How far is Pleasant Prairie, WI from Fort Atkinson, WI?
The driving distance from Pleasant Prairie, WI to Fort Atkinson, WI is about 63.1 miles (101.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.7 miles (84.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 03m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 31m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and county seat of Walworth County, Wisconsin
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pleasant Prairie and Fort Atkinson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pleasant Prairie and Fort Atkinson.
-
1
Start on 104th Avenue
1.6 km · 3 min · 104th Avenue
-
2
Turn left onto 75th Street
12.5 mi · 20 min · 75th Street
-
3
Continue on Geneva Road
2.3 mi · 3 min · Geneva Road
-
4
Continue on State Highway 50
10 mi · 14 min · State Highway 50
-
5
Take the exit slight right
10.6 mi · 12 min
-
6
Take the exit slight left toward WI 67 South: Elkhorn
30 m · 3 sec
-
7
Turn right onto North Wisconsin Street
5.4 mi · 9 min · North Wisconsin Street
-
8
Continue on Iron Brigade Memorial Highway
9.3 mi · 13 min · Iron Brigade Memorial Highway
-
9
Continue on Stephen Ambrose Memorial Highway
3.8 mi · 5 min · Stephen Ambrose Memorial Highway
-
10
Continue on Iron Brigade Memorial Highway
7.9 mi · 13 min · Iron Brigade Memorial Highway
-
11
Continue on South Main Street
1393 ft · 51 sec · South Main Street
-
12
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pleasant Prairie and Fort Atkinson.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
75th Street
Turn left onto 75th Street
12.5 mi · 00h 20m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Pleasant Prairie and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Fort Atkinson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pleasant Prairie to Fort Atkinson?
The road trip is about 63.1 miles (101.6 km) and usually takes 01h 31m 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?
Elkhorn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.5 miles from Pleasant Prairie and 31.6 miles from Fort Atkinson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.7 miles (84.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.4 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 3:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.41 one way or $16.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Pleasant Prairie and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Fort Atkinson.
Stop Ideas Near Elkhorn
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 Elkhorn.
Janesville, Wisconsin
South Beloit, Illinois
Sturtevant station
Rockford, Illinois
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pleasant Prairie and Fort Atkinson. Straight-line distance: 52.7 mi (84.81 km).
#1 Pleasant Prairie
Village in Kenosha County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 21,373 |
| Coordinates | 42.5530800, -87.9334100 |
| Altitude | 212 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Atkinson
City in Jefferson County, Wisconsin, United States of America
| Population | 12,372 |
| Coordinates | 42.9288900, -88.8370500 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fort Atkinson (-88.83705, 42.92889)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 102 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $8.41 | $16.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.48 | $18.97 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.38 | $20.76 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.83 | $23.66 |
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 15, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.