Origin
West Allis, WI
Afternoon in West Allis on Sunday
Local time
3:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Allis, WI to Bristol, WI
Drive Time
55m
Distance
40.5 mi
65 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Allis, WI
Tom Fisk
Bristol, WI
Osviel Rodriguez Valdés
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from West Allis to Bristol, Wisconsin, you are looking at a manageable 40.5-mile journey. Expect to spend about 55 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a simple day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate through the Midwest, primarily relying on South 76th Street, the Airport Freeway, and I-41 South to reach your destination. With a modest estimated fuel cost of only $6, this trip is highly budget-friendly for a solo driver or a small group. Since the entire route takes less than an hour, it offers the flexibility to head out and return on your own schedule without needing complex planning.
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
20.3 miles from West Allis, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 40.5-mile trek is defined as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straightforward interstate cruise. Because the highway share is 0%, you should prepare for a more involved experience behind the wheel that requires frequent attention to navigation. You will not find any long, monotonous stretches here, as the longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on South 76th Street. Instead, the route transitions from local streets to the Airport Freeway and I-41 South, creating a mix of urban navigation and regional transit. Expect a hands-on driving experience that demands focus as you transition through these varied road types.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South 76th Street 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from West Allis, WI to Bristol, WI is easy. At 55m 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 Bristol, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South 76th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Airport Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 41 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North-South Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| WI 50 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 71st Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 125th Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 75th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South 76th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Allis, WI and Bristol, WI.
1
Start on West Greenfield Avenue
174 ft
·
10 sec
·
West Greenfield Avenue
2
Turn right
75 ft
·
7 sec
3
Turn sharp right onto South 76th Street
3.8 mi
·
9 min
·
South 76th Street
4
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
5
Merge slight left onto Airport Freeway
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Airport Freeway
6
Keep slight left to continue on I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago
7
Merge slight left onto North-South Freeway
26 mi
·
29 min
·
North-South Freeway
8
Take the exit slight right toward WI 50: Kenosha, Lake Geneva
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
WI 50: Kenosha, Lake Geneva
9
Turn right onto 71st Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
71st Street
10
Turn left onto 125th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
125th Avenue
11
Turn right onto 75th Street
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
75th Street
12
Take the exit slight left
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
13
Turn left onto Bristol Road
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Bristol Road
14
Continue on 200th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
200th Avenue
15
Turn left onto 82nd Street
338 ft
·
20 sec
·
82nd Street
16
Turn left onto 199th Avenue
52 ft
·
2 sec
·
199th Avenue
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 55-minute drive, you have plenty of freedom to plan your departure time around local traffic patterns. You won't need to worry about scheduling rest stops, as the duration is brief enough to complete in one go. Keep your $6 fuel budget in mind when filling up before you leave West Allis to ensure you reach Bristol without needing to hunt for a station mid-trip. Because this route involves significant turning and local road navigation, keep your GPS handy even if you think you know the way. Taking advantage of the lack of required stops allows you to maximize your time 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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 20.3 miles from West Allis, WI, or about 27m 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 40.5 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.3 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bristol, 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 40.5 miles and 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from West Allis, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.3 mi from West Allis, WI · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.3 miles from West Allis, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bristol, WI
The final approach into Bristol, 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 Bristol, 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
$6.15 one way
$12.30 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $6.78 | $13.56 |
| premium | $4.80 | $7.65 | $15.29 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.00 | $18.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.25 | $1.94 |
| Efficient EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.54 | $1.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.67 | $2.59 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Bristol, WI
Afternoon in Bristol on Sunday
Local time
3:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
55m 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 West Allis, WI to Bristol, WI covers 40.5 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South 76th Street, Airport Freeway, I 41 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.3 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 $6.15 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 West Allis, WI to Bristol, WI is easy. At 55m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from West Allis, WI to Bristol, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from West Allis, WI to Bristol, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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