How far is Ettrick, WI from Kenosha, WI?
Fastest route
The distance from Ettrick, Wisconsin 54627, to Kenosha, Wisconsin is approximately 253 miles (407 kilometers). The fastest route currently, considering traffic conditions, is via I-90 E and I-94 E, which will take around 3 hours and 58 minutes.
Directions
- 🚗 Get on I-90 E in Angelo from County Rd D, Co Hwy D, and WI-71 E.
- 🛣️ Head south on S Main St toward School St.
- ➡️ Continue onto County Rd D, then turn right onto WI-54 W/WI-54 Trunk W/N Washington St/Wisconsin Firefighters and Emergency Medical Technicians Hwy.
- 🔄 Continue onto WI-108 S/WI-71 E/Sparta St, then turn right onto WI-27 S/WI-71 E.
- ⤴️ Turn left onto I-90 ALT/W Wisconsin St, continue straight onto WI-16 E/WI-71 E/I-90 ALT/E Wisconsin St, and follow WI-16 E/WI-71 E/I-90 ALT at the traffic circle (2nd exit).
- 🚗 Merge onto I-90 E toward Tomah, then continue on I-94 E and I-41.
- ⤵️ Take exit 342 toward Kenosha and follow WI-158 E/52nd St to 56th St in Kenosha.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🕐 Plan for around 3 hours and 58 minutes of travel time to reach your destination.
- 🛣️ Follow the signs for I-90 E and I-94 E to take the fastest route.
- 🚗 Consider using Waze or other navigation apps to stay updated on traffic conditions during the journey.
- ⛽ Make sure to refuel before hitting the road for a smooth trip.
- 📱 Bring a car charger or power bank for your phone to stay connected throughout the journey.
- 🍴 Pack some snacks and water to keep yourself refreshed during the drive.
- 🚰 Remember to take short breaks at rest areas or gas stations for a quick stretch and bathroom break.
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Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 11m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Columbia County, Wisconsin
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ettrick and Kenosha.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ettrick and Kenosha.
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Start on South Main Street
1311 ft · 26 sec · South Main Street
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Continue on County Road D
6.4 mi · 11 min · County Road D
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Continue on County Highway D
8.3 mi · 15 min · County Highway D
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 54
1337 ft · 23 sec · State Highway 54
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Continue on North Washington Street
1.5 km · 1 min · North Washington Street
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Turn straight onto Sparta Street
1842 ft · 31 sec · Sparta Street
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Continue on State Highway 108
1.1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 108
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Turn left onto State Highway 71
7.6 mi · 11 min · State Highway 71
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 27
8 mi · 11 min · State Highway 27
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Continue on Black River Street
1581 ft · 34 sec · Black River Street
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Turn left onto West Montgomery Street
2633 ft · 57 sec · West Montgomery Street
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Turn right onto North Water Street
2346 ft · 47 sec · North Water Street
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Turn left onto East Oak Street
1526 ft · 42 sec · East Oak Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Avenue
1256 ft · 35 sec · East Avenue
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Turn left onto East Wisconsin Street
3163 ft · 1 min · East Wisconsin Street
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Continue on State Highway 16
1286 ft · 24 sec · State Highway 16
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Wisconsin Street
33 m · 6 sec · East Wisconsin Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East Wisconsin Street
1.6 km · 1 min · East Wisconsin Street
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Continue on State Highway 16
1010 ft · 17 sec · State Highway 16
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Take the ramp left
2456 ft · 60 sec
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Merge slight left
108.4 mi · 1 hr 56 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
23.3 mi · 26 min · North-South Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, Burlington
1246 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, Kenosha
61 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto Burlington Road
3.6 mi · 6 min · Burlington Road
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Continue on Washington Road
3.3 mi · 7 min · Washington Road
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Turn right onto Sheridan Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Sheridan Road
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Turn left onto 54th Street
93 m · 12 sec · 54th Street
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Turn right onto 8th Avenue
669 ft · 31 sec · 8th Avenue
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Turn right onto 56th Street
13 m · 1 sec · 56th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 56th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ettrick and Kenosha.
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 16
Merge slight left
108 mi · 01h 56m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Ettrick and Mostly Sunny near Kenosha.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ettrick to Kenosha?
The road trip is about 253.5 miles (407.9 km) and usually takes 04h 11m 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?
Poynette is a useful midpoint, sitting about 126.1 miles from Ettrick and 127.4 miles from Kenosha.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 204.8 miles (329.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 48.7 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 8:38 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.71 one way or $67.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 79.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Ettrick and Mostly Sunny near Kenosha.
Stop Ideas Near Poynette
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 Poynette.
Portage
Columbus
Madison, Wisconsin
Madison (South), Wisconsin
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ettrick and Kenosha. Straight-line distance: 204.8 mi (329.59 km).
#1 Ettrick
Civil town in Trempealeau County, Wisconsin
| Population | 1,298 |
| Coordinates | 44.1682900, -91.2690400 |
| Altitude | 235 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kenosha
The second most populous city in Kenosha County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 99,570 |
| Coordinates | 42.5847400, -87.8211900 |
| Altitude | 184 |
| Country | United States |
End: 56th Street (-87.821195, 42.584763)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 408 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $33.71 | $67.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $38.02 | $76.04 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $41.61 | $83.21 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $47.42 | $94.84 |
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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