How far is Alma, WI from Racine, WI?
Fastest route
Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey from Alma, Wisconsin to Racine, Wisconsin. The distance is approximately 284 miles (457 kilometers) via I-90 E. The estimated travel time is 4 hours and 18 minutes.
Directions
- Head south on WI-35 S/Great River Rd/N Main St toward County Rd E/North St.
- Turn right onto WI-54 W/WI-54 Trunk W (Entering Minnesota).
- Turn left onto Great River Rd/Hiawatha Pioneer Trl at the traffic circle.
- Take the 2nd exit onto US-14 E/US-61 S/Great River Rd/Hiawatha Pioneer Trl.
- Continue on I-90 E. Take I-94 E to County Rd K in Raymond. Take exit 329 from I-41 (Entering Wisconsin).
- Keep left at the fork to continue on I-94 E, following signs for Milwaukee.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 305 A-B for I-41 S/I-894/US-45 S toward Airport/Chicago.
- Merge onto I-41/I-894 E/US-45 S.
- Keep left to continue on I-41, following signs for I-94 S/Airport/Chicago.
- Take exit 329 toward County Rd K.
- Use the left lane to keep left at the fork and continue toward County Rd K.
- Follow County Rd K, Northwestern Ave, and State St to Main St in Racine.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Before starting your journey, ensure your vehicle is in good condition and has enough fuel for the trip.
- 📅 Check the weather forecast and road conditions to plan for any potential delays or detours.
- 🍱 Pack some snacks and water for the road to stay refreshed and energized during the trip.
- ⛽ Plan for regular rest stops to stretch your legs and avoid driver fatigue.
- 🗺️ Use GPS or a navigation app to stay on track and find alternative routes if needed.
- 🚦 Obey traffic rules and speed limits for a safe and smooth journey.
- 🕐 Start your trip early to avoid rush hour traffic and make the most of daylight hours.
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Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 04h 36m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alma and Racine.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alma and Racine.
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Start on South Main Street
1.3 km · 1 min · South Main Street
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Continue on State Road 35
15.3 mi · 22 min · State Road 35
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Continue on North Shore Drive
1.3 km · 1 min · North Shore Drive
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Continue on South Main Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on State Road 35
13.4 mi · 19 min · State Road 35
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Continue on State Highway 93
8.2 mi · 11 min · State Highway 93
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Continue straight
14.8 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit straight
2243 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left
132.5 mi · 2 hr 22 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94: Milwaukee
64.2 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 41, I 894, US 45: Chicago, Fond du Lac
3167 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 41 South, I 894 East, US 41 South, US 45 South: Chicago
1991 ft · 38 sec
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Continue on I 41 South, I 894 East, US 41 South, US 45 South: Chicago
1477 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 41, I 894, US 45 South: Chicago
1177 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left onto Zoo Freeway
4 mi · 5 min · Zoo Freeway
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Merge slight right onto Airport Freeway
4.3 mi · 6 min · Airport Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto North-South Freeway
11.9 mi · 14 min · North-South Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward CTH K: Racine, Caledonia
1682 ft · 31 sec
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Turn left onto Northwestern Avenue
5.1 mi · 10 min · Northwestern Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Northwestern Avenue
8 m · 1 sec · Northwestern Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Northwestern Avenue
3.4 mi · 6 min · Northwestern Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Northwestern Avenue
28 m · 2 sec · Northwestern Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Northwestern Avenue
2024 ft · 35 sec · Northwestern Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Street
22 m · 4 sec · State Street
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Exit the roundabout onto State Street
1.6 km · 2 min · State Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
1759 ft · 40 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto 6th Street
94 m · 18 sec · 6th Street
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Turn left onto Wisconsin Avenue
87 m · 14 sec · Wisconsin Avenue
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Turn left onto 7th Street
75 m · 8 sec · 7th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 7th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alma and Racine.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 93
Merge slight left
133 mi · 02h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Alma and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Racine.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alma to Racine?
The road trip is about 283.8 miles (456.8 km) and usually takes 04h 36m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lake Delton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 142.7 miles from Alma and 141.2 miles from Racine.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 234.4 miles (377.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 49.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.79 one way or $75.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 89 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Alma and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Racine.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Delton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lake Delton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alma and Racine. Straight-line distance: 234.44 mi (377.29 km).
#1 Alma
City in Buffalo County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 1,095 |
| Coordinates | 44.3199700, -91.9148800 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Racine
The second most populous city in Racine County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 76,237 |
| Coordinates | 42.7261300, -87.7828500 |
| Altitude | 188 |
| Country | United States |
End: 7th Street (-87.782849, 42.725989)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 457 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $37.79 | $75.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $42.62 | $85.23 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $46.63 | $93.27 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $53.15 | $106.29 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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