How far is Fond du Lac, WI from West Allis, WI?
The driving distance from Fond du Lac, WI to West Allis, WI is about 63.4 miles (102.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.7 miles (91.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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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 01h 04m.
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 Barron County, Wisconsin
Route Weather Snapshot
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Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fond du Lac and West Allis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fond du Lac and West Allis.
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Start on South Park Avenue
1223 ft · 57 sec · South Park Avenue
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Turn right onto 6th Street
2155 ft · 49 sec · 6th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Main Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto Pioneer Road
2066 ft · 45 sec · Pioneer Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Pioneer Road
33 m · 2 sec · Pioneer Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Pioneer Road
1298 ft · 26 sec · Pioneer Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward South Hickory Street
63 m · 4 sec · South Hickory Street
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Exit the roundabout onto South Hickory Street
1948 ft · 44 sec · South Hickory Street
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Turn left
1365 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
57.2 mi · 1 hr 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 East, I 94 West: Milwaukee, Madison
1381 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94 East, I 43 South Alternate: Milwaukee
1.1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on WI 181: 84th Street
1906 ft · 47 sec
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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 Fond du Lac and West Allis.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
South Hickory Street
Merge slight left
57.2 mi · 01h 04m
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.
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Fond du Lac and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near West Allis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fond du Lac to West Allis?
The road trip is about 63.4 miles (102.1 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?
Cedar Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.5 miles from Fond du Lac and 32 miles from West Allis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.7 miles (91.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.45 one way or $16.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny around Fond du Lac and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near West Allis.
Stop Ideas Near Cedar Lake
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 Cedar Lake.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fond du Lac and West Allis. Straight-line distance: 56.7 mi (91.25 km).
#1 Fond du Lac
City in Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 4,126 |
| Coordinates | 43.7750000, -88.4388300 |
| Altitude | 232 |
| 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: 102 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
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 | $8.45 | $16.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.53 | $19.05 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.42 | $20.85 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.88 | $23.76 |
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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