Trip from Omro, WI to Kenosha, WI

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

2h 39m

Distance

130.1 mi

209 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min

4 AM

2h 29m ★

6 AM

2h 39m

8 AM

3h 0m

10 AM

2h 47m

12 PM

2h 45m

3 PM

2h 48m

5 PM

2h 59m

8 PM

2h 33m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Omro, WI

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city in and county seat of Kenosha County, Wisconsin and part of the Chicago metropolitan area, known as Chicagoland

Kenosha, WI

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Trip Overview

This 131-mile journey from Omro, Wisconsin, to Kenosha, Wisconsin, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 2 hours and 11 minutes. You'll primarily navigate via Highway 21 and Omro Road, eventually merging onto I-41 South for the latter portion of the drive. With a projected fuel cost of around $20, this route offers an economical option for a quick trip within the Midwest. The drive is characterized by its frequent turns, suggesting a more local and less highway-intensive experience. It's an ideal candidate for a straightforward day trip without the need for an overnight stay.

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

65.1 miles from Omro, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for much of this 131-mile trip. With a 0% highway share, you'll be spending your time on surface streets and county roads, including Highway 21 and Omro Road. This means you'll be making numerous turns, so staying attentive to navigation is key. While there isn't a specified longest uninterrupted stretch, the profile suggests a continuous engagement with local traffic and changing road conditions rather than long, monotonous stretches. The transition to I-41 South will offer a brief period of more consistent highway driving before reaching your destination.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 41 is the longest continuous segment at about 85.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and North-South Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.6 miles in near I 41; US 41.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 130.1 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: at 8.6 miles (I 41; US 41): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 93 miles (I 41; I 43; I 894; US 41 / Airport Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.3 miles (I 41; US 41): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

8.6 mi into trip | ~14m in | I 41; US 41

Merge onto I 41; US 41

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

93 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in | I 41; I 43; I 894; US 41 / Airport Freeway

Merge onto I 41; I 43; I 894; US 41 / Airport Freeway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

97.3 mi into trip | ~1h 55m in | I 41; US 41

Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41 toward I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 10B Toward I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago

121.9 mi into trip | ~2h 22m in

Take the exit toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, Burlington

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 340 Toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, Burlington

122.1 mi into trip | ~2h 23m in

Keep slight left at fork toward CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, Kenosha

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, K...

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Omro, WI and Kenosha, WI, road signs point toward Cth S: Kenosha, Burlington and Cth S East: Gateway Technical College.

Cth S: Kenosha

121.9 mi in | ~2h 22m

Burlington

121.9 mi in | ~2h 22m

Cth S East: Gateway Technical College

122.1 mi in | ~2h 23m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 41	85.8 mi	1h 36m
North-South Freeway	23.3 mi	25m
State Highway 21	6 mi	8m
Airport Freeway	4.3 mi	5m
Burlington Road	3.6 mi	6m
Washington Road	3.3 mi	7m
East Main Street	2.1 mi	4m
Sheridan Road	0.9 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 41 — 85.8 mi, about 1h 36m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Omro, WI and Kenosha, WI.

Start on WI 21

2.1 mi · 4 min · East Main Street

Continue on WI 21

6.0 mi · 8 min · State Highway 21

Enter roundabout onto WI 21

143 ft · 8 sec · Omro Road

Continue on WI 21

0.1 mi · 14 sec · Omro Road

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec

Toward I-41_South: Milwaukee

Merge onto I 41; US 41

84 mi · 1 hr 34 min · I 41; US 41

Use the straight lane.

Merge onto I 41; I 43; I 894; US 41

4.3 mi · 5 min · Airport Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41

1.3 mi · 1 min · I 41; US 41

Exit 10B Toward I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 41; I 94; US 41

23 mi · 25 min · North-South Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Exit 340 Toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, Burlington Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

199 ft · 6 sec

Toward CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, Kenosha

Turn left onto WI 142

3.6 mi · 6 min · Burlington Road

Use the straight lane.

Continue on CTH S

3.3 mi · 7 min · Washington Road

Turn right onto WI 32

0.9 mi · 1 min · Sheridan Road

Turn left onto 54th Street

305 ft · 14 sec · 54th Street

Turn right onto 8th Avenue

0.1 mi · 31 sec · 8th Avenue

Turn right onto 56th Street

43 ft · 1 sec · 56th Street

Arrive at destination

56th Street

Trip Plan

Given the manageable 2-hour and 11-minute duration for this 131-mile route, you have plenty of flexibility for departure time. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid peak rush hour traffic in either Omro or Kenosha. Since this is a 'turn-heavy local drive' with no designated stops in the data, plan to make your own breaks as needed, perhaps before merging onto I-41 South. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $20, and plan a stop if your gauge is low. A practical tip: ensure your GPS is set to avoid highways if you prefer to stick to the local road experience for the entire journey.

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 65.1 miles from Omro, WI, or about 1h 17m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.8 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 29 miles or 37m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 65.1 miles or 1h 17m 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 5m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kenosha, WI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Omro, 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 Omro, WI

This is one driving day of about 130.1 miles and 2h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Omro, 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 41 for about 85.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 65.1 mi from Omro, WI · 1h 17m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Butler, WI

65 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

Fond du Lac, WI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Butler, WI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 65.1 miles from Omro, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 41 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85.8 miles.

Arriving in Kenosha, WI

The final approach into Kenosha, 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 Kenosha, WI.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$20.34 one way

$40.68 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 46 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$22.33	$44.66
premium	$4.89	$25.04	$50.07
diesel	$5.61	$28.72	$57.45

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 45.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	39	$13.66	$6.24
Efficient EV	32.5	$11.38	$5.20
EV Truck/SUV	52	$18.21	$8.33

Gas CO2

46 kg

EV CO2

15 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Omro, WI

Late night in Omro on Thursday

Local time

1:03 AM

CDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Kenosha, WI

Late night in Kenosha on Thursday

Local time

1:03 AM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

47°F

Butler, WI

65 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

6 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 39m 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 Omro, WI to Kenosha, WI covers 130.1 miles and takes about 2h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 41, North-South Freeway, State Highway 21. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 65.1 miles from Omro, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.34 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.

Between Omro, WI and Kenosha, WI, road signs point toward Cth S: Kenosha, Burlington and Cth S East: Gateway Technical College.

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Trip from Omro, WI to Kenosha, WI

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Kenosha, WI

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Omro, WI

Kenosha, WI

Same local time

6 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 39m on the road

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