Origin
Sussex, WI
Afternoon in Sussex on Wednesday
Local time
3:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sussex, WI to Guthrie, WI
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
33m
Distance
16.9 mi
27 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
★
6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sussex, WI
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Guthrie, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
This short, 16.9-mile drive from Sussex to Guthrie, Wisconsin, is easily manageable in just 33 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll navigate primarily on Redford Boulevard and State Highway 164, with a small portion on North East Avenue. With a low estimated fuel cost of around $3, this trip is very budget-friendly. The route is entirely within the Midwest region, offering a straightforward and local feel. It's the kind of drive that requires minimal planning and can be completed with ease.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
8.5 miles from Sussex, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 16.9-mile journey. Only 19% of this route is on highways, meaning you'll spend most of your time on local roads. The longest stretch without a turn is about 6 miles along Redford Boulevard, so you'll be making frequent adjustments to your steering. This drive is characterized by its winding nature and constant changes in direction rather than long, straightaways.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Redford Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 6 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Elmwood Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 33m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Elmwood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (CTH VV / County Highway VV): Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles (West Moreland Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Elmwood Avenue
Turn left onto Elmwood Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CTH VV / County Highway VV
Turn left onto CTH VV / County Highway VV
Navigation decision point
4
8.4 mi into trip
|
~15m in
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West Moreland Boulevard
Turn left onto West Moreland Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
9.3 mi into trip
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~17m in
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West Main Street
Turn right onto West Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
9.3 mi into trip
|
~18m in
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North East Avenue
Turn left onto North East Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Redford Boulevard | 6 mi | 9m |
| State Highway 164 | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| North East Avenue | 2.5 mi | 6m |
| Townline Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Waukesha Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| White Rock Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Silver Spring Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Guthrie Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Redford Boulevard
— 6 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sussex, WI and Guthrie, WI.
1
Start on this road
199 ft
·
19 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Elmwood Avenue
171 ft
·
12 sec
·
Elmwood Avenue
3
Turn left onto CTH VV
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
County Highway VV
4
Continue on CTH VV
368 ft
·
16 sec
·
Main Street
5
Turn right onto CTH VV
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Silver Spring Drive
6
Turn right onto CTH F
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Waukesha Avenue
7
Continue on CTH F
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Redford Boulevard
8
Continue on CTH F
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
East North Street
9
Turn slight left
454 ft
·
26 sec
Toward East Moreland Boulevard
10
Turn left onto West Moreland Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
West Moreland Boulevard
11
Turn slight right
105 ft
·
5 sec
12
Turn right onto White Rock Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
White Rock Avenue
13
Turn right onto West Main Street
332 ft
·
13 sec
·
West Main Street
14
Turn left onto North East Avenue
2.5 mi
·
6 min
·
North East Avenue
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on State Highway 164
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 164
16
Turn left onto Townline Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Townline Road
17
At end of road, turn right onto CTH U
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Guthrie Drive
18
Arrive at destination
CTH U
Trip Plan
Given its short 33-minute duration and 16.9-mile length, you have a lot of flexibility with this trip from Sussex to Guthrie. There are no designated stops, but since it's such a quick drive, you can easily pull over if needed. Plan to depart when it's most convenient for you, as there's no need to break this drive up. Keep an eye out for the transitions between Redford Boulevard and State Highway 164, as these are key points where the road's character changes.
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 8.5 miles from Sussex, WI, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6 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 16.9 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.5 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Guthrie, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Sussex, WI.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sussex, WI
This is one driving day of about 16.9 miles and 33m.
At 16.9 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Redford Boulevard for about 6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.5 mi from Sussex, WI · 15m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.5 miles from Sussex, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Guthrie, WI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Guthrie, WI if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.64 one way
$5.28 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.90 | $5.80 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.25 | $6.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.73 | $7.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.77 | $0.81 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.48 | $0.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Guthrie, WI
Afternoon in Guthrie on Wednesday
Local time
3:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
7 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
33m 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 Sussex, WI to Guthrie, WI covers 16.9 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Redford Boulevard, State Highway 164, North East Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.5 miles from Sussex, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.64 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.
This is a straightforward 33m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Elmwood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (CTH VV / County Highway VV): Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles (West Moreland Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
The route from Sussex, WI to Guthrie, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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