How far is Lake Geneva, WI from Muskego, WI?

Fastest route

The route from Lake Geneva, Wisconsin 53147, USA to Muskego, Wisconsin, USA is approximately 32.7 miles long and takes about 36 minutes via WI-120 N and I-43 N.

Directions

  1. Start by heading west on W Main St toward Center St.
  2. Turn right at the first cross street onto Center St.
  3. Turn right onto E Sheridan Springs Rd.
  4. Continue onto Interchange N.
  5. At the traffic circle, continue straight to stay on Interchange N.
  6. At the next traffic circle, continue straight onto WI-120 N.
  7. Turn right to merge onto I-43 N toward Milwaukee.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Merge onto I-43 N to follow the recommended route.
  • ⚠️ Pay attention to traffic conditions and adjust your travel time accordingly.
  • 🛣️ Follow the road signs to stay on the correct route.
  • ⛽ Make sure you have enough fuel for the journey.
  • 🚧 Stay alert for any construction or road closures that may affect the route.
  • 🗺️ Consider using a GPS navigation device or a map for additional assistance.
  • 🕐 Leave with enough time to account for possible delays or unexpected circumstances.
Trip Tools

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This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
39.26 mi
00h 38m
Flight
26.35 mi
42.41 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
26.35 mi
Kilometers
42.41 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
39.26 mi
Kilometers
63.19 km
Drive Time
00h 38m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 38m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Muskego
Fri, Apr 17, 3:00 AM CDT
Return by in Lake Geneva
Fri, Apr 17, 3:38 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lake Geneva
2026-04-17T02:22
Arrive Muskego
Fri, Apr 17, 3:00 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 38m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:38 AM to 7:38 PM CDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:14 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Lake Geneva
10:00 PM CDT
Flexible departure

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.

Mid-route stop
Potter Lake
WI

Census designated place

From Lake Geneva
17.1 mi
00h 19m
To Muskego
22.1 mi
00h 19m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
76°F
Friday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S
Destination
72°F
Friday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 15 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Lake Geneva and Muskego.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lake Geneva and Muskego.

  1. 1

    Start on West Main Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · West Main Street

  2. 2

    Continue on State Highway 50

    1.1 km · 1 min · State Highway 50

  3. 3

    Turn left

    1.1 mi · 2 min

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward WI 120 North, CTH H North: Lake Geneva, Burlington

    1250 ft · 30 sec

  5. 5

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward State Highway 120

    3 m · 1 sec · State Highway 120

  6. 6

    Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 120

    11.4 mi · 16 min · State Highway 120

  7. 7

    Take the ramp right

    1666 ft · 41 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    16.7 mi · 18 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward CTH Y: Racine Avenue

    696 ft · 12 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on CTH Y South: Racine Avenue

    134 m · 11 sec

  11. 11

    Turn straight onto South Racine Avenue

    2.3 mi · 4 min · South Racine Avenue

  12. 12

    Turn left onto Janesville Road

    3275 ft · 1 min · Janesville Road

  13. 13

    Turn right onto Pioneer Drive

    29 m · 4 sec · Pioneer Drive

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Pioneer Drive

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Lake Geneva and Muskego.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
14 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
1 merges, 5 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
35.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
State Highway 120
28.5 mi · 73%
South Racine Avenue
2.26 mi · 6%
West Main Street
0.71 mi · 2%
State Highway 50
0.68 mi · 2%
Janesville Road
0.62 mi · 2%
WI 120 North
0.24 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

State Highway 120

Merge slight left

16.7 mi · 00h 18m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 38m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 16m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+13 mi
26.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Potter Lake
00h 19m from Lake Geneva
Leave By
7:14 PM CDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Lake Geneva and Partly Sunny near Muskego.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Lake Geneva to Muskego?

The road trip is about 39.3 miles (63.2 km) and usually takes 00h 38m 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?

Potter Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.1 miles from Lake Geneva and 22.1 miles from Muskego.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 26.3 miles (42.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 13 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 7:14 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.20 one way or $10.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Lake Geneva and Partly Sunny near Muskego.

Stop Ideas Near Potter Lake

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Potter Lake, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Potter Lake.

RAIL

Milwaukee Airport Railroad Station

37 mi away
5601 South 6th Street
RAIL

Sturtevant station

38 mi away
9900 East Exploration Court
RAIL

Milwaukee Intermodal Station

42 mi away
433 West St. Paul Ave.
BUS

Janesville, Wisconsin

54 mi away
3120 North Pontiac Drive

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lake Geneva and Muskego. Straight-line distance: 26.35 mi (42.41 km).

Lake Geneva

#1 Lake Geneva

Fourth-class city in Walworth County, Wisconsin

Population8,096
Coordinates42.5916800, -88.4334300
Altitude268
CountryUnited States
Muskego

#2 Muskego

Third-class city in Waukesha County, Wisconsin

Population25,317
Coordinates42.9058500, -88.1389800
Altitude244
CountryUnited States
Start: West Main Street (-88.433429, 42.591716)
End: Pioneer Drive (-88.139155, 42.905838)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 63 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 18m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 58m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 47m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 39m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 33m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 29m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.38 gal
5.24 L · about $5.20
Round trip
$10.41
2.76 gal · 10.48 L
Estimated CO2
12.3 kg one way
Round trip: 24.5 kg / 54 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $5.20 $10.41
Mid-grade $4.25 $5.87 $11.74
Premium $4.65 $6.42 $12.85
Diesel $5.30 $7.32 $14.64

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Wisconsin · Apr 17, 2026

There is no time difference between Lake Geneva and Muskego. The current time is 02:22:06.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.