Origin
West Allis, WI
Morning in West Allis on Friday
Local time
6:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
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Live forecast
Trip from West Allis, WI to Sanborn, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h
Distance
336 mi
541 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 49m
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6 AM
7h 1m
8 AM
7h 23m
10 AM
7h 9m
12 PM
7h 6m
3 PM
7h 10m
5 PM
7h 22m
8 PM
6h 54m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from West Allis, WI to Sanborn, WI covers 336 miles and takes about 7h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 894 West, I 94, Zoo Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $52.53 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
168 miles from West Allis, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 30m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h. Total distance: 336 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 7h drive with frequent turns across 336 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 894 West is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from West Allis, WI to Sanborn, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 894 West | — | — |
| I 94 | — | — |
| Zoo Freeway | — | — |
| US 41 North | — | — |
| US 45 | — | — |
| US 45 North | — | — |
| Highway 10 | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 894 West
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Allis, WI and Sanborn, WI.
1
Start on West Greenfield Avenue
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
West Greenfield Avenue
2
Take the ramp slight right toward I 894 West, US 45 North
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
I 894 West, US 45 North
3
Keep slight left to continue on I 94: Madison, Milwaukee
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
I 94: Madison, Milwaukee
4
Merge slight left onto Zoo Freeway
20 mi
·
24 min
·
Zoo Freeway
5
Keep slight left to continue on US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
62 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
6
Take the exit slight right toward US 45: New London, Algoma Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
US 45: New London, Algoma Boulevard
7
Keep slight left to continue on US 45 North: New London
0.8 mi
·
58 sec
·
US 45 North: New London
8
Merge slight left
15 mi
·
17 min
9
Keep slight left to continue on US Highway 10
47 mi
·
54 min
·
US Highway 10
10
Continue on Main Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 39 North, US 51 North, US 10 West
6.6 mi
·
7 min
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I 39 North, US 51 North, US 10 West
12
Continue straight
23 mi
·
25 min
13
Merge slight right
47 mi
·
53 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward US 8: Prentice, Rhinelander
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
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US 8: Prentice, Rhinelander
15
Keep slight left to continue on US 8: Prentice
387 ft
·
13 sec
·
US 8: Prentice
16
Merge slight right
32 mi
·
45 min
17
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
18
Turn straight onto State Highway 13
11 mi
·
14 min
·
State Highway 13
19
Continue on South Lake Avenue
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
South Lake Avenue
20
Continue on State Highway 13
12 mi
·
16 min
·
State Highway 13
21
Continue on Flambeau Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Flambeau Avenue
22
Continue on State Highway 13
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 13
23
Continue on 4th Ave S
374 ft
·
6 sec
·
4th Ave S
24
Continue on 4th Avenue South
3.0 mi
·
6 min
·
4th Avenue South
25
Continue on State Highway 13
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 13
26
Continue on South 5th Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South 5th Street
27
Continue on State Highway 13
8.9 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 13
28
Continue on East Broadway
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Broadway
29
Continue on State Highway 13
14 mi
·
19 min
·
State Highway 13
30
Continue on South Main Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
31
Continue on State Highway 13
12 mi
·
17 min
·
State Highway 13
32
Turn left onto State Highway 112
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 112
33
Turn sharp left onto County Road E
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road E
34
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 168 miles from West Allis, WI, or about 3h 30m into the drive.
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 74 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 168 miles or 3h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sanborn, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West Allis, 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.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from West Allis, WI
This is one driving day of about 336 miles and 7h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 miles from West Allis, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 168 mi from West Allis, WI · 3h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
168 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 74 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 168 miles from West Allis, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sanborn, WI
The final approach into Sanborn, 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 Sanborn, WI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$52.53 one way
$105.06 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
118 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $57.68 | $115.35 |
| premium | $4.89 | $64.66 | $129.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $74.18 | $148.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 117.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 100.8 | 1 | $35.28 | $16.13 |
| Efficient EV | 84 | 0 | $29.40 | $13.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 134.4 | 1 | $47.04 | $21.50 |
Gas CO2
118 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Sanborn, WI
Morning in Sanborn on Friday
Local time
6:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°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
13 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
7h on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from West Allis, WI to Sanborn, WI covers 336 miles and takes about 7h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 894 West, I 94, Zoo Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 168 miles from West Allis, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $52.53 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from West Allis, WI to Sanborn, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from West Allis, WI to Sanborn, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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