The drive from Milltown, WI to West Allis, WI covers 336.1 miles and takes about 6h 25m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 94, US 53, State Highway 48 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 232.9 miles on I 94.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $52.55 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
168 miles from Milltown, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 21m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 25m. Total distance: 336.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 25m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
This is a 6h 25m highway drive covering 336.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 94 and US 53. The longest continuous stretch is about 232.9 miles on I 94.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 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 232.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and US 53. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 2nd Avenue Southwest.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 336.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (2nd Avenue Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (WI 48 / West 1st Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 268.8 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|2nd Avenue Southwest
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue Southwest
Navigation decision point
6
4.1 mi into trip|~6m in|WI 48 / West 1st Avenue
Turn right onto WI 48 / West 1st Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
268.8 mi into trip|~5h 9m in|I 94
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94 toward I 94: Milwaukee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 138A
Toward I 94: Milwaukee
7
333.9 mi into trip|~6h 19m in
Take the exit toward WI 181: 84th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 306
Toward WI 181: 84th Street
8
334.8 mi into trip|~6h 21m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WI 181 South: 84th Street South, Milwaukee Mile Speedway, Pettit National Ice Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward WI 181 South: 84th Street South, Milwauk...
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
232.9 mi
4h 10m
US 53
58.8 mi
1h 5m
State Highway 48
21.4 mi
31m
22 1/2 Avenue
7.9 mi
11m
Knapp Avenue
5.8 mi
7m
State Highway 35
2.1 mi
3m
160th Street
1.9 mi
2m
East North Avenue
1.1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 232.9 mi, about 4h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milltown, WI and West Allis, WI.
1
Start on Bank Street
144 ft·8 sec·Bank Street
2
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue Southwest
343 ft·15 sec·2nd Avenue Southwest
3
Turn right onto WI 35; CTH G
1.3 mi·1 min·State Highway 35
4
Continue on WI 35
1.9 mi·2 min·160th Street
5
Continue on WI 35
0.9 mi·1 min·State Highway 35
6
Turn right onto WI 48
0.4 mi·58 sec·West 1st Avenue
Use the right lane.
7
Turn slight left onto WI 48
364 ft·6 sec·North 2nd Street
8
Continue on WI 48
1.1 mi·1 min·East North Avenue
9
Continue on WI 48
21 mi·31 min·State Highway 48
10
Turn left onto US 63; WI 48
1.0 mi·2 min·22 1/2 Avenue
11
Continue on Elm Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Elm Street
12
Continue on WI 48
6.9 mi·9 min·22 1/2 Avenue
13
Continue on WI 48
5.8 mi·7 min·Knapp Avenue
14
Enter roundabout onto WI 48
125 ft·1 sec·Knapp Avenue
15
Continue on WI 48
200 ft·3 sec·Knapp Avenue
16
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·53 sec
17
Merge onto US 53
58 mi·1 hr 4 min·US 53
18
Turn straight onto US 53
0.2 mi·20 sec·US 53
Toward US 53 South: Brackett
19
Enter roundabout onto US 53
378 ft·5 sec·US 53
20
Continue on US 53
441 ft·8 sec·US 53
21
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
22
Merge onto I 94
168 mi·2 hr 59 min·I 94
Use the straight lane.
23
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
65 mi·1 hr 10 min·I 94
Exit 138AToward I 94: MilwaukeeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 306Toward WI 181: 84th StreetUse the slight right lane.
25
Keep slight right at fork
192 ft·4 sec
Toward WI 181 South: 84th Street South, Milwaukee Mile Speedway, Pettit National Ice CenterUse the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Turn right onto WI 181
0.7 mi·1 min·South 84th Street
27
Turn left onto WI 59
0.5 mi·1 min·West Greenfield Avenue
Use the left lane.
28
Arrive at destination
WI 59
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 168 miles from Milltown, WI, or about 3h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 232.9 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 74 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 168 miles or 3h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Allis, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Milltown, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Milltown, WI
This is one driving day of about 336.1 miles and 6h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 miles from Milltown, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 232.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 168 mi from Milltown, WI
· 3h 21m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Ice Age National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Ice Age National Scenic Trail spans 1,200 miles, traverses some of Wisconsin's finest geologic and glacial features, and passes through the ancestral lands of 15 Tribes. The Trail is built, manage...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
Free
near mile 208.6
Caution: General Advisory — Flooding Possible
Caution: Averill–Kelly Creek Wilderness Segment — Dangerous Ford at New Wood River
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
100.8
1
$35.29
$16.13
Efficient EV
84
0
$29.41
$13.44
EV Truck/SUV
134.4
1
$47.05
$21.51
Gas CO2
118 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Milltown, WI
Late night
in Milltown on Saturday
Local time
5:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
West Allis, WI
Late night
in West Allis on Saturday
Local time
5:55 AM
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
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
6h 25m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Milltown, WI to West Allis, WI covers 336.1 miles and takes about 6h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, US 53, State Highway 48. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 168 miles from Milltown, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $52.55 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 336.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (2nd Avenue Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (WI 48 / West 1st Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 268.8 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Milltown, WI to West Allis, 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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
