Origin
Raymond, WI
Afternoon in Raymond on Friday
Local time
12:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Raymond, WI to Kenosha, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
38m
Distance
23.4 mi
38 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Raymond, WI
Tom Fisk
Kenosha, WI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion through Wisconsin, the 23.4-mile trip from Raymond to Kenosha is an ideal day trip. You can expect to spend about 38 minutes behind the wheel, making this a very manageable jaunt within the Midwest. With a fuel cost estimate of just $4, it is an economical choice for a short-term travel plan. Because of the short duration, you definitely do not need to worry about booking an overnight stay. This route is straightforward, efficient, and perfect for travelers who prefer to minimize time on the road while maximizing their time at the destination.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 38m. Total distance: 23.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (46%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving profile that transitions between local roads and faster highway segments. You will spend roughly 46% of your time on highways, primarily utilizing I-41, Burlington Road, and Washington Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 10.7-mile run on I-41, which allows for a steady pace before you transition onto secondary roads. Expect the character of the drive to shift as you move from the quieter areas near Raymond into the more developed outskirts of Kenosha. It balances the efficiency of interstate travel with the slower, more localized feel of regional Wisconsin roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 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 10.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CTH U / County Highway U.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 23.4 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CTH U / County Highway U): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (I 41; I 94; US 41): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 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
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CTH U / County Highway U
Turn right onto CTH U / County Highway U
Navigation decision point
5
4.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 41; I 94; US 41
Merge onto I 41; I 94; US 41
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
15.2 mi into trip
|
~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
7
15.4 mi into trip
|
~22m 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...
5
23.4 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
56th Street
Turn right onto 56th Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Raymond, WI and Kenosha, WI, road signs point toward Cth S: Kenosha, Burlington and Cth S East: Gateway Technical College.
Cth S: Kenosha
15.2 mi in
|
~22m
Burlington
15.2 mi in
|
~22m
Cth S East: Gateway Technical College
15.4 mi in
|
~22m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 41 | 10.7 mi | 11m |
| Burlington Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Washington Road | 3.3 mi | 7m |
| Northwestern Avenue | 3.1 mi | 7m |
| County Highway U | 1 mi | 2m |
| Sheridan Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 8th Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 54th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 10.7 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Raymond, WI and Kenosha, WI.
1
Start on West 5 Mile Road
67 ft
·
4 sec
·
West 5 Mile Road
2
Turn right onto CTH U
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
County Highway U
3
Turn left onto CTH K
3.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Northwestern Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 41; I 94; US 41
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 41; I 94; US 41
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 340
Toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, Burlington
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
199 ft
·
6 sec
Toward CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, Kenosha
8
Turn left onto WI 142
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Burlington Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on CTH S
3.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Washington Road
10
Turn right onto WI 32
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sheridan Road
11
Turn left onto 54th Street
305 ft
·
14 sec
·
54th Street
12
Turn right onto 8th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
8th Avenue
13
Turn right onto 56th Street
43 ft
·
1 sec
·
56th Street
14
Arrive at destination
56th Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.66 one way
$7.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.02 | $8.03 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.50 | $9.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.17 | $10.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7 | 0 | $2.46 | $1.12 |
| Efficient EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.05 | $0.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.28 | $1.50 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Afternoon in Kenosha on Friday
Local time
12:50 PM
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
15 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
38m 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 Raymond, WI to Kenosha, WI covers 23.4 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 41, Burlington Road, Washington Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.7 miles from Raymond, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.66 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 23.4 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CTH U / County Highway U): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (I 41; I 94; US 41): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Raymond, WI and Kenosha, WI, road signs point toward Cth S: Kenosha, Burlington and Cth S East: Gateway Technical College.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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