How far is Ingersoll, WI from Wausau, WI?
The driving distance from Ingersoll, WI to Wausau, WI is about 26.2 miles (42.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.6 miles (31.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Marathon County, Wisconsin, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ingersoll and Wausau.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ingersoll and Wausau.
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Start on County Road D
2032 ft · 58 sec · County Road D
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Turn right onto State Highway 29
5 mi · 6 min · State Highway 29
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Continue on Ringle Avenue
18.7 mi · 22 min · Ringle Avenue
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 52: Stewart Avenue
2706 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right
93 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight onto Highway 52 Parkway
1568 ft · 45 sec · Highway 52 Parkway
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Continue on Stewart Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · Stewart Avenue
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Continue on Slough Bridge
1599 ft · 55 sec · Slough Bridge
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Keep slight left to continue on Slough Bridge
51 m · 14 sec · Slough Bridge
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Turn left onto North 1st Street
92 m · 12 sec · North 1st Street
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Turn right onto Jefferson Street
49 m · 9 sec · Jefferson Street
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Turn right
22 m · 11 sec
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Turn left
18 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
68 m · 18 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Washington Street
50 m · 7 sec · Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ingersoll and Wausau.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Ringle Avenue
Continue on Ringle Avenue
18.7 mi · 00h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Ingersoll and Areas Of Fog near Wausau.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ingersoll to Wausau?
The road trip is about 26.2 miles (42.2 km) and usually takes 00h 25m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ringle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.2 miles from Ingersoll and 13 miles from Wausau.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.6 miles (31.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.47 one way or $6.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Ingersoll and Areas Of Fog near Wausau.
Stop Ideas Near Ringle
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ingersoll and Wausau. Straight-line distance: 19.57 mi (31.5 km).
#1 Ingersoll
Ingersoll is a place in Wisconsin, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 44.8519200, -89.2598400 |
| Altitude | 384 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wausau
City in and county seat of Marathon County, Wisconsin
| Population | 2,157 |
| Coordinates | 44.9591400, -89.6301200 |
| Altitude | 367 |
| Country | United States |
End: Washington Street (-89.630123, 44.959087)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 42 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
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 | $3.47 | $6.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.91 | $7.83 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.28 | $8.56 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.88 | $9.76 |
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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