Origin
Sanborn, WI
Morning in Sanborn on Friday
Local time
10:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Sanborn, WI to Wauwatosa, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 32m
Distance
331 mi
533 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 19m
★
6 AM
5h 32m
8 AM
5h 59m
10 AM
5h 41m
12 PM
5h 39m
3 PM
5h 43m
5 PM
5h 57m
8 PM
5h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sanborn, WI
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Wauwatosa, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Sanborn, WI to Wauwatosa, WI covers 331 miles and takes about 5h 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Petrin Road, Highway 112, Highway 13 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $51.75 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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
165.5 miles from Sanborn, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 46m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 32m. Total distance: 331 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 32m drive with frequent turns across 331 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Petrin Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 32m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Sanborn, WI to Wauwatosa, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Petrin Road | — | — |
| Highway 112 | — | — |
| Highway 13 | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
| West Broadway | — | — |
| North 5th Street | — | — |
| 4th Avenue North | — | — |
| 4th Ave S | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Petrin Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sanborn, WI and Wauwatosa, WI.
1
Start on County Road E
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road E
2
Turn right onto Petrin Road
259 ft
·
13 sec
·
Petrin Road
3
Turn straight onto State Highway 112
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 112
4
Turn right onto State Highway 13
13 mi
·
17 min
·
State Highway 13
5
Continue on North Main Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
6
Continue on State Highway 13
14 mi
·
19 min
·
State Highway 13
7
Continue on West Broadway
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway
8
Continue on State Highway 13
8.9 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 13
9
Continue on North 5th Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North 5th Street
10
Continue on State Highway 13
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 13
11
Continue on 4th Avenue North
3.0 mi
·
6 min
·
4th Avenue North
12
Continue on 4th Ave S
374 ft
·
6 sec
·
4th Ave S
13
Continue on State Highway 13
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 13
14
Continue on Flambeau Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Flambeau Avenue
15
Continue on State Highway 13
12 mi
·
16 min
·
State Highway 13
16
Continue on North Lake Avenue
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
North Lake Avenue
17
Continue on State Highway 13
11 mi
·
14 min
·
State Highway 13
18
Turn straight
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
19
Turn left
32 mi
·
45 min
20
Take the exit right
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
21
Merge slight left
46 mi
·
53 min
22
Keep slight left to continue on I 39 South, US 51 South: Stevens Point, Madison
22 mi
·
24 min
·
I 39 South, US 51 South: Stevens Point, Madison
23
Continue straight
7.4 mi
·
7 min
24
Take the exit slight right toward US 10 East, WI 66 West: Stevens Point, Waupaca, Appleton
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
US 10 East, WI 66 West: Stevens Point, Waupaca, Appleton
25
Keep slight right to continue on US 10 East: Appleton, Waupaca
51 mi
·
1 hr
·
US 10 East: Appleton, Waupaca
26
Keep slight right to continue on US 45 South: Oshkosh
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US 45 South: Oshkosh
27
Take the exit slight left toward I 41 South: Milwaukee
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 41 South: Milwaukee
28
Merge slight left
80 mi
·
1 hr 27 min
29
Take the exit slight right toward Watertown Plank Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Watertown Plank Road
30
Keep slight left to continue on Watertown Plank Road East
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Watertown Plank Road East
31
Turn straight onto West Watertown Plank Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Watertown Plank Road
32
Continue on Harwood Avenue
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Harwood Avenue
33
Turn left onto Harmonee Avenue
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Harmonee Avenue
34
Turn right onto West Menomonee River Parkway
499 ft
·
21 sec
·
West Menomonee River Parkway
35
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 165.5 miles from Sanborn, WI, or about 2h 46m into the drive.
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 73 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 165.5 miles or 2h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wauwatosa, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sanborn, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Sanborn, WI
This is one driving day of about 331 miles and 5h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 73 miles from Sanborn, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 165.5 mi from Sanborn, WI · 2h 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
166 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 73 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 165.5 miles from Sanborn, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Wauwatosa, WI
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$51.75 one way
$103.50 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
116 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $56.82 | $113.63 |
| premium | $4.89 | $63.70 | $127.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $73.08 | $146.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$52
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 115.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 99.3 | 1 | $34.75 | $15.89 |
| Efficient EV | 82.8 | 0 | $28.96 | $13.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 132.4 | 1 | $46.34 | $21.18 |
Gas CO2
116 kg
EV CO2
39 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.
Destination
Wauwatosa, WI
Morning in Wauwatosa on Friday
Local time
10:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°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
13 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
5h 32m 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 Sanborn, WI to Wauwatosa, WI covers 331 miles and takes about 5h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Petrin Road, Highway 112, Highway 13. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 165.5 miles from Sanborn, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $51.75 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.
This is a straightforward 5h 32m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Sanborn, WI to Wauwatosa, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Sanborn, WI to Wauwatosa, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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