How far is Burlington, WI from Stevens Point, WI?
The driving distance from Burlington, WI to Stevens Point, WI is about 185.1 miles (297.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 143.1 miles (230.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 58m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Dane County, Wisconsin
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Burlington and Stevens Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burlington and Stevens Point.
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Start on East Jefferson Street
78 m · 19 sec · East Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto North Pine Street
2999 ft · 1 min · North Pine Street
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Continue on West Chestnut Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Chestnut Street
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Continue straight
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto Burlington Bypass
2478 ft · 43 sec · Burlington Bypass
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Continue on State Highway 11
8.6 mi · 12 min · State Highway 11
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Turn left
1216 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
13.4 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 14: Darien, Janesville
1398 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight right
37 m · 3 sec
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Merge slight left
3.3 mi · 5 min
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Turn left
11.2 mi · 15 min
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Turn left onto East Racine Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · East Racine Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward I-90 WEST, I-39 NORTH: Madison
3 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto I-90 WEST, I-39 NORTH: Madison
1465 ft · 18 sec
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Merge slight left
65.8 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Keep slight right to continue on WI 78 South, I 39 North: Merrimac, Portage, Wausau
1128 ft · 15 sec
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Continue on I 39 North: Portage, Wausau
73.5 mi · 1 hr 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 10 East: Appleton, Waupaca
1178 ft · 31 sec
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Turn right onto Main Street
34 m · 2 sec · Main Street
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Take the exit slight left
95 m · 18 sec
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Turn sharp left onto Main Street
2.5 mi · 5 min · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Burlington and Stevens Point.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 39 North
Continue on I 39 North: Portage, Wausau
73.5 mi · 01h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Burlington and Areas Of Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Stevens Point.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Burlington to Stevens Point?
The road trip is about 185.1 miles (297.9 km) and usually takes 02h 58m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
De Forest is a useful midpoint, sitting about 92.3 miles from Burlington and 92.8 miles from Stevens Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 143.1 miles (230.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 42 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.62 one way or $49.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Burlington and Areas Of Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Stevens Point.
Stop Ideas Near De Forest
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 De Forest.
Madison, Wisconsin
Madison (South), Wisconsin
Columbus
Portage
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Burlington and Stevens Point. Straight-line distance: 143.1 mi (230.3 km).
#1 Burlington
Fourth-class city in Racine County, Wisconsin
| Population | 10,898 |
| Coordinates | 42.6780700, -88.2762000 |
| Altitude | 234 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Stevens Point
City in Portage County, Wisconsin
| Population | 25,949 |
| Coordinates | 44.5235800, -89.5745600 |
| Altitude | 332 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-89.57456, 44.523464)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 298 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 18m |
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 | $24.62 | $49.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.77 | $55.54 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $30.39 | $60.78 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.64 | $69.27 |
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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