Origin
Stevens Point, WI
Late night in Stevens Point on Wednesday
Local time
3:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stevens Point, WI to Racine, WI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 38m
Distance
181.1 mi
291 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 26m
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6 AM
3h 39m
8 AM
4h 4m
10 AM
3h 48m
12 PM
3h 45m
3 PM
3h 49m
5 PM
4h 3m
8 PM
3h 31m
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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Racine, WI
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Trip Overview
This 181.1-mile drive from Stevens Point, WI to Racine, WI is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 38 minutes. With 91% of the route on highways, primarily I-41 and US Highway 10, you'll find it a practical option for a quick journey between two points in the Midwest. The estimated fuel cost is around $28, making it an economical choice. This route is designed for efficient travel, so if you're looking for a direct path with minimal fuss, this is a solid option for a day trip.
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
90.5 miles from Stevens Point, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 48m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a largely highway-focused experience on this 181.1-mile route, with 91% of your travel taking place on major roadways like I-41 and US-45. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 87.4 miles on I-41, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent speed. While the profile is primarily highway, the inclusion of US Highway 10 and US 45 might offer slight variations in scenery and traffic patterns compared to a pure interstate experience. Overall, this drive prioritizes getting you from point A to point B efficiently.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 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 Highway 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 51 BUS / Division Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 181.1 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: near the start (US 51 BUS / Division Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.2 miles (US 45): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 66.7 miles (I 41; US 41): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 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.
8
53.2 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
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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
5
66.7 mi into trip
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~1h 21m in
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I 41; US 41
Merge onto I 41; US 41
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
157.1 mi into trip
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~3h 3m in
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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 straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 10B
Toward I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago
8
170.3 mi into trip
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~3h 19m 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 Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Stevens Point, WI and Racine, WI, road signs point toward Cth K: Racine and Caledonia.
Cth K: Racine
170.3 mi in
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~3h 19m
Caledonia
170.3 mi in
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~3h 19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 41 | 87.4 mi | 1h 38m |
| US Highway 10 | 49.3 mi | 57m |
| US 45 | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| North-South Freeway | 11.9 mi | 13m |
| Northwestern Avenue | 9 mi | 15m |
| Airport Freeway | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 3.1 mi | 6m |
| Clark Street | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 87.4 mi, about 1h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stevens Point, WI and Racine, 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
2.8 mi
·
5 min
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Main Street
5
Continue on US 10
49 mi
·
57 min
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US Highway 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
12 mi
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14 min
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US 45
Exit 276
Toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 41 South: Milwaukee
8
Merge onto I 41; US 41
86 mi
·
1 hr 36 min
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I 41; US 41
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 41; I 43; I 894; US 41
4.3 mi
·
5 min
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Airport Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
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 straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 41; I 94; US 41
12 mi
·
13 min
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North-South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 329
Toward CTH K: Racine, Caledonia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto CTH K
5.1 mi
·
9 min
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Northwestern Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Enter roundabout onto WI 38
27 ft
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0 sec
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Northwestern Avenue
15
Continue on WI 38
3.4 mi
·
5 min
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Northwestern Avenue
Use the straight lane.
16
Enter roundabout onto WI 38
91 ft
·
1 sec
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Northwestern Avenue
17
Continue on WI 38
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
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Northwestern Avenue
18
Enter roundabout onto WI 38
72 ft
·
4 sec
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State Street
19
Continue on WI 38
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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State Street
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn right onto WI 32
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Main Street
21
Turn right onto WI 20; WI 32
309 ft
·
17 sec
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6th Street
22
Turn left onto Wisconsin Avenue
284 ft
·
14 sec
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Wisconsin Avenue
23
Turn left onto WI 20; WI 32
245 ft
·
8 sec
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7th Street
24
Arrive at destination
WI 20; WI 32
Trip Plan
Given this 3-hour and 38-minute drive, it's perfectly suited for a single-day trip, offering flexibility in your departure time. You'll want to factor in the estimated $28 fuel cost. While the longest stretch is 87.4 miles on I-41, keep an eye out for potential rest stops or fuel stations at regular intervals as you transition between I-41 and US Highway 10. A good strategy would be to stop once around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel if needed, ensuring a comfortable journey.
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 90.5 miles from Stevens Point, WI, or about 1h 48m 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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90.5 miles or 1h 48m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Racine, 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 181.1 miles and 3h 38m.
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 41 for about 87.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 90.5 mi from Stevens Point, WI · 1h 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
91 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 90.5 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 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
$28.31 one way
$56.63 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
63 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $31.09 | $62.17 |
| premium | $4.89 | $34.85 | $69.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.98 | $79.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54.3 | 0 | $19.02 | $8.69 |
| Efficient EV | 45.3 | 0 | $15.85 | $7.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 72.4 | 0 | $25.35 | $11.59 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (67% 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
Racine, WI
Late night in Racine on Wednesday
Local time
3:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 mph
32% chance
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
30 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
3h 38m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 Racine, WI covers 181.1 miles and takes about 3h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 41, US Highway 10, US 45. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 90.5 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 $28.31 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 181.1 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 51 BUS / Division Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.2 miles (US 45): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 66.7 miles (I 41; US 41): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Stevens Point, WI and Racine, WI, road signs point toward Cth K: Racine and Caledonia.
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