Trip from Rib Mountain, WI to Racine, WI

Drive Time

4h 13m

Distance

211.1 mi

340 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$32

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

4h 1m ★

6 AM

4h 14m

8 AM

4h 40m

10 AM

4h 23m

12 PM

4h 20m

3 PM

4h 24m

5 PM

4h 39m

8 PM

4h 6m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Rib Mountain, WI

Tom Fisk

Racine, WI

Yan Krukau

Trip Overview

Spanning 211.1 miles across central and eastern Wisconsin, this drive typically takes about 4 hours and 13 minutes to complete. Because the route is straightforward and efficient, it works perfectly as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $32 for fuel to cover the journey. Navigating primarily via I-39, US-10, and I-41, you will transition from the heart of the Midwest to the lakefront regions of the state. It is a highly functional connection for those looking to traverse the state quickly, keeping you firmly within the Midwest region from start to finish.

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

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

105.5 miles from Rib Mountain, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 6m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 93% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will find yourself cruising at steady speeds for the majority of the journey, particularly during the longest stretch of 87.4 miles on I-41. The road maintains a consistent, efficient pace, minimizing the technical challenges often found on secondary local roads. While the interstate grind provides reliability and speed, the experience is defined by its uniformity rather than winding scenery. Expect a smooth, predictable ride that prioritizes getting you to Racine as quickly as possible.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 32 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 87.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and US 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in near I 39; US 51.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 211.1 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 2.1 miles (I 39; US 51): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.3 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 83.2 miles (US 45): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 27 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

2.1 mi into trip | ~6m in | I 39; US 51

Keep slight left at fork onto I 39; US 51 toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Stevens Point, Madison

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Stevens Point,...

32.3 mi into trip | ~40m in | US 10

Keep slight right at fork onto US 10 toward US 10 East: Appleton, Waupaca

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the none lane. Toward US 10 East: Appleton, Waupaca

83.2 mi into trip | ~1h 40m in | US 45

Keep slight right at fork onto US 45 toward US 45 South: Oshkosh

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 276 Toward US 45 South: Oshkosh

187.1 mi into trip | ~3h 38m in | I 41; US 41

Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41 toward I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes. Exit 10B Toward I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago

200.3 mi into trip | ~3h 54m in

Take the exit toward CTH K: Racine, Caledonia

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 329 Toward CTH K: Racine, Caledonia

Towns Along This Route

Between Rib Mountain, WI and Racine, WI, road signs point toward Waupaca, Appleton, Cth K: Racine and Caledonia.

Waupaca

31.9 mi in | ~39m | via US 10; WI 66

Appleton

31.9 mi in | ~39m | via US 10; WI 66

Cth K: Racine

200.3 mi in | ~3h 54m

Caledonia

200.3 mi in | ~3h 54m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 41	87.4 mi	1h 38m
US 10	51.3 mi	1h 1m
I 39	29.8 mi	32m
US 45	12.3 mi	14m
North-South Freeway	11.9 mi	13m
Northwestern Avenue	9 mi	15m
Airport Freeway	4.3 mi	5m
State Street	1 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 41 — 87.4 mi, about 1h 38m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Rib Mountain, WI and Racine, WI.

Start on this road

443 ft · 25 sec · this road

Turn right onto Camelia Lane

0.1 mi · 29 sec · Camelia Lane

Turn left onto Bellflower Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · Bellflower Street

Turn left onto Fern Lane

0.5 mi · 2 min · Fern Lane

Turn left onto Violet Lane

282 ft · 12 sec · Violet Lane

Continue on State Park Road

0.3 mi · 1 min · State Park Road

Continue on CTH N

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Rib Mountain Drive

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 47 sec

Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto US 51; WI 29

0.2 mi · 16 sec · US 51; WI 29

Keep slight left at fork onto I 39; US 51

22 mi · 24 min · I 39; US 51

Toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Stevens Point, Madison

Continue on I 39; US 10; US 51

7.4 mi · 7 min · I 39; US 10; US 51

Take the exit onto US 10; WI 66

0.4 mi · 57 sec · US 10; WI 66

Exit 158 Toward US 10 East, WI 66 West: Stevens Point, Waupaca, Appleton

Keep slight right at fork onto US 10

51 mi · 1 hr · US 10

Toward US 10 East: Appleton, Waupaca Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 45

12 mi · 14 min · US 45

Exit 276 Toward US 45 South: Oshkosh Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

1.1 mi · 1 min

Toward I 41 South: Milwaukee

Merge onto I 41; US 41

86 mi · 1 hr 36 min · I 41; US 41

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 41; I 43; I 894; US 41

4.3 mi · 5 min · Airport Freeway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41

1.3 mi · 1 min · I 41; US 41

Exit 10B Toward I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 41; I 94; US 41

12 mi · 13 min · North-South Freeway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 30 sec

Exit 329 Toward CTH K: Racine, Caledonia Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto CTH K

5.1 mi · 9 min · Northwestern Avenue

Use the left / straight lanes.

Enter roundabout onto WI 38

27 ft · 0 sec · Northwestern Avenue

Continue on WI 38

3.4 mi · 5 min · Northwestern Avenue

Use the none lane.

Enter roundabout onto WI 38

91 ft · 1 sec · Northwestern Avenue

Continue on WI 38

0.4 mi · 34 sec · Northwestern Avenue

Use the none lane.

Enter roundabout onto WI 38

72 ft · 4 sec · State Street

Continue on WI 38

1.0 mi · 1 min · State Street

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto WI 32

0.3 mi · 40 sec · Main Street

Turn right onto WI 20; WI 32

309 ft · 17 sec · 6th Street

Turn left onto Wisconsin Avenue

284 ft · 14 sec · Wisconsin Avenue

Turn left onto WI 20; WI 32

245 ft · 8 sec · 7th Street

Arrive at destination

WI 20; WI 32

Trip Plan

Since the drive is manageable in a single session, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the 4-hour and 13-minute travel time and keep your focus sharp. Because the vast majority of your route is on high-speed interstates, keep a close eye on traffic patterns during peak commuting hours to ensure your travel time remains consistent. Before you head out from Rib Mountain, ensure your fuel tank is ready for the $32 investment required to reach your destination. If you find yourself needing a rest, use the longest stretch on I-41 as your mid-point marker to identify convenient exit opportunities for a quick reset.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 105.5 miles from Rib Mountain, WI, or about 2h 6m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 87.4 miles.

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 1h 37m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 105.5 miles or 2h 6m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Racine, WI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Rib Mountain, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Rib Mountain, WI

This is one driving day of about 211.1 miles and 4h 13m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rib Mountain, WI.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 41 for about 87.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 105.5 mi from Rib Mountain, WI · 2h 6m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Waukegan, IL

106 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.

Pacing Suggestions

Rockford, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Waukegan, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 105.5 miles from Rib Mountain, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 41 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 87.4 miles.

Arriving in Racine, WI

The final approach into Racine, 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 Racine, WI.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$32.06 one way

$64.13 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 74 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$35.35	$70.69
premium	$4.80	$39.85	$79.70
diesel	$5.64	$46.90	$93.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$32

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$57–$82

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 73.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	63.3	0	$22.17	$10.13
Efficient EV	52.8	0	$18.47	$8.44
EV Truck/SUV	84.4	1	$29.55	$13.51

Gas CO2

74 kg

EV CO2

25 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Rib Mountain, WI

Evening in Rib Mountain on Sunday

Local time

6:45 PM

CDT

Current temp

42°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Racine, WI

Evening in Racine on Sunday

Local time

6:45 PM

CDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

1 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 13m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Rib Mountain, WI to Racine, WI covers 211.1 miles and takes about 4h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 41, US 10, I 39. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 105.5 miles from Rib Mountain, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.06 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Between Rib Mountain, WI and Racine, WI, road signs point toward Waupaca, Appleton, Cth K: Racine and Caledonia.

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Trip from Rib Mountain, WI to Racine, WI

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Racine, WI

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Rib Mountain, WI

Racine, WI

Same local time

1 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 13m on the road

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