The drive from Suamico, WI to Kenosha, WI covers 163.6 miles and takes about 3h 12m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 43, North-South Freeway, US 41 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 124 miles on I 43.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.58 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
81.8 miles from Suamico, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 33m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 12m. Total distance: 163.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 12m highway drive covering 163.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 43 and North-South Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 124 miles on I 43.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 43 is the longest continuous segment at about 124 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 43 and North-South Freeway. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 163.6 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: at 1.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 131 miles (I 94 / North-South Freeway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.1 mi into trip|~2m in
Turn left toward Appleton, Green Bay
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Appleton, Green Bay
5
5.8 mi into trip|~8m in
Take the exit toward I 43 South: Milwaukee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 170B
Toward I 43 South: Milwaukee
5
131 mi into trip|~2h 28m in|I 94 / North-South Freeway
Continue onto I 94 / North-South Freeway toward WIS 94 East, US 41: Layton Ave, College Ave, Chicago
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 316-319
Toward WIS 94 East, US 41: Layton Ave, College...
8
155.4 mi into trip|~2h 56m 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
155.6 mi into trip|~2h 56m 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 Suamico, WI and Kenosha, WI, road signs point toward Wis 94 East, Chicago, Cth S: Kenosha and Burlington.
Wis 94 East
131 mi in|~2h 28m|via I 94
Chicago
131 mi in|~2h 28m|via I 94
Cth S: Kenosha
155.4 mi in|~2h 56m
Burlington
155.4 mi in|~2h 56m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 43
124 mi
2h 18m
North-South Freeway
24.5 mi
27m
US 41
4.5 mi
4m
Burlington Road
3.6 mi
6m
Washington Road
3.3 mi
7m
Sheridan Road
0.9 mi
1m
Sunset Beach Road
0.7 mi
1m
Riverside Drive
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 43
— 124 mi, about 2h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Suamico, WI and Kenosha, WI.
1
Start on CTH J
0.3 mi·38 sec·Riverside Drive
2
Continue on CTH J
0.2 mi·29 sec·County Road J
3
Turn left onto CTH B
0.7 mi·1 min·Sunset Beach Road
4
Turn left
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward Appleton, Green Bay
5
Merge onto US 41; US 141
4.5 mi·4 min·US 41; US 141
6
Take the exit
1.0 mi·2 min
Exit 170BToward I 43 South: Milwaukee
7
Continue on I 43
124 mi·2 hr 18 min·I 43
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
0.2 mi·16 sec·North-South Freeway
9
Continue on I 94
24 mi·27 min·North-South Freeway
Exit 316-319Toward WIS 94 East, US 41: Layton Ave, College Ave, ChicagoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 340Toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, BurlingtonUse the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
199 ft·6 sec
Toward CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, Kenosha
12
Turn left onto WI 142
3.6 mi·6 min·Burlington Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on CTH S
3.3 mi·7 min·Washington Road
14
Turn right onto WI 32
0.9 mi·1 min·Sheridan Road
15
Turn left onto 54th Street
305 ft·14 sec·54th Street
16
Turn right onto 8th Avenue
0.1 mi·31 sec·8th Avenue
17
Turn right onto 56th Street
43 ft·1 sec·56th Street
18
Arrive at destination
56th Street
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 81.8 miles from Suamico, WI, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 124 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 36 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.8 miles or 1h 33m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kenosha, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Suamico, 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 Suamico, WI
This is one driving day of about 163.6 miles and 3h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Suamico, 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 43 for about 124 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81.8 mi from Suamico, WI
· 1h 33m into the drive
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
49.1
0
$17.18
$7.85
Efficient EV
40.9
0
$14.31
$6.54
EV Truck/SUV
65.4
0
$22.90
$10.47
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Suamico, WI
Late night
in Suamico on Friday
Local time
1:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Kenosha, WI
Late night
in Kenosha on Friday
Local time
1:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
44°F
Cedar Grove, WI
82 mi in
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
17 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 12m 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 Suamico, WI to Kenosha, WI covers 163.6 miles and takes about 3h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 43, North-South Freeway, US 41. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 81.8 miles from Suamico, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.58 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 163.6 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: at 1.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 131 miles (I 94 / North-South Freeway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Suamico, WI and Kenosha, WI, road signs point toward Wis 94 East, Chicago, Cth S: Kenosha and Burlington.
