How far is Mequon, WI from Random Lake, WI?
The driving distance from Mequon, WI to Random Lake, WI is about 29.5 miles (47.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.5 miles (37.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 26m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Village in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mequon and Random Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mequon and Random Lake.
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Start on the route
569 ft · 47 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Swan Road
1058 ft · 22 sec · North Swan Road
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Turn right onto West Mequon Road
5.2 mi · 10 min · West Mequon Road
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Turn left onto I 43 North, WI 32, WI 57: Sheboygan
7.9 mi · 9 min
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Continue straight
4.3 mi · 5 min
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Turn slight left onto WI 57 North, I 43 North Alternate: Plymouth
10.3 mi · 14 min
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Turn left onto County Highway K
1.2 mi · 3 min · County Highway K
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Continue on Butler Street
1620 ft · 1 min · Butler Street
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Turn left onto 3rd Street
62 m · 9 sec · 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mequon and Random Lake.
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 57 North
Turn slight left onto WI 57 North, I 43 North Alternate: Plymouth
10.3 mi · 00h 14m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mequon to Random Lake?
The road trip is about 29.5 miles (47.5 km) and usually takes 00h 43m 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?
Saukville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.8 miles from Mequon and 14.8 miles from Random Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.5 miles (37.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 7:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.28 one way or $8.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Mequon and Rain Showers near Random Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Saukville
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 Saukville.
Milwaukee Intermodal Station
Sheboygan, Wisconsin
Milwaukee Airport Railroad Station
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mequon and Random Lake. Straight-line distance: 23.51 mi (37.84 km).
#1 Mequon
Fourth-class city in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin
| Population | 24,765 |
| Coordinates | 43.2155500, -88.0300100 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Random Lake
Village in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 1,567 |
| Coordinates | 43.5522200, -87.9617600 |
| Altitude | 271 |
| Country | United States |
End: Random Lake (-87.96176, 43.55222)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 48 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
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 | $4.12 | $4.28 | $8.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.72 | $4.90 | $9.81 |
| Premium | $5.30 | $5.51 | $11.02 |
| Diesel | $6.19 | $6.44 | $12.88 |
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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