How far is Arthur, WI from Preston, WI?
The driving distance from Arthur, WI to Preston, WI is about 15.3 miles (24.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.3 miles (16.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Village in Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Arthur and Preston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arthur and Preston.
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Start on Plaza Drive
32 m · 9 sec · Plaza Drive
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Turn left onto Center Street
51 m · 9 sec · Center Street
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Turn right onto State Highway 80
9 mi · 13 min · State Highway 80
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Turn left onto US Highway 18
6.1 mi · 9 min · US Highway 18
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Turn right
58 m · 8 sec
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Continue on 1st Street
140 m · 26 sec · 1st Street
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Turn left onto Cross Street
35 m · 5 sec · Cross Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Cross Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Arthur and Preston.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
State Highway 80
Turn right onto State Highway 80
8.99 mi · 00h 13m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Arthur and Chance Rain Showers near Preston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Arthur to Preston?
The road trip is about 15.3 miles (24.6 km) and usually takes 00h 18m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Montfort is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.6 miles from Arthur and 7.6 miles from Preston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.3 miles (16.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.04 one way or $4.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Arthur and Chance Rain Showers near Preston.
Stop Ideas Near Montfort
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Arthur and Preston. Straight-line distance: 10.22 mi (16.45 km).
#1 Arthur
Township in Chippewa County, Wisconsin
| Population | 791 |
| Coordinates | 42.8466600, -90.4465200 |
| Altitude | 301 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Preston
Preston is a city in Grant County, Wisconsin
| Population | 980 |
| Coordinates | 42.9749900, -90.5470700 |
| Altitude | 354 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cross Street (-90.54707, 42.974897)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 25 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
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 | $2.04 | $4.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.30 | $4.59 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.51 | $5.03 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.86 | $5.73 |
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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