How far is Genesee, WI from Stevens Point, WI?
The driving distance from Genesee, WI to Stevens Point, WI is about 160.3 miles (258 km), with a travel time of about 02h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 124.3 miles (200.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 52m 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 02h 26m.
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.
Human settlement in Columbia County, Wisconsin, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Genesee and Stevens Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Genesee and Stevens Point.
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Start on Church Street
126 m · 19 sec · Church Street
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Turn right onto Old Village Road
136 m · 22 sec · Old Village Road
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Turn left onto State Highway 83
1235 ft · 30 sec · State Highway 83
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 83
39 m · 8 sec · State Highway 83
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 83
2.6 mi · 6 min · State Highway 83
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 83
41 m · 8 sec · State Highway 83
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 83
1568 ft · 30 sec · State Highway 83
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Continue on South Wales Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · South Wales Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward West Summit Avenue
54 m · 10 sec · West Summit Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto West Summit Avenue
565 ft · 14 sec · West Summit Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward West Summit Avenue
21 m · 4 sec · West Summit Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto West Summit Avenue
125 m · 10 sec · West Summit Avenue
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Continue on US Highway 18
1.4 km · 1 min · US Highway 18
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Turn right onto County Highway C
2.8 mi · 5 min · County Highway C
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Take the ramp left toward I 94 West
1824 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left onto East-West Freeway
44.8 mi · 48 min · East-West Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 39 North, I 90 West, I 94 West: Wisconsin Dells, Eau Claire
29.1 mi · 31 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 Genesee 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.
Rain Showers leaving Genesee and Rain Showers Likely near Stevens Point.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Genesee to Stevens Point?
The road trip is about 160.3 miles (258 km) and usually takes 02h 26m 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?
Dekorra is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.6 miles from Genesee and 80.7 miles from Stevens Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 124.3 miles (200.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 36 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 1:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.30 one way or $46.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Genesee and Rain Showers Likely near Stevens Point.
Stop Ideas Near Dekorra
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 Dekorra.
Portage
Wisconsin Dells
Columbus
Madison, Wisconsin
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Genesee and Stevens Point. Straight-line distance: 124.34 mi (200.11 km).
#1 Genesee
Civil town in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 7,341 |
| Coordinates | 42.9527900, -88.3589800 |
| Altitude | 272 |
| 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: 258 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 59m |
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 | $4.12 | $23.30 | $46.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.72 | $26.69 | $53.37 |
| Premium | $5.30 | $29.98 | $59.95 |
| Diesel | $6.19 | $35.04 | $70.08 |
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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