Trip from Suamico, WI to Mequon, WI

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

2h 14m

Distance

117.9 mi

190 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min

4 AM

2h 5m ★

6 AM

2h 15m

8 AM

2h 34m

10 AM

2h 21m

12 PM

2h 20m

3 PM

2h 22m

5 PM

2h 33m

8 PM

2h 9m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Suamico, WI to Mequon, WI covers 117.9 miles and takes about 2h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 43, West Mequon Road, US 41 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 105.3 miles on I 43. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.43 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.

Midpoint

58.9 miles from Suamico, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 14m. Total distance: 117.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 14m highway drive covering 117.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 43 and West Mequon Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 105.3 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 12 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 105.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 43 and West Mequon Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Suamico, WI to Mequon, WI is easy. At 2h 14m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

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 112.1 miles (WI 57): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 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

8

112.1 mi into trip | ~2h 3m in | WI 57

Take the exit onto WI 57 toward WI 57 South, WI 167 West: Mequon Road

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 85 Toward WI 57 South, WI 167 West: Mequon Road

4

117.5 mi into trip | ~2h 13m in | North Swan Road

Turn left onto North Swan Road

Navigation decision point

5

117.7 mi into trip | ~2h 14m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 43	105.3 mi	1h 52m
West Mequon Road	5.2 mi	10m
US 41	4.5 mi	4m
Sunset Beach Road	0.7 mi	1m
Riverside Drive	0.3 mi	<1m
WI 57	0.3 mi	<1m
North Swan Road	0.2 mi	<1m
County Road J	0.2 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 43 — 105.3 mi, about 1h 52m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Suamico, WI and Mequon, 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 170B Toward I 43 South: Milwaukee

7

Continue on I 43

105 mi · 1 hr 52 min · I 43

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

8

Take the exit onto WI 57

0.3 mi · 23 sec · WI 57

Exit 85 Toward WI 57 South, WI 167 West: Mequon Road Use the slight right lane.

9

Continue on WI 57; WI 167

5.2 mi · 10 min · West Mequon Road

Use the straight lane.

10

Turn left onto North Swan Road

0.2 mi · 22 sec · North Swan Road

11

Turn right

0.1 mi · 41 sec

12

Arrive at destination

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.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 58.9 miles from Suamico, WI, or about 1h 6m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 105.3 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 26 miles or 30m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 58.9 miles or 1h 6m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 46m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mequon, 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 117.9 miles and 2h 14m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Suamico, WI.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on I 43 for about 105.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 58.9 mi from Suamico, WI · 1h 6m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Manitowoc Rapids, WI

59 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

Bellevue, WI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Manitowoc Rapids, WI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 58.9 miles from Suamico, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 43 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 105.3 miles.

Arriving in Mequon, WI

The final approach into Mequon, 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 Mequon, 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

$18.43 one way

$36.86 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 41 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$20.24	$40.48
premium	$4.89	$22.69	$45.38
diesel	$5.61	$26.03	$52.06

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 41.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	35.4	$12.38	$5.66
Efficient EV	29.5	$10.32	$4.72
EV Truck/SUV	47.2	$16.51	$7.55

Gas CO2

41 kg

EV CO2

14 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.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Suamico, WI

Late night in Suamico on Friday

Local time

1:17 AM

CDT

Current temp

44°F

Partly Cloudy then Widespread Fog

SSE 5 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Dense Fog Advisory

Dense Fog Advisory issued April 16 at 10:17PM CDT until April 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI

Dense Fog Advisory

Dense Fog Advisory issued April 16 at 10:17PM CDT until April 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI

Destination

Mequon, WI

Late night in Mequon on Friday

Local time

1:17 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

24 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 14m 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 Suamico, WI to Mequon, WI covers 117.9 miles and takes about 2h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 43, West Mequon Road, 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 58.9 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 $18.43 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.

The drive from Suamico, WI to Mequon, WI is easy. At 2h 14m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

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 112.1 miles (WI 57): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

The route from Suamico, WI to Mequon, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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