How far is Cable, WI from Washburn, WI?
The driving distance from Cable, WI to Washburn, WI is about 44.1 miles (71 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.3 miles (60 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 07m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Civil town in Bayfield County, Wisconsin
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain
Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cable and Washburn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cable and Washburn.
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Start on the route
30 m · 9 sec
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Turn right onto Pine Street
153 m · 10 sec · Pine Street
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Turn right
30.7 mi · 43 min
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Turn right onto Major Richard I. Bong Memorial Highway
5.7 mi · 8 min · Major Richard I. Bong Memorial Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on WI 13 North: Washburn, Bayfield
830 ft · 14 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 13
69 m · 13 sec · State Highway 13
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 13
5.5 mi · 8 min · State Highway 13
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Continue on West Bayfield Street
1.7 mi · 4 min · West Bayfield Street
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Turn left onto North Washington Avenue
867 ft · 30 sec · North Washington Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Washington Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cable and Washburn.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
30.7 mi · 00h 43m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain leaving Cable and Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain near Washburn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cable to Washburn?
The road trip is about 44.1 miles (71 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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?
Mason is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.1 miles from Cable and 22.1 miles from Washburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.3 miles (60 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.8 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 4:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.88 one way or $11.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain around Cable and Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain near Washburn.
Stop Ideas Near Mason
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 Mason.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cable and Washburn. Straight-line distance: 37.29 mi (60.02 km).
#1 Cable
Civil town in Bayfield County, Wisconsin, USA
| Population | 839 |
| Coordinates | 46.2080100, -91.2921300 |
| Altitude | 417 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Washburn
Fourth-class city in and county seat of Bayfield County, Wisconsin
| Population | 290 |
| Coordinates | 46.6732700, -90.8949100 |
| Altitude | 211 |
| Country | United States |
End: Washburn (-90.89491, 46.67327)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 71 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $5.88 | $11.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.63 | $13.27 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.26 | $14.52 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.27 | $16.55 |
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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