Origin
Redgranite, WI
Night in Redgranite on Thursday
Local time
11:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Redgranite, WI to Silver Lake, WI
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
10m
Distance
6.7 mi
11 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 10m
★
6 AM
0h 11m
8 AM
0h 12m
10 AM
0h 11m
12 PM
0h 11m
3 PM
0h 11m
5 PM
0h 12m
8 PM
0h 10m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Redgranite, WI
Engin Akyurt
Silver Lake, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Redgranite, WI to Silver Lake, WI covers 6.7 miles and takes about 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 21, Bannerman Avenue, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 5.8 miles on State Highway 21. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.05 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 10m. Total distance: 6.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 10m highway drive covering 6.7 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 21 and Bannerman Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 5.8 miles on State Highway 21.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 4 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 21 is the longest continuous segment at about 5.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 21 and Bannerman Avenue. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WI 21; CTH E / Bannerman Avenue.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Redgranite, WI to Silver Lake, WI is easy. At 10m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: near the start (WI 21; CTH E / Bannerman Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
1 of 1 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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WI 21; CTH E / Bannerman Avenue
Turn right onto WI 21; CTH E / Bannerman Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 21 | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| Bannerman Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 21
— 5.8 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Redgranite, WI and Silver Lake, WI.
1
Start on Main Street
102 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto WI 21; CTH E
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Bannerman Avenue
3
Continue on WI 21; CTH EE
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 21
4
Arrive at destination
WI 21
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.05 one way
$2.09 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.15 | $2.30 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.29 | $2.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.48 | $2.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2 | 0 | $0.70 | $0.32 |
| Efficient EV | 1.7 | 0 | $0.59 | $0.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.94 | $0.43 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Silver Lake, WI
Night in Silver Lake on Thursday
Local time
11:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°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
11 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
10m 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 Redgranite, WI to Silver Lake, WI covers 6.7 miles and takes about 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 21, Bannerman Avenue, Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.3 miles from Redgranite, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.05 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.
The drive from Redgranite, WI to Silver Lake, WI is easy. At 10m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: near the start (WI 21; CTH E / Bannerman Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Redgranite, WI to Silver Lake, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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