick journey. This trip is ideal for a single-day excursion, offering efficiency for those looking to reach their destination without extensive travel time. Consider this a practical option for a short hop between cities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.7 miles from Maple Bluff, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 63.3 mi | 1h 8m |
| Aberg Avenue | 3 mi | 5m |
| WI 30 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| West Watertown Plank Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Zoo Freeway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Farwell Drive | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| North Sherman Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Harwood Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 63.3 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maple Bluff, WI and Wauwatosa, WI.
1
Start on Bay Avenue
129 ft
·
8 sec
·
Bay Avenue
2
Turn right onto Farwell Drive
123 ft
·
6 sec
·
Farwell Drive
3
Turn left onto Butternut Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Butternut Road
4
Continue on Farwell Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Farwell Drive
5
At end of road, turn right onto Lakewood Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Lakewood Boulevard
6
Turn left onto Fisk Place
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Fisk Place
7
At end of road, turn right onto Kensington Drive
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
·
Kensington Drive
8
Turn left onto Oxford Place
443 ft
·
24 sec
·
Oxford Place
9
Turn left onto North Sherman Avenue
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
North Sherman Avenue
10
Turn right onto Aberg Avenue
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Aberg Avenue
11
Continue on WI 30
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
WI 30
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 94
63 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 305A-B
Toward I 41, I 894, US 45: Chicago, Fond du Lac
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 305B
Toward I 41 North, US 45 North: Fond du Lac
Use the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto I 41; US 41; US 45
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Zoo Freeway
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 40A-B
Toward Watertown Plank Road
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 40A
Toward Watertown Plank Road East
Use the right lane.
18
Turn straight onto West Watertown Plank Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Watertown Plank Road
Use the left lane.
19
Continue on Harwood Avenue
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Harwood Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Turn left onto WI 181
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Harmonee Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
21
Turn right onto West Menomonee River Parkway
498 ft
·
21 sec
·
West Menomonee River Parkway
22
Arrive at destination
West State Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 1h 30m duration, this route offers a lot of flexibility for departure times. You can easily make this a same-day trip without needing to rush, and stops are not essential given the distance. The primary roads are well-maintained interstates, so keep an eye on traffic, especially as you approach the Milwaukee metropolitan area. With a fuel cost estimated at $11, filling up before you leave Maple Bluff should be sufficient. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 63.3 miles on I 94, so plan for that segment without needing frequent breaks.
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 36.7 miles from Maple Bluff, WI, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.3 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 16 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.7 miles or 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wauwatosa, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Maple Bluff, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Maple Bluff, WI
This is one driving day of about 73.3 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Maple Bluff, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 63.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.7 miles from Maple Bluff, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 69.6 and 73.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
69.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward I 41, I 894, US 45: Chicago, Fond du Lac
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 305A-B
Toward I 41, I 894, US 45: Chicago, Fond du Lac
9
70.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 41 North, US 45 North: Fond du Lac
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 305B
Toward I 41 North, US 45 North: Fond du Lac
7
71.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward Watertown Plank Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 40A-B
Toward Watertown Plank Road
9
71.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Watertown Plank Road East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 40A
Toward Watertown Plank Road East
6
73.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
|
WI 181 / Harmonee Avenue
Turn left onto WI 181 / Harmonee Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.46 one way
$22.92 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.58 | $25.16 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.11 | $28.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.18 | $32.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22 | 0 | $7.70 | $3.52 |
| Efficient EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.41 | $2.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.3 | 0 | $10.26 | $4.69 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Wauwatosa, WI
Afternoon in Wauwatosa on Saturday
Local time
12:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°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
19 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
1h 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?
This trip is largely a highway-focused drive, with 90% of the 73.3 miles spent on major thoroughfares like I 94. You'll experience extended stretches of high-speed travel, including a continuous segment of 63.3 miles on I 94. While Aberg Avenue and WI 30 play a role, the dominant character is that of interstate cruising. Expect a consistent driving experience for the majority of the journey, designed for directness rather than varied scenery. It's a route built for covering ground efficiently.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 94 is the longest continuous segment at about 63.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and Aberg Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 69.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.3 miles you will encounter 17 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 69.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Maple Bluff, WI to Wauwatosa, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Fond Du Lac along the way.
Fond Du Lac
69.6 mi in
|
~1h 22m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 73.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Maple Bluff, WI to Wauwatosa, WI covers 73.3 miles and takes about 1h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, Aberg Avenue, WI 30. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.7 miles from Maple Bluff, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.46 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 73.3 miles you will encounter 17 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 69.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Maple Bluff, WI to Wauwatosa, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Fond Du Lac along the way.
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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