Origin
Oconto, WI
Morning in Oconto on Saturday
Local time
10:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oconto, WI to Wauwatosa, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 57m
Distance
151.4 mi
244 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 47m
★
6 AM
2h 58m
8 AM
3h 20m
10 AM
3h 6m
12 PM
3h 3m
3 PM
3h 7m
5 PM
3h 19m
8 PM
2h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oconto, WI
Tom Fisk
Wauwatosa, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Oconto, WI to Wauwatosa, WI covers 151.4 miles and takes about 2h 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 43, US 41 Business, West State Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 117.7 miles on I 43. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.56 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
75.7 miles from Oconto, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 57m. Total distance: 151.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 57m highway drive covering 151.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 43 and US 41 Business. The longest continuous stretch is about 117.7 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 15 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 117.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 43 and US 41 Business. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CTH Y / Main Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 57m drive. You will face about 10 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 (CTH Y / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 41 BUS / Brazeau Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 28 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CTH Y / Main Street
Turn right onto CTH Y / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 41 BUS / Brazeau Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto US 41 BUS / Brazeau Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
28 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward I 43 South: Milwaukee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 170B
Toward I 43 South: Milwaukee
8
146.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 45m in
Take the exit toward Highland Avenue, 11th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 72E
Toward Highland Avenue, 11th Street
6
147.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 46m in
|
US 18 / West Highland Avenue
Turn right onto US 18 / West Highland Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 43 | 117.7 mi | 2h 9m |
| US 41 Business | 25.9 mi | 29m |
| West State Street | 2.7 mi | 7m |
| West Highland Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Smith Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Highland Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Brazeau Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 43
— 117.7 mi, about 2h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oconto, WI and Wauwatosa, WI.
1
Start on CTH S
89 ft
·
7 sec
·
Park Avenue
2
Turn right onto CTH Y
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto Chicago Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Chicago Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 41 BUS
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Brazeau Avenue
5
Continue on US 41 BUS
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Smith Avenue
6
Take the ramp onto US 41 Business
26 mi
·
29 min
·
US 41 Business
Toward US 41 South: Green Bay, Appleton
7
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 170B
Toward I 43 South: Milwaukee
8
Continue on I 43
118 mi
·
2 hr 9 min
·
I 43
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 72E
Toward Highland Avenue, 11th Street
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn right onto US 18
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Highland Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on US 18
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Highland Boulevard
12
Turn left onto US 18
276 ft
·
8 sec
·
North 35th Street
13
Turn right onto West Linden Place
120 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Linden Place
14
Turn straight onto West State Street
2.7 mi
·
7 min
·
West State Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
West State Street
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 75.7 miles from Oconto, WI, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 117.7 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 33 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.7 miles or 1h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wauwatosa, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Oconto, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Oconto, WI
This is one driving day of about 151.4 miles and 2h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Oconto, 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 43 for about 117.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 75.7 mi from Oconto, WI · 1h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 75.7 miles from Oconto, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 43 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 117.7 miles.
Arriving in Wauwatosa, WI
The final approach into Wauwatosa, WI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Wauwatosa, WI.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.56 one way
$41.13 round trip
$3.45/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.85 | $22.95 | $45.90 |
| premium | $4.15 | $24.74 | $49.47 |
| diesel | $3.75 | $22.35 | $44.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.4 | 0 | $15.90 | $7.27 |
| Efficient EV | 37.9 | 0 | $13.25 | $6.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.6 | 0 | $21.20 | $9.69 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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
Wauwatosa, WI
Morning in Wauwatosa on Saturday
Local time
10:47 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
16 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
2h 57m 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 Oconto, WI to Wauwatosa, WI covers 151.4 miles and takes about 2h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 43, US 41 Business, West State Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 75.7 miles from Oconto, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.56 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 57m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CTH Y / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 41 BUS / Brazeau Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 28 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Oconto, WI to Wauwatosa, 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. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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