How far is Independence, WI from Milwaukee, WI?
The driving distance from Independence, WI to Milwaukee, WI is about 232.2 miles (373.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 197.7 miles (318.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 18m 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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Halfway Point
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Village in Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Independence and Milwaukee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Independence and Milwaukee.
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Start on Railroad Street
31 m · 6 sec · Railroad Street
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Turn right onto 1st Street
21 m · 2 sec · 1st Street
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Turn right onto Washington Street
65 m · 7 sec · Washington Street
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Continue on Osseo Road
1931 ft · 54 sec · Osseo Road
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Turn right onto Whitehall Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Whitehall Road
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Continue on Dewey Street
4.1 mi · 7 min · Dewey Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
7.2 mi · 10 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · East Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 121
5.1 mi · 9 min · State Highway 121
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Continue on WI 121
3149 ft · 1 min · WI 121
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Take the ramp right
1144 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
140.4 mi · 2 hr 31 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94: Milwaukee
70.7 mi · 1 hr 19 min
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Keep slight left to continue on East-West Freeway
1.5 km · 1 min · East-West Freeway
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Take the exit slight left toward Jackson Street, Van Buren Street
1312 ft · 25 sec
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Turn slight right onto Jackson Street South
94 m · 15 sec
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Turn right onto East Saint Paul Avenue
671 ft · 24 sec · East Saint Paul Avenue
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Turn right onto North Milwaukee Street
1381 ft · 47 sec · North Milwaukee Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Milwaukee Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Independence and Milwaukee.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
WI 121
Merge slight left
140 mi · 02h 31m
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 then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Independence and Mostly Sunny near Milwaukee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Independence to Milwaukee?
The road trip is about 232.2 miles (373.7 km) and usually takes 03h 39m 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?
Lake Delton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 115.9 miles from Independence and 116.3 miles from Milwaukee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 197.7 miles (318.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:42 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.88 one way or $61.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 72.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Independence and Mostly Sunny near Milwaukee.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Delton
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 Lake Delton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Independence and Milwaukee. Straight-line distance: 197.73 mi (318.21 km).
#1 Independence
City in Trempealeau County, Wisconsin United States
| Population | 1,291 |
| Coordinates | 44.3569100, -91.4204300 |
| Altitude | 238 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Milwaukee
The thirtieth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Milwaukee metropolitan area.
| Population | 589,067 |
| Coordinates | 43.0389000, -87.9064700 |
| Altitude | 188 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Milwaukee Street (-87.906566, 43.038895)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 374 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 53m |
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 | $30.88 | $61.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $34.83 | $69.66 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $38.12 | $76.23 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $43.44 | $86.88 |
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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