Origin
West Milwaukee, WI
Afternoon in West Milwaukee on Wednesday
Local time
12:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Milwaukee, WI to Racine, WI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
42m
Distance
28.8 mi
46 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
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6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Milwaukee, WI
Tom Fisk
Racine, WI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from West Milwaukee to Racine, expect a straightforward 28.8-mile journey that typically takes about 42 minutes. This trip stays entirely within the Midwest, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day outing that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via West Greenfield Avenue, West Beloit Road, and South 60th Street rather than relying on major interstates. With an estimated fuel cost of $4, it is an economical choice for those looking to travel between these two Wisconsin cities. Because the route is entirely local, you gain a practical look at the region’s suburban landscape without the stress of high-speed highway traffic.
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
14.4 miles from West Milwaukee, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate through various street-level intersections. Since this route features a 0% highway share, you will spend the entire 42-minute duration on surface roads rather than cruising at high speeds. The character of this drive is defined by frequent transitions and technical navigation rather than long, monotonous stretches of pavement. You should be prepared for a consistent pace that reflects the density of the area you are traveling through. It is a hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the local road network from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Greenfield Avenue 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 Milwaukee, WI to Racine, WI is easy. At 42m 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 Milwaukee, WI to Racine, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Greenfield Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Beloit Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South 60th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 43 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Airport Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 41 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North-South Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| CTH K | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Greenfield Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Milwaukee, WI and Racine, WI.
1
Start on the route
308 ft
·
24 sec
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the route
2
Turn left
315 ft
·
25 sec
3
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
1 min
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto West Greenfield Avenue
282 ft
·
9 sec
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West Greenfield Avenue
5
Turn left onto West Beloit Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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West Beloit Road
6
Turn left onto South 60th Street
3.2 mi
·
7 min
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South 60th Street
7
Turn left onto I 43 North, I 894 East
0.2 mi
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28 sec
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I 43 North, I 894 East
8
Merge slight left onto Airport Freeway
1.8 mi
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2 min
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Airport Freeway
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago
1.3 mi
·
1 min
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I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago
10
Merge slight left onto North-South Freeway
12 mi
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13 min
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North-South Freeway
11
Take the exit slight right toward CTH K: Racine, Caledonia
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
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CTH K: Racine, Caledonia
12
Turn left onto Northwestern Avenue
5.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Northwestern Avenue
13
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Northwestern Avenue
26 ft
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Northwestern Avenue
14
Exit the roundabout onto Northwestern Avenue
3.4 mi
·
5 min
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Northwestern Avenue
15
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Northwestern Avenue
92 ft
·
2 sec
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Northwestern Avenue
16
Exit the roundabout onto Northwestern Avenue
0.4 mi
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35 sec
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Northwestern Avenue
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Street
72 ft
·
4 sec
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State Street
18
Exit the roundabout onto State Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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State Street
19
Turn right onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
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Main Street
20
Turn right onto 6th Street
308 ft
·
18 sec
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6th Street
21
Turn left onto Wisconsin Avenue
285 ft
·
14 sec
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Wisconsin Avenue
22
Turn left onto 7th Street
246 ft
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8 sec
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7th Street
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a short trip with no formal stops required, you have the flexibility to depart whenever it best suits your schedule. You will not need to worry about long-distance pacing or extensive rest breaks, as the 28.8-mile duration is easily manageable in one sitting. Since the route relies on local thoroughfares like West Greenfield Avenue and South 60th Street, keep an eye on local traffic patterns that might affect your arrival time. Setting aside $4 for fuel should be more than sufficient for this straightforward transit. To make the most of your drive, consider checking live traffic updates for South 60th Street before you pull out of your driveway to ensure the smoothest possible path toward Racine.
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 14.4 miles from West Milwaukee, WI, or about 21m 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 28.8 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.4 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Racine, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West Milwaukee, 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 Milwaukee, WI
This is one driving day of about 28.8 miles and 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from West Milwaukee, 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 14.4 mi from West Milwaukee, WI · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 28.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.4 miles from West Milwaukee, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Racine, WI
The final approach into Racine, 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 Racine, 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
$4.50 one way
$9.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.94 | $9.89 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.54 | $11.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.36 | $12.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.02 | $1.38 |
| Efficient EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.52 | $1.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.03 | $1.84 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Racine, WI
Afternoon in Racine on Wednesday
Local time
12:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°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
1 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
42m 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 Milwaukee, WI to Racine, WI covers 28.8 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Greenfield Avenue, West Beloit Road, South 60th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.4 miles from West Milwaukee, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.50 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 Milwaukee, WI to Racine, WI is easy. At 42m 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 Milwaukee, WI to Racine, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from West Milwaukee, WI to Racine, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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