Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 47m
Distance
128 mi
206 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Algoma, WI
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The drive from West Allis, WI to Algoma, WI covers 128 miles and takes about 2h 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 43, State Highway 42, North-South Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 55.3 miles on I 43. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.01 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
64 miles from West Allis, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 16m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 47m. Total distance: 128 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 2h 47m highway drive covering 128 miles, with most of the trip on I 43 and State Highway 42. The longest continuous stretch is about 55.3 miles on I 43.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 43 and State Highway 42. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.6 miles in.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 128 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward I 43 North: Green Bay
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward I 43 North, WI 145: Green Bay, Fond du Lac Avenue, McKinley Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward US 151, WI 42 Business, LMCT: Manitowoc, Fond du Lac
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto South 21st Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto US 10 / Waldo Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between West Allis, WI and Algoma, WI, road signs point toward Lmct: Manitowoc and Fond Du Lac.
Lmct: Manitowoc
Fond Du Lac
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 43 | 55.3 mi | 59m |
| State Highway 42 | 28.2 mi | 41m |
| North-South Freeway | 20.6 mi | 25m |
| Memorial Drive | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| East-West Freeway | 4 mi | 5m |
| Calumet Avenue | 2 mi | 3m |
| Lincoln Avenue | 2 mi | 2m |
| Milwaukee Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between West Allis, WI and Algoma, WI.
Start on WI 59
Turn right onto WI 181
Turn right onto West Kearney Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 94
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 43
Continue on I 43; WI 57
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto WI 42
Continue on WI 42
Turn left onto South 21st Street
Continue on Revere Drive
Continue on CTH Q
Turn right onto US 10
Enter roundabout onto Memorial Drive
Continue on Memorial Drive
Continue on WI 42
Turn right onto WI 42
Turn left onto WI 42
Continue on WI 42
Continue on WI 42
Continue on WI 42
Continue on WI 42
Continue on WI 42
Keep slight right at fork onto Lake Street
Continue on Lake Street
At end of road, turn right onto Steele Street
Arrive at 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 28 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64 miles or 1h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Algoma, WI than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving West Allis, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from West Allis, WI
This is one driving day of about 128 miles and 2h 47m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64 mi from West Allis, WI · 1h 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 64 miles from West Allis, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Algoma, 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 Algoma, WI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$20.01 one way
$40.02 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.97 | $43.94 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.63 | $49.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.26 | $56.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.4 | 0 | $13.44 | $6.14 |
| Efficient EV | 32 | 0 | $11.20 | $5.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.2 | 0 | $17.92 | $8.19 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in West Allis on Saturday
Local time
3:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Algoma on Saturday
Local time
3:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
41°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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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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