Origin
Wausau, WI
Afternoon in Wausau on Thursday
Local time
1:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wausau, WI to Schnappsville, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
29m
Distance
21.9 mi
35 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
★
6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wausau, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Wausau, WI to Schnappsville, WI covers 21.9 miles and takes about 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on WI 29, County Road M, Highway 52 Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17 miles on WI 29. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.42 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 21.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 29m highway drive covering 21.9 miles, with most of the trip on WI 29 and County Road M. The longest continuous stretch is about 17 miles on WI 29.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
WI 29 is the longest continuous segment at about 17 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WI 29 and County Road M. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near WI 52; US 51 Business / Scott Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Wausau, WI to Schnappsville, WI is easy. At 29m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (WI 52; US 51 Business / Scott Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (WI 29): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 19.9 miles (CTH M / County Road M): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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WI 52; US 51 Business / Scott Street
Turn left onto WI 52; US 51 Business / Scott Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
2.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
WI 29
Merge onto WI 29
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
19.9 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
CTH M / County Road M
Turn right onto CTH M / County Road M
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WI 29 | 17 mi | 19m |
| County Road M | 2 mi | 2m |
| Highway 52 Parkway | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| East Stewart Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Scott Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North 1st Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
WI 29
— 17 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wausau, WI and Schnappsville, WI.
1
Start on this road
78 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn straight onto North 1st Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
North 1st Street
3
Turn left onto WI 52; US 51 Business
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Scott Street
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on WI 52; US 51 Business
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Stewart Avenue
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on WI 52
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Highway 52 Parkway
Use the straight lane.
6
Merge onto WI 29
17 mi
·
19 min
·
WI 29
7
Turn right onto CTH M
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road M
8
Arrive at destination
CTH M
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.42 one way
$6.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.76 | $7.52 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.21 | $8.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.84 | $9.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.30 | $1.05 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.92 | $0.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.07 | $1.40 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Schnappsville, WI
Afternoon in Schnappsville on Thursday
Local time
1:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°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
24 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
29m 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 Wausau, WI to Schnappsville, WI covers 21.9 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are WI 29, County Road M, Highway 52 Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.9 miles from Wausau, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.42 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 Wausau, WI to Schnappsville, WI is easy. At 29m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (WI 52; US 51 Business / Scott Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (WI 29): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 19.9 miles (CTH M / County Road M): Navigation decision point.
The route from Wausau, WI to Schnappsville, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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