Origin
Pensaukee, WI
Night in Pensaukee on Friday
Local time
11:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
64.7 mi
104 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pensaukee, WI
Tom Fisk
Lakewood, WI
Tom Fisk
Pensaukee to Lakewood is 64.7 miles and takes about 1 hour 29 minutes via US 141 and State Highways 64 & 32, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Wisconsin, transitioning from the Midwest region. It's a pretty straightforward trip, mostly on well-maintained highways, making it a good option if you're looking for a short, uncomplicated journey. You'll likely find this route to be efficient for getting from point A to point B without much fuss.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 64.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
This is a highway-focused drive, with 96% of the route utilizing major roads like US 141, State Highway 64, and State Highway 32. You'll experience a significant stretch of 22.8 miles on US 141 without interruption, indicating longer, more consistent driving segments. The character of the drive remains largely consistent due to the high highway share, suggesting minimal changes in road type or speed limits. Expect a steady pace for most of the 1 hour and 29 minute journey.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 141 and State Highway 64. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 6.8 miles in.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Pensaukee, WI to Lakewood, WI is easy. At 1h 29m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 30 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.3 miles (WI 64 / State Highway 64): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward US 141 North: Iron Mountain
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Take the exit toward WI 64, US 141 Business: Antigo, Marinette
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Enter roundabout onto WI 64 / State Highway 64
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Enter roundabout onto WI 64; US 141 BUS / State Highway 64
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
At end of road, turn right onto WI 32; WI 64 / State Highway 32
Navigation decision point
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Pensaukee, WI to Lakewood, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Marinette along the way.
Marinette
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 141 | 22.8 mi | 26m |
| State Highway 64 | 20.3 mi | 30m |
| State Highway 32 | 14.1 mi | 20m |
| US 41 | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| County Highway SS | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| County Highway S | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Pensaukee, WI and Lakewood, WI.
Start on CTH S
Continue on CTH SS
Turn left onto US 41
Take the exit
Merge onto US 141
Take the exit
Enter roundabout onto WI 64
Continue on WI 64
Enter roundabout onto WI 64; US 141 BUS
Continue on WI 64; US 141 BUS
At end of road, turn right onto WI 32; WI 64
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.3 mi from Pensaukee, WI · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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.
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 32.3 miles from Pensaukee, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Lakewood, 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.
Regular Gas
$10.12 one way
$20.23 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.11 | $22.21 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.45 | $24.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.28 | $28.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.79 | $3.11 |
| Efficient EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.66 | $2.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.9 | 0 | $9.06 | $4.14 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Pensaukee on Friday
Local time
11:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Lakewood on Friday
Local time
11:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
38°F
Pound, WI
32 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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