Origin
New Holstein, WI
Evening in New Holstein on Thursday
Local time
8:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Holstein, WI to West Allis, WI
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 42m
Distance
73.2 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 34m
★
6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 57m
8 PM
1h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Holstein, WI
Matthis Volquardsen
West Allis, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from New Holstein, WI to West Allis, WI covers 73.2 miles and takes about 1h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 57, WI 32, East-West Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 58.9 miles on State Highway 57. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.44 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.6 miles from New Holstein, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 42m. Total distance: 73.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 42m highway drive covering 73.2 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 57 and WI 32. The longest continuous stretch is about 58.9 miles on State Highway 57.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 58.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 57 and WI 32. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WI 32; WI 57 / Milwaukee Drive.
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 73.2 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (WI 32; WI 57 / Milwaukee Drive): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3.7 miles (WI 32; WI 57 / Fremont Street): Navigation decision point; at 67.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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WI 32; WI 57 / Milwaukee Drive
Turn sharp left onto WI 32; WI 57 / Milwaukee Drive
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
3.7 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
WI 32; WI 57 / Fremont Street
At end of road, turn left onto WI 32; WI 57 / Fremont Street
Navigation decision point
7
67.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward I 94 West: Madison
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 72D
Toward I 94 West: Madison
5
68.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
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I 94 / East-West Freeway
Merge onto I 94 / East-West Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
71.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
Take the exit toward 68th Street, 70th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 307A
Toward 68th Street, 70th Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 57 | 58.9 mi | 1h 18m |
| WI 32 | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| East-West Freeway | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Milwaukee Drive | 3 mi | 4m |
| South 76th Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| North Mill Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Fremont Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West O'Connor Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 57
— 58.9 mi, about 1h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Holstein, WI and West Allis, WI.
1
Start on CTH X
82 ft
·
9 sec
·
Wisconsin Avenue
2
Turn sharp left onto WI 32; WI 57
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Milwaukee Drive
3
Continue on WI 32; WI 57
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Calumet Avenue
4
Turn slight right onto WI 32; WI 57
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
7th Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto WI 32; WI 57
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Fremont Street
6
Turn right onto WI 32; WI 57
449 ft
·
7 sec
·
South 1st Street
7
Turn slight left onto WI 32; WI 57
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
East Water Street
8
Enter roundabout onto WI 32; WI 57
143 ft
·
2 sec
·
WI 32; WI 57
9
Continue on WI 32; WI 57
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
WI 32; WI 57
10
Keep slight right at fork onto WI 57
15 mi
·
22 min
·
State Highway 57
11
Continue on WI 28; WI 57
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Mill Street
12
Continue on WI 57
44 mi
·
56 min
·
State Highway 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 72D
Toward I 94 West: Madison
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 94
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
East-West Freeway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 307A
Toward 68th Street, 70th Street
16
Continue on West O'Connor Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West O'Connor Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17
Continue on West O'Connor Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
West O'Connor Street
18
Turn left onto South 76th Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South 76th Street
19
Turn left onto WI 59
67 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Greenfield Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
WI 59
Trip Plan
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 36.6 miles from New Holstein, WI, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.9 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 16 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.6 miles or 52m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Allis, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving New Holstein, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from New Holstein, WI
This is one driving day of about 73.2 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from New Holstein, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 57 for about 58.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.6 mi from New Holstein, WI · 52m into the drive
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 36.6 miles from New Holstein, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in West Allis, WI
The final approach into West Allis, 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
$11.44 one way
$22.89 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.57 | $25.13 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.09 | $28.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.16 | $32.32 |
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 | $7.69 | $3.51 |
| Efficient EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.41 | $2.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.3 | 0 | $10.25 | $4.68 |
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
West Allis, WI
Evening in West Allis on Thursday
Local time
8:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Port Washington, WI
37 mi in
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
12 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 42m 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 New Holstein, WI to West Allis, WI covers 73.2 miles and takes about 1h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 57, WI 32, East-West Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.6 miles from New Holstein, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.44 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 73.2 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (WI 32; WI 57 / Milwaukee Drive): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3.7 miles (WI 32; WI 57 / Fremont Street): Navigation decision point; at 67.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from New Holstein, WI to West Allis, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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