How far is Kenosha, WI from Alto, WI?
The driving distance from Kenosha, WI to Alto, WI is about 111.5 miles (179.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 90 miles (144.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 53m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 26m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kenosha and Alto.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kenosha and Alto.
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Start on 56th Street
81 m · 11 sec · 56th Street
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Turn right onto Sheridan Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Sheridan Road
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Turn left onto Washington Road
3 mi · 7 min · Washington Road
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Continue on Burlington Road
3.7 mi · 6 min · Burlington Road
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Take the ramp right toward I 41 North, I 94 West
1672 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
22.6 mi · 25 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 41 North, I 43 South, I 894 Bypass: Madison, Fond du Lac
3138 ft · 49 sec
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight right onto Airport Freeway
4.6 mi · 6 min · Airport Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 41 North, I 894 North, US 41 North, US 45 North: Fond du Lac
24.6 mi · 31 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
28 mi · 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 49, CTH KK, US 41 North Alternate: Brownsville, Waupun
1551 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight left
39 m · 3 sec
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Turn left onto State Highway 49
1352 ft · 27 sec · State Highway 49
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Continue on Main Street
3 mi · 5 min · Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 49
11.4 mi · 17 min · State Highway 49
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Continue on East Main Street
2.2 mi · 4 min · East Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 49
2.7 mi · 4 min · State Highway 49
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Turn left onto County Road E
1.6 km · 2 min · County Road E
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Continue on County Road EE
1 mi · 2 min · County Road EE
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road AS
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kenosha and Alto.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 41 North
Keep slight left to continue on US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
28 mi · 00h 30m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Kenosha and Chance Rain Showers near Alto.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kenosha to Alto?
The road trip is about 111.5 miles (179.4 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?
Menomonee Falls is a useful midpoint, sitting about 55.7 miles from Kenosha and 55.7 miles from Alto.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 90 miles (144.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.5 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 1:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.82 one way or $29.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Kenosha and Chance Rain Showers near Alto.
Stop Ideas Near Menomonee Falls
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Milwaukee Intermodal Station
Milwaukee Airport Railroad Station
Sturtevant station
Beaver Dam, WI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kenosha and Alto. Straight-line distance: 90.02 mi (144.87 km).
#1 Kenosha
The second most populous city in Kenosha County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 99,570 |
| Coordinates | 42.5847400, -87.8211900 |
| Altitude | 184 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alto
Civil town in Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin
| Population | 1,063 |
| Coordinates | 43.6766500, -88.7951100 |
| Altitude | 288 |
| Country | United States |
End: Alto (-88.79511, 43.67665)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 179 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 23m |
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 | $14.82 | $29.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.71 | $33.43 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.29 | $36.58 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.84 | $41.69 |
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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