Origin
Mequon, WI
Evening in Mequon on Thursday
Local time
7:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mequon, WI to Delavan, WI
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
61.6 mi
99 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mequon, WI
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Delavan, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Mequon, WI to Delavan, WI covers 61.6 miles and takes about 1h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 45, Zoo Freeway, North Swan Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 39.5 miles on US 45. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.63 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 61.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 19m highway drive covering 61.6 miles, with most of the trip on US 45 and Zoo Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 39.5 miles on US 45.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 45 is the longest continuous segment at about 39.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 45 and Zoo Freeway. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Swan Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 61.6 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles (North Swan Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.5 miles (I 41; US 41; US 45; WI 100 / Zoo Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Swan Road
At end of road, turn right onto North Swan Road
Navigation decision point
6
6.1 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the ramp toward I 41 South, US 45
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 41 South, US 45
5
6.5 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 41; US 41; US 45; WI 100 / Zoo Freeway
Merge onto I 41; US 41; US 45; WI 100 / Zoo Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
20.2 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
US 45
Take the exit onto US 45 toward I 43 South, US 45 South: Beloit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 4
Toward I 43 South, US 45 South: Beloit
5
59.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward WI 50: Delavan
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 21
Toward WI 50: Delavan
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 45 | 39.5 mi | 42m |
| Zoo Freeway | 13.7 mi | 18m |
| North Swan Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| North 124th Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Brown Deer Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| West County Line Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| North 107th Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East Geneva Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 45
— 39.5 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mequon, WI and Delavan, WI.
1
Start on this road
0.1 mi
·
43 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto North Swan Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
North Swan Road
3
Turn right onto West County Line Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West County Line Road
4
Turn left onto CTH F
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North 107th Street
5
Turn right onto WI 100
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Brown Deer Road
6
Turn left onto WI 145
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North 124th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 41 South, US 45
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 41; US 41; US 45; WI 100
14 mi
·
18 min
·
Zoo Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto US 45
40 mi
·
42 min
·
US 45
Exit 4
Toward I 43 South, US 45 South: Beloit
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 21
Toward WI 50: Delavan
11
Turn right onto WI 50
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East Geneva Street
12
Turn slight right
217 ft
·
3 sec
13
Turn slight right onto South 7th Street
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
South 7th Street
14
Turn left onto East Washington Street
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
East Washington Street
15
Turn right onto South 4th Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
South 4th Street
16
Turn right onto WI 11; CTH O
30 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Walworth Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
WI 11; CTH O
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.8 mi from Mequon, WI · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.8 miles from Mequon, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Delavan, WI
The final approach into Delavan, WI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.63 one way
$19.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.57 | $21.15 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.85 | $23.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.60 | $27.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.47 | $2.96 |
| Efficient EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.39 | $2.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.62 | $3.94 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Delavan, WI
Evening in Delavan on Thursday
Local time
7:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°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
22 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 19m 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 Mequon, WI to Delavan, WI covers 61.6 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 45, Zoo Freeway, North Swan Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.8 miles from Mequon, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.63 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 61.6 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles (North Swan Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.5 miles (I 41; US 41; US 45; WI 100 / Zoo Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Mequon, WI to Delavan, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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