How far is Crescent, WI from West Allis, WI?
The driving distance from Crescent, WI to West Allis, WI is about 255 miles (410.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 210.7 miles (339.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 04m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 02m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Crescent and West Allis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crescent and West Allis.
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Start on State Highway 27
27.9 mi · 41 min · State Highway 27
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Turn right onto West Lincoln Street
1.6 km · 2 min · West Lincoln Street
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Continue straight
1187 ft · 22 sec
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Turn left onto County Highway R
6.8 mi · 12 min · County Highway R
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Continue on County Road R
2667 ft · 55 sec · County Road R
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At the end of the road, turn right onto US Highway 10
1.4 km · 1 min · US Highway 10
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Continue on 10th Street
1.3 km · 2 min · 10th Street
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Turn sharp left
1527 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
150.5 mi · 2 hr 41 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94: Milwaukee
65.1 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 181: 84th Street
1.5 km · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on WI 181 South: 84th Street South, Milwaukee Mile Speedway, Pettit National Ice Center
59 m · 5 sec
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Turn right onto South 84th Street
1.1 km · 2 min · South 84th Street
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Turn left onto West Greenfield Avenue
2754 ft · 2 min · West Greenfield Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Greenfield Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Crescent and West Allis.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
10th Street
Merge slight left
151 mi · 02h 41m
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Crescent and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near West Allis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Crescent to West Allis?
The road trip is about 255 miles (410.4 km) and usually takes 04h 02m 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?
Lyndon Station is a useful midpoint, sitting about 127.9 miles from Crescent and 127.1 miles from West Allis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 210.7 miles (339.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.3 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 8:56 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.94 one way or $67.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 80 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Crescent and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near West Allis.
Stop Ideas Near Lyndon Station
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 Lyndon Station.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Crescent and West Allis. Straight-line distance: 210.68 mi (339.06 km).
#1 Crescent
Town in Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 2,005 |
| Coordinates | 45.0677400, -91.1468100 |
| Altitude | 347 |
| Country | United States |
#2 West Allis
The most populous city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 59,748 |
| Coordinates | 43.0166800, -88.0070300 |
| Altitude | 222 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Greenfield Avenue (-88.007075, 43.01665)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 410 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 10m |
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 | $33.94 | $67.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $38.28 | $76.55 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $41.89 | $83.77 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $47.74 | $95.47 |
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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