Origin
Wauzeka, WI
Afternoon in Wauzeka on Thursday
Local time
2:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wauzeka, WI to Soldiers Grove, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
42m
Distance
29.5 mi
48 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Wauzeka, WI to Soldiers Grove, WI covers 29.5 miles and takes about 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US Highway 61, State Highway 60, Pine Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 18.9 miles on US Highway 61. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.61 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 42m. Total distance: 29.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 42m highway drive covering 29.5 miles, with most of the trip on US Highway 61 and State Highway 60. The longest continuous stretch is about 18.9 miles on US Highway 61.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 61 is the longest continuous segment at about 18.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 61 and State Highway 60. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 29.1 miles in near WI 131 / Pine Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Wauzeka, WI to Soldiers Grove, WI is easy. At 42m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 29.1 miles (WI 131 / Pine Street): Navigation decision point; at 29.5 miles (WI 131 / Church Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
29.1 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
WI 131 / Pine Street
Turn left onto WI 131 / Pine Street
Navigation decision point
5
29.5 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
WI 131 / Church Street
Turn left onto WI 131 / Church Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 61 | 18.9 mi | 26m |
| State Highway 60 | 10.2 mi | 15m |
| Pine Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Peterson Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Church Street | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US Highway 61
— 18.9 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wauzeka, WI and Soldiers Grove, WI.
1
Start on WI 60
10 mi
·
15 min
·
State Highway 60
2
Continue on US 61; WI 60
19 mi
·
26 min
·
US Highway 61
3
Turn left onto WI 131
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Pine Street
4
Continue on WI 131
479 ft
·
15 sec
·
Peterson Street
5
Turn left onto WI 131
48 ft
·
0 sec
·
Church Street
6
Arrive at destination
WI 131
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.61 one way
$9.22 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.06 | $10.13 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.68 | $11.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.51 | $13.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.10 | $1.42 |
| Efficient EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.58 | $1.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.13 | $1.89 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Soldiers Grove, WI
Afternoon in Soldiers Grove on Thursday
Local time
2:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°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
19 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
42m 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 Wauzeka, WI to Soldiers Grove, WI covers 29.5 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 61, State Highway 60, Pine Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.8 miles from Wauzeka, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.61 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 Wauzeka, WI to Soldiers Grove, WI is easy. At 42m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 29.1 miles (WI 131 / Pine Street): Navigation decision point; at 29.5 miles (WI 131 / Church Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Wauzeka, WI to Soldiers Grove, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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