Origin
River Hills, WI
Morning in River Hills on Saturday
Local time
10:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from River Hills, WI to Kenosha, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
48.6 mi
78 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
River Hills, WI
Tom Fisk
Kenosha, WI
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Trip Overview
River Hills to Kenosha is 48.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 7 minutes via North-South Freeway, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Wisconsin, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the same region. It's a straightforward trip, primarily on a highway, making it a convenient option for a short journey or a segment of a larger road trip. Plan for a quick transit that requires minimal logistical planning, perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 48.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is heavily focused on highway driving, with 81% of the journey on high-speed roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 39.4 miles on the North-South Freeway, which forms the backbone of this trip. Expect a consistent driving pace for a substantial portion of your travel. The road character is predominantly that of a freeway, offering a direct and efficient path between your starting and ending points. This profile suggests a drive where maintaining speed is generally possible for extended periods.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North-South Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 39.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on North-South Freeway and Burlington Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Spruce Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.6 miles you will encounter 13 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 (North Spruce Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (WI 100 / West Brown Deer Road): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (I 43 / North-South Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Spruce Road
Turn right onto North Spruce Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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WI 100 / West Brown Deer Road
Turn right onto WI 100 / West Brown Deer Road
Navigation decision point
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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I 43 / North-South Freeway
Merge onto I 43 / North-South Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
40.4 mi into trip
|
~50m 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
40.6 mi into trip
|
~51m 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...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between River Hills, WI and Kenosha, WI, road signs point toward Wis 94 East, Chicago, Cth S: Kenosha, Burlington and Cth S East: Gateway Technical College.
Wis 94 East
16 mi in
|
~23m
|
via I 94
Chicago
16 mi in
|
~23m
|
via I 94
Cth S: Kenosha
40.4 mi in
|
~50m
Burlington
40.4 mi in
|
~50m
Cth S East: Gateway Technical College
40.6 mi in
|
~51m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North-South Freeway | 39.4 mi | 48m |
| Burlington Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Washington Road | 3.3 mi | 7m |
| Sheridan Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Brown Deer Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Spruce Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 8th Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 54th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North-South Freeway
— 39.4 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between River Hills, WI and Kenosha, WI.
1
Start on West Heather Lane
201 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Heather Lane
2
Turn right onto North Spruce Road
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
North Spruce Road
3
Turn right onto WI 100
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Brown Deer Road
4
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 94 East Alternate, I 43 South: Milwaukee
5
Merge onto I 43
15 mi
·
20 min
·
North-South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
North-South Freeway
7
Continue on I 94
24 mi
·
27 min
·
North-South Freeway
Exit 316-319
Toward WIS 94 East, US 41: Layton Ave, College Ave, Chicago
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 340
Toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, Burlington
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
199 ft
·
6 sec
Toward CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, Kenosha
10
Turn left onto WI 142
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Burlington Road
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on CTH S
3.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Washington Road
12
Turn right onto WI 32
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sheridan Road
13
Turn left onto 54th Street
305 ft
·
14 sec
·
54th Street
14
Turn right onto 8th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
8th Avenue
15
Turn right onto 56th Street
43 ft
·
1 sec
·
56th Street
16
Arrive at destination
56th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.3 mi from River Hills, WI · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.3 miles from River Hills, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kenosha, WI
The final approach into Kenosha, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.60 one way
$15.20 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.34 | $16.68 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.35 | $18.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.73 | $21.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.25 | $1.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.80 | $3.11 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Kenosha, WI
Morning in Kenosha on Saturday
Local time
10:21 AM
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
16 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
1h 7m 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 River Hills, WI to Kenosha, WI covers 48.6 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North-South Freeway, Burlington Road, Washington Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.3 miles from River Hills, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.60 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 48.6 miles you will encounter 13 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 (North Spruce Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (WI 100 / West Brown Deer Road): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (I 43 / North-South Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between River Hills, WI and Kenosha, WI, road signs point toward Wis 94 East, Chicago, 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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