Drive Time
7h 8m
Distance
357.2 mi
575 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$54
one way
Photo: Tom Fisk
The drive from Randall, WI to Wauwatosa, WI covers 357.2 miles and takes about 7h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 94, US 53, 300th Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 232 miles on I 94. At current regular gas prices, budget about $54.26 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
178.6 miles from Randall, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 52m into the drive .
This is a 7h 8m highway drive covering 357.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 94 and US 53. The longest continuous stretch is about 232 miles on I 94.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and US 53. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 289.4 miles in near I 94.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 357.2 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 289.4 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 353.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 354.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94 toward I 94: Milwaukee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 41, I 894, US 45: Chicago, Fond du Lac
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward I 41 North, US 45 North: Fond du Lac
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Watertown Plank Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward Watertown Plank Road East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 232 mi | 4h 9m |
| US 53 | 58.8 mi | 1h 5m |
| 300th Avenue | 14.2 mi | 20m |
| State Highway 48 | 12.4 mi | 18m |
| County Road O | 11.3 mi | 25m |
| 22 1/2 Avenue | 7.9 mi | 11m |
| Knapp Avenue | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| 10th Street | 4.7 mi | 8m |
Step-by-step road directions between Randall, WI and Wauwatosa, WI.
Start on this road
Turn left onto Pleasant Prairie Road
Turn left onto CTH O
Continue on CTH O
Turn slight right onto CTH O
Turn straight onto WI 48
Continue on WI 48
Turn right onto WI 35; WI 48; CTH W
Turn left onto CTH W
At end of road, turn right onto CTH E
Turn left onto WI 48
Turn left onto US 63; WI 48
Continue on Elm Street
Continue on WI 48
Continue on WI 48
Enter roundabout onto WI 48
Continue on WI 48
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 53
Turn straight onto US 53
Enter roundabout onto US 53
Continue on US 53
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 94
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 41; US 41; US 45
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto West Watertown Plank Road
Continue on Harwood Avenue
Turn left onto WI 181
Turn right onto West Menomonee River Parkway
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 80 miles or 2h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 178.6 miles or 3h 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 5h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wauwatosa, WI than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Randall, 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.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Randall, WI
This is one driving day of about 357.2 miles and 7h 8m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 178.6 mi from Randall, WI · 3h 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
179 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 178.6 miles from Randall, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 232 miles.
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.
Regular Gas
$54.26 one way
$108.51 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $59.81 | $119.62 |
| premium | $4.80 | $67.43 | $134.86 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $79.36 | $158.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$54
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$79–$104
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 125 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 107.2 | 1 | $37.51 | $17.15 |
| Efficient EV | 89.3 | 1 | $31.25 | $14.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 142.9 | 1 | $50.01 | $22.86 |
Gas CO2
125 kg
EV CO2
42 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in Randall on Saturday
Local time
6:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
35°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Wauwatosa on Saturday
Local time
6:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
51°F
Loves Park, IL
179 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
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
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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