Origin
Paris, WI
Morning in Paris on Thursday
Local time
6:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Paris, WI to Kenosha, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
23m
Distance
13.2 mi
21 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Paris, WI
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Kenosha, WI
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Trip Overview
This short, 13.2-mile drive from Paris to Kenosha, Wisconsin, will only take about 23 minutes to complete. It's a local road trip entirely within the Midwest region of Wisconsin, making it perfect for a quick excursion rather than an overnight stay. You'll primarily be on Burlington Road, Washington Road, and Sheridan Road, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $2, reflecting the short distance. This route offers a straightforward, turn-heavy experience ideal for a spontaneous trip or to connect two points efficiently.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 23m. Total distance: 13.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 13.2-mile journey. With 0% highway share, you'll be navigating local roads for the entire trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 8.9 miles on Burlington Road, offering a brief period of consistent travel before the route begins to change. The road profile suggests a dynamic driving experience with frequent turns, so stay alert and keep your focus on the road as you transition between Burlington Road, Washington Road, and Sheridan Road.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Burlington Road is the longest continuous segment at about 8.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WI 142 / Burlington Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 23m drive. You will face about 5 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 (WI 142 / Burlington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.1 miles (WI 32 / Sheridan Road): Navigation decision point; at 13 miles (54th Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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WI 142 / Burlington Road
Depart onto WI 142 / Burlington Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
3
12.1 mi into trip
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~20m in
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WI 32 / Sheridan Road
Turn right onto WI 32 / Sheridan Road
Navigation decision point
4
13 mi into trip
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~22m in
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54th Street
Turn left onto 54th Street
Navigation decision point
4
13.1 mi into trip
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~22m in
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8th Avenue
Turn right onto 8th Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
13.2 mi into trip
|
~23m in
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56th Street
Turn right onto 56th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Burlington Road | 8.9 mi | 13m |
| Washington Road | 3.3 mi | 7m |
| Sheridan Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 8th Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 54th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 56th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Burlington Road
— 8.9 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paris, WI and Kenosha, WI.
1
Start on WI 142
8.9 mi
·
13 min
·
Burlington Road
Use the straight lane.
2
Continue on CTH S
3.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Washington Road
3
Turn right onto WI 32
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sheridan Road
4
Turn left onto 54th Street
305 ft
·
14 sec
·
54th Street
5
Turn right onto 8th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
8th Avenue
6
Turn right onto 56th Street
43 ft
·
1 sec
·
56th Street
7
Arrive at destination
56th Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.06 one way
$4.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.27 | $4.53 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.54 | $5.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.91 | $5.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4 | 0 | $1.39 | $0.63 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.85 | $0.84 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Kenosha, WI
Morning in Kenosha on Thursday
Local time
6:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
14 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
23m 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 Paris, WI to Kenosha, WI covers 13.2 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Burlington Road, Washington Road, Sheridan Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.6 miles from Paris, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.06 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 straightforward 23m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WI 142 / Burlington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.1 miles (WI 32 / Sheridan Road): Navigation decision point; at 13 miles (54th Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Paris, WI to Kenosha, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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