Origin
Medary, WI
Night in Medary on Wednesday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Medary, WI to Midway, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
10m
Distance
6.8 mi
11 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 10m
★
6 AM
0h 11m
8 AM
0h 13m
10 AM
0h 12m
12 PM
0h 11m
3 PM
0h 12m
5 PM
0h 13m
8 PM
0h 10m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Medary, WI
Tom Fisk
Midway, WI
Ali Soheil
Trip Overview
This short 6.8-mile drive from Medary to Midway, Wisconsin, is a quick 10-minute trip. It’s a straightforward journey, making it perfect for a day trip or even just a quick hop between destinations within the Midwest. With a minimal fuel cost of around $1, this route won't break the bank. The drive is primarily on main highways, offering a smooth and efficient experience. You'll find this route works best as a single-day excursion due to its brevity.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
3.4 miles from Medary, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 73% of the route being on main roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 4.3 miles on WI 157. You'll navigate using a combination of WI 157, County Road OT, and WI 16. This route offers a consistent driving experience, largely on well-maintained highways, minimizing the need for complex navigation or slow-downs.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
WI 157 is the longest continuous segment at about 4.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WI 157 and County Road OT. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Sunset Lane.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 10m drive. You will face about 5 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 (Sunset Lane): Navigation decision point; near the start (Frontage Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (WI 16; CTH B): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Sunset Lane
Turn right onto Sunset Lane
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Frontage Road
Turn right onto Frontage Road
Navigation decision point
3
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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WI 16; CTH B
Turn right onto WI 16; CTH B
Navigation decision point
3
5.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
5.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WI 157 | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| County Road OT | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| WI 16 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| County Highway OT | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Frontage Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Sunset Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
WI 157
— 4.3 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Medary, WI and Midway, WI.
1
Start on this road
145 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Sunset Lane
91 ft
·
5 sec
·
Sunset Lane
3
Turn right onto Frontage Road
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Frontage Road
4
Turn right onto WI 16; CTH B
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
WI 16; CTH B
5
Turn slight left
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
6
Turn left onto WI 157
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
WI 157
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
8
Keep slight left at fork
121 ft
·
3 sec
9
Turn left onto CTH OT
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
County Highway OT
10
Continue on CTH OT
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road OT
11
Continue on CTH OT; CTH XX
428 ft
·
8 sec
·
County Road OT
12
Arrive at destination
CTH OT; CTH XX
Trip Plan
Given the short 10-minute duration and 6.8-mile distance, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can easily depart at any time of day without needing to worry about splitting the drive. With a fuel cost estimated at just $1, you won't need to plan extensive fuel stops. Keep an eye out for transitions between WI 157, County Road OT, and WI 16 as you make your way to Midway.
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 3.4 miles from Medary, WI, or about 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.3 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 6.8 miles or 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.4 miles or 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Midway, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Medary, WI.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Medary, WI
This is one driving day of about 6.8 miles and 10m.
At 6.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on WI 157 for about 4.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.4 mi from Medary, WI · 5m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 6.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.4 miles from Medary, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Midway, WI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Midway, 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
$1.06 one way
$2.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.17 | $2.33 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.31 | $2.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.50 | $3.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2 | 0 | $0.71 | $0.33 |
| Efficient EV | 1.7 | 0 | $0.60 | $0.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.95 | $0.44 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Midway, WI
Night in Midway on Wednesday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°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
10m 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 Medary, WI to Midway, WI covers 6.8 miles and takes about 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are WI 157, County Road OT, WI 16. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.4 miles from Medary, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.06 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 10m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Sunset Lane): Navigation decision point; near the start (Frontage Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (WI 16; CTH B): Navigation decision point.
The route from Medary, WI to Midway, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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