Origin
West Allis, WI
Afternoon in West Allis on Saturday
Local time
1:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Allis, WI to Townsend, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 57m
Distance
181.3 mi
292 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 45m
★
6 AM
3h 58m
8 AM
4h 24m
10 AM
4h 7m
12 PM
4h 4m
3 PM
4h 8m
5 PM
4h 22m
8 PM
3h 50m
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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Townsend, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from West Allis, WI to Townsend, WI covers 181.3 miles and takes about 3h 57m 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 mostly surface roads. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.34 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
90.7 miles from West Allis, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 894 West | — | — |
| I 94 | — | — |
| Zoo Freeway | — | — |
| US 41 North | — | — |
| CTH 00 | — | — |
| West Northland Avenue | — | — |
| North Lynndale Drive | — | — |
| County Road A | — | — |
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 Townsend, 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
79 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
·
US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
6
Take the exit slight right toward CTH 00, WIS 15: New London
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
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CTH 00, WIS 15: New London
7
Keep slight right to continue on CTH 00
233 ft
·
8 sec
·
CTH 00
8
Turn straight onto West Northland Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Northland Avenue
9
Turn left onto North Lynndale Drive
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Lynndale Drive
10
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Lynndale Drive
118 ft
·
2 sec
·
North Lynndale Drive
11
Exit the roundabout onto North Lynndale Drive
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Lynndale Drive
12
Continue on County Road A
5.9 mi
·
10 min
·
County Road A
13
At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 47
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 47
14
Continue on South Main Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
15
Continue on State Highway 47
17 mi
·
25 min
·
State Highway 47
16
Continue on South Cecil Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South Cecil Street
17
Continue on State Highway 117
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 117
18
Turn right onto State Highway 22
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 22
19
Turn left onto County Road R
12 mi
·
17 min
·
County Road R
20
At the end of the road, turn right onto County Road M
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road M
21
Turn left onto Red Banks Road
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
Red Banks Road
22
Turn left onto State Highway 32
27 mi
·
40 min
·
State Highway 32
23
Turn left onto Elm Street
75 ft
·
3 sec
·
Elm Street
24
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 90.7 miles from West Allis, WI, or about 1h 58m 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 40 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90.7 miles or 1h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Townsend, 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.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from West Allis, WI
This is one driving day of about 181.3 miles and 3h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from West Allis, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
91 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 90.7 miles from West Allis, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.34 one way
$56.69 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
63 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $31.12 | $62.24 |
| premium | $4.89 | $34.89 | $69.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.03 | $80.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54.4 | 0 | $19.04 | $8.70 |
| Efficient EV | 45.3 | 0 | $15.86 | $7.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 72.5 | 0 | $25.38 | $11.60 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Townsend, WI
Afternoon in Townsend on Saturday
Local time
1:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
37°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
10 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
3h 57m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
181.3 mi in 3h 57m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: I 894 West.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from West Allis, WI to Townsend, WI is easy. At 3h 57m 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 Townsend, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 57m. Total distance: 181.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from West Allis, WI to Townsend, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Townsend, WI, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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