How far is Lancaster, WI from West Allis, WI?
The driving distance from Lancaster, WI to West Allis, WI is about 156.9 miles (252.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 137.3 miles (220.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 14m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 37m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Village in Dane County, Wisconsin
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lancaster and West Allis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lancaster and West Allis.
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Start on South Jefferson Street
56 m · 12 sec · South Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto West Cherry Street
97 m · 16 sec · West Cherry Street
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Turn left onto North Madison Street
1084 ft · 37 sec · North Madison Street
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Turn right onto County Road A
582 ft · 12 sec · County Road A
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Continue on East Elm Street
1.1 km · 1 min · East Elm Street
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Continue on County Road A
2559 ft · 56 sec · County Road A
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Turn left onto State Highway 129
1 mi · 1 min · State Highway 129
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Turn right onto Lincoln Avenue
9.2 mi · 13 min · Lincoln Avenue
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Turn right onto 12th Street
2616 ft · 1 min · 12th Street
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Continue on US Highway 18
15.6 mi · 22 min · US Highway 18
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Continue on West Main Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
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Continue on US Highway 18
8.4 mi · 12 min · US Highway 18
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Continue on Dodgeville Expressway
2 mi · 3 min · Dodgeville Expressway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Dodgeville Expressway
45 m · 6 sec · Dodgeville Expressway
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Exit the roundabout onto Dodgeville Expressway
1699 ft · 26 sec · Dodgeville Expressway
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Keep slight left
38.2 mi · 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 12 East, US 14 East, US 18 East, US 151 North
2419 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto West Beltline Highway
8.8 mi · 12 min · West Beltline Highway
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Take the exit slight left toward I 39 North, I 90 West: Milwaukee, Wisconsin Dells
1.3 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
3.1 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 East: Milwaukee
1805 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left
969 ft · 12 sec
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Merge slight left
64.2 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 181: 84th Street
1.5 km · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on WI 181 South: 84th Street South, Milwaukee Mile Speedway, Pettit National Ice Center
59 m · 5 sec
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Turn right onto South 84th Street
1.1 km · 2 min · South 84th Street
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Turn left onto West Greenfield Avenue
2754 ft · 2 min · West Greenfield Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Greenfield Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lancaster and West Allis.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 94 East
Merge slight left
64.2 mi · 01h 10m
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.
Sunny leaving Lancaster and Sunny near West Allis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lancaster to West Allis?
The road trip is about 156.9 miles (252.5 km) and usually takes 02h 37m 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?
Shorewood Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79 miles from Lancaster and 77.9 miles from West Allis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 137.3 miles (220.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.89 one way or $41.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lancaster and Sunny near West Allis.
Stop Ideas Near Shorewood Hills
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 Shorewood Hills.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lancaster and West Allis. Straight-line distance: 137.26 mi (220.9 km).
#1 Lancaster
City in Grant County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 3,700 |
| Coordinates | 42.8474900, -90.7106800 |
| Altitude | 335 |
| Country | United States |
#2 West Allis
The most populous city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 59,748 |
| Coordinates | 43.0166800, -88.0070300 |
| Altitude | 222 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Greenfield Avenue (-88.007075, 43.01665)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 252 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 57m |
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 | $20.89 | $41.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.56 | $47.12 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $25.78 | $51.57 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $29.38 | $58.77 |
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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