How far is Plain, WI from Merrimac, WI?
The driving distance from Plain, WI to Merrimac, WI is about 28.9 miles (46.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.1 miles (35.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m 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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Halfway Point
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Village in Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Plain and Merrimac.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plain and Merrimac.
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Start on Main Street
1971 ft · 39 sec · Main Street
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Continue on County Highway B
5 mi · 9 min · County Highway B
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Continue on County Highways B & C
1.1 km · 1 min · County Highways B & C
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Continue on County Highway B
5 mi · 9 min · County Highway B
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 60
5 mi · 7 min · State Highway 60
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Turn left onto US Highway 12
3 mi · 4 min · US Highway 12
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Turn right onto County Highway Z
1.2 mi · 2 min · County Highway Z
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Road 78
7.6 mi · 11 min · State Road 78
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Continue on Main Street
1.4 km · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto School Street
23 m · 3 sec · School Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · School Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Plain and Merrimac.
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.
State Road 78
At the end of the road, turn left onto State Road 78
7.59 mi · 00h 11m
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 Plain and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Merrimac.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Plain to Merrimac?
The road trip is about 28.9 miles (46.5 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Sauk City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.4 miles from Plain and 14.5 miles from Merrimac.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.1 miles (35.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.8 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 4:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.85 one way or $7.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Plain and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Merrimac.
Stop Ideas Near Sauk City
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 Sauk City.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Plain and Merrimac. Straight-line distance: 22.11 mi (35.58 km).
#1 Plain
Village in Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 765 |
| Coordinates | 43.2788800, -90.0437400 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Merrimac
Village in Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 1,056 |
| Coordinates | 43.3733200, -89.6234600 |
| Altitude | 254 |
| Country | United States |
End: Merrimac (-89.62346, 43.37332)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 47 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
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 | $3.85 | $7.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.34 | $8.68 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.75 | $9.49 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.41 | $10.82 |
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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