Origin
Mukwonago, WI
Afternoon in Mukwonago on Thursday
Local time
1:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mukwonago, WI to Mequon, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
54m
Distance
38.8 mi
62 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mukwonago, WI
Tom Fisk
Mequon, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Mukwonago, WI to Mequon, WI covers 38.8 miles and takes about 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 43, Zoo Freeway, North Swan Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.5 miles on I 43. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.07 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 38.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 54m highway drive covering 38.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 43 and Zoo Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 16.5 miles on I 43.
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.
I 43 is the longest continuous segment at about 16.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 43 and Zoo Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Elmwood Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 38.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Elmwood Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 18.2 miles (US 45): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Elmwood Street
At end of road, turn left onto Elmwood Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
18.2 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
US 45
Take the exit onto US 45 toward I 41 North, US 45 North, I 894 West: Fond du Lac, Madison
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 61
Toward I 41 North, US 45 North, I 894 West: Fon...
7
32.6 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward WI 145
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 48
Toward WI 145
8
32.8 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WI 145 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward WI 145 North
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 Mukwonago, WI to Mequon, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Madison along the way.
Madison
18.2 mi in
|
~22m
|
via US 45
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 43 | 16.5 mi | 18m |
| Zoo Freeway | 13.8 mi | 18m |
| North Swan Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| North Rochester Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| North 124th Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Brown Deer Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| West County Line Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| North 107th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 43
— 16.5 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mukwonago, WI and Mequon, WI.
1
Start on Franklin Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
Franklin Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto Elmwood Street
13 ft
·
3 sec
·
Elmwood Street
3
Turn right
171 ft
·
7 sec
4
Turn slight left onto WI 83
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Rochester Street
5
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Merge onto I 43
16 mi
·
18 min
·
I 43
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Take the exit onto US 45
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
US 45
Exit 61
Toward I 41 North, US 45 North, I 894 West: Fond du Lac, Madison
8
Merge onto I 41; I 894; US 41; US 45
14 mi
·
18 min
·
Zoo Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 48
Toward WI 145
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
165 ft
·
4 sec
Toward WI 145 North
Use the right lane.
11
Turn right onto WI 145
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North 124th Street
Use the right lane.
12
Turn right onto WI 100
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Brown Deer Road
13
Turn left onto CTH F
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North 107th Street
14
Turn right onto West County Line Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West County Line Road
15
Turn left onto North Swan Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
North Swan Road
16
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
41 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.4 mi from Mukwonago, WI · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.4 miles from Mukwonago, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mequon, WI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Mequon, 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
$6.07 one way
$12.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.66 | $13.32 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.47 | $14.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.57 | $17.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.07 | $1.86 |
| Efficient EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Mequon, WI
Afternoon in Mequon on Thursday
Local time
1:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°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
1 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
54m 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 Mukwonago, WI to Mequon, WI covers 38.8 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 43, 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 19.4 miles from Mukwonago, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.07 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 short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 38.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Elmwood Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 18.2 miles (US 45): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Mukwonago, WI to Mequon, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Madison along the way.
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