How far is Mequon, WI from Oconomowoc, WI?
The driving distance from Mequon, WI to Oconomowoc, WI is about 34.4 miles (55.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.7 miles (39.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 45m 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 00h 52m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Civil town in Lafayette County, Wisconsin
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mequon and Oconomowoc.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mequon and Oconomowoc.
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Start on the route
569 ft · 44 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Swan Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · North Swan Road
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Turn right onto West County Line Road
1 mi · 2 min · West County Line Road
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Turn left onto North 107th Street
1.4 km · 2 min · North 107th Street
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Turn right onto West Brown Deer Road
1 mi · 2 min · West Brown Deer Road
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Turn left onto North 124th Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · North 124th Street
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Take the ramp left toward I 41 South, US 45
1940 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left onto Zoo Freeway
4.5 mi · 6 min · Zoo Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 190, I 94 West Alternate: Capitol Drive
649 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on WI 190 East
1183 ft · 40 sec
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Turn straight onto West Capitol Drive
9.6 mi · 15 min · West Capitol Drive
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Take the ramp slight right toward WI 16 West: Oconomowoc
2322 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
12 mi · 14 min
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Continue on Wisconsin Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Wisconsin Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Wisconsin Avenue
33 m · 4 sec · East Wisconsin Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto East Wisconsin Avenue
1367 ft · 49 sec · East Wisconsin Avenue
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Turn right onto North Main Street
27 m · 3 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mequon and Oconomowoc.
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.
WI 16 West
Merge slight left
12 mi · 00h 14m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Mequon and Mostly Sunny near Oconomowoc.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mequon to Oconomowoc?
The road trip is about 34.4 miles (55.4 km) and usually takes 00h 52m 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?
Willow Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.2 miles from Mequon and 17.3 miles from Oconomowoc.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.7 miles (39.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.7 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 4:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.60 one way or $9.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Mequon and Mostly Sunny near Oconomowoc.
Stop Ideas Near Willow Springs
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Milwaukee City Hall
West Allis City Hall
City Hall Square Apartments
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Willow Springs.
Milwaukee Intermodal Station
Milwaukee Airport Railroad Station
Sturtevant station
Beaver Dam, WI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mequon and Oconomowoc. Straight-line distance: 24.71 mi (39.77 km).
#1 Mequon
Fourth-class city in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin
| Population | 24,765 |
| Coordinates | 43.2155500, -88.0300100 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Oconomowoc
City in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 8,767 |
| Coordinates | 43.1116700, -88.4992700 |
| Altitude | 263 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oconomowoc (-88.49927, 43.11167)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $4.60 | $9.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.19 | $10.38 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.68 | $11.36 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.47 | $12.94 |
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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