Origin
Stevens Point, WI
Late night in Stevens Point on Wednesday
Local time
5:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stevens Point, WI to Delafield, WI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 46m
Distance
151.5 mi
244 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 35m
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6 AM
2h 46m
8 AM
3h 8m
10 AM
2h 54m
12 PM
2h 52m
3 PM
2h 55m
5 PM
3h 7m
8 PM
2h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stevens Point, WI
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Delafield, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Stevens Point, WI to Delafield, WI covers 151.5 miles and takes about 2h 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 39, I 94, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 102.4 miles on I 39. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.69 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
75.7 miles from Stevens Point, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 46m highway drive covering 151.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 39 and I 94. The longest continuous stretch is about 102.4 miles on I 39.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 39 is the longest continuous segment at about 102.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 39 and I 94. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 51 BUS / Division Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 151.5 miles you will encounter 8 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 (US 51 BUS / Division Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 75.5 miles (I 39): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 105.1 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 51 BUS / Division Street
Turn left onto US 51 BUS / Division Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
75.5 mi into trip
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~1h 23m in
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I 39
Keep slight right at fork onto I 39
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
105.1 mi into trip
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~1h 55m in
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I 94
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94 toward I 94: Milwaukee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 138A
Toward I 94: Milwaukee
7
150.6 mi into trip
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~2h 44m in
Take the exit toward CTH C: Delafield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 285
Toward CTH C: Delafield
5
150.9 mi into trip
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~2h 45m in
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CTH C / County Highway C
Turn left onto CTH C / County Highway C
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 39 | 102.4 mi | 1h 49m |
| I 94 | 45.5 mi | 48m |
| Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Clark Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Genesee Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| County Highway C | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Division Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 39
— 102.4 mi, about 1h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stevens Point, WI and Delafield, WI.
1
Start on WI 66
64 ft
·
9 sec
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Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 51 BUS
394 ft
·
15 sec
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Division Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Turn left onto WI 66
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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Clark Street
4
Continue on WI 66
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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Main Street
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
6
Merge onto I 39; US 51
73 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
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I 39; US 51
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 39
30 mi
·
31 min
·
I 39
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
46 mi
·
48 min
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I 94
Exit 138A
Toward I 94: Milwaukee
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 285
Toward CTH C: Delafield
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto CTH C
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
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County Highway C
11
Continue on CTH C
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
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Genesee Street
12
Turn right onto Main Street
121 ft
·
3 sec
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Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 75.7 miles from Stevens Point, WI, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.4 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.7 miles or 1h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Delafield, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Stevens Point, 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 Stevens Point, WI
This is one driving day of about 151.5 miles and 2h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Stevens Point, 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 39 for about 102.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 75.7 mi from Stevens Point, WI · 1h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 75.7 miles from Stevens Point, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 39 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 102.4 miles.
Arriving in Delafield, WI
The final approach into Delafield, 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 Delafield, WI.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.69 one way
$47.37 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $26.01 | $52.01 |
| premium | $4.89 | $29.15 | $58.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.45 | $66.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.4 | 0 | $15.91 | $7.27 |
| Efficient EV | 37.9 | 0 | $13.26 | $6.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.6 | 0 | $21.21 | $9.70 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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.
Destination
Delafield, WI
Late night in Delafield on Wednesday
Local time
5:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°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
26 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
2h 46m 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 Stevens Point, WI to Delafield, WI covers 151.5 miles and takes about 2h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 39, I 94, 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 75.7 miles from Stevens Point, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.69 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 151.5 miles you will encounter 8 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 (US 51 BUS / Division Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 75.5 miles (I 39): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 105.1 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Stevens Point, WI to Delafield, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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