How far is Hamilton, WI from Wauwatosa, WI?
The driving distance from Hamilton, WI to Wauwatosa, WI is about 55.2 miles (88.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 50.2 miles (80.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 49m 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.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hamilton and Wauwatosa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamilton and Wauwatosa.
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Start on County Road B
1846 ft · 53 sec · County Road B
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Turn right onto State Highway 175
2654 ft · 58 sec · State Highway 175
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Turn left onto County Road B
2154 ft · 44 sec · County Road B
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Take the ramp right
2838 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
51 mi · 57 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Watertown Plank Road
1234 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Watertown Plank Road East
2865 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight onto West Watertown Plank Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · West Watertown Plank Road
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Continue on Harwood Avenue
1576 ft · 52 sec · Harwood Avenue
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Turn left onto Harmonee Avenue
822 ft · 32 sec · Harmonee Avenue
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Turn right onto West Menomonee River Parkway
152 m · 21 sec · West Menomonee River Parkway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West State Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hamilton and Wauwatosa.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
County Road B
Merge slight left
51 mi · 00h 57m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hamilton to Wauwatosa?
The road trip is about 55.2 miles (88.8 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Slinger is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.7 miles from Hamilton and 27.6 miles from Wauwatosa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.2 miles (80.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5 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 4:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.35 one way or $14.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Hamilton and Showers And Thunderstorms near Wauwatosa.
Stop Ideas Near Slinger
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hamilton and Wauwatosa. Straight-line distance: 50.18 mi (80.76 km).
#1 Hamilton
Civil town in La Crosse County, Wisconsin
| Population | 2,540 |
| Coordinates | 43.6974900, -88.4587200 |
| Altitude | 301 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wauwatosa
A city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 48,084 |
| Coordinates | 43.0494600, -88.0075900 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| Country | United States |
End: West State Street (-88.007649, 43.049316)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 89 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 41m |
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 | $7.35 | $14.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.29 | $16.59 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.08 | $18.15 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.34 | $20.69 |
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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