Origin
West Allis, WI
Night in West Allis on Wednesday
Local time
11:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 51m
Distance
79.2 mi
127 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Allis, WI
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Evansville, WI
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The drive from West Allis, WI to Evansville, WI covers 79.2 miles and takes about 1h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 41 South, Zoo Freeway, I 43 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.38 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
39.6 miles from West Allis, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Expect a 1h 51m drive with frequent turns across 79.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from West Allis, WI to Evansville, WI is easy. At 1h 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from West Allis, WI to Evansville, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 41 South | — | — |
| Zoo Freeway | — | — |
| I 43 South | — | — |
| WI 20 | — | — |
| North Street | — | — |
| Highway 20 | — | — |
| Iron Brigade Memorial Highway | — | — |
| Stephen Ambrose Memorial Highway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between West Allis, WI and Evansville, WI.
Start on West Greenfield Avenue
Turn left onto I 41 South, I 894 East, US 45 South
Merge slight left onto Zoo Freeway
Take the exit slight right toward I 43 South, US 45 South: Beloit
Take the exit slight right toward WI 20: East Troy
Keep slight right
Turn right onto North Street
Continue on State Highway 20
Continue on State Highway 20
Turn right onto Iron Brigade Memorial Highway
Continue on Stephen Ambrose Memorial Highway
Turn right onto State Highway 59
Turn left onto State Highway 59
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward State Highway 59
Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 59
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 59
Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 59
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
Exit the roundabout
Merge slight left
Turn right onto Humes Road
Continue on East Main Street
Turn left onto South Madison Street
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 17 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.6 miles or 55m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evansville, WI than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving West Allis, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from West Allis, WI
This is one driving day of about 79.2 miles and 1h 51m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.6 mi from West Allis, WI · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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.
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 39.6 miles from West Allis, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Evansville, WI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$12.38 one way
$24.76 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.59 | $27.19 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.24 | $30.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.49 | $34.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.32 | $3.80 |
| Efficient EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.93 | $3.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.7 | 0 | $11.09 | $5.07 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in West Allis on Wednesday
Local time
11:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Evansville on Wednesday
Local time
11:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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