How far is Racine, WI from Farmington, WI?

The driving distance from Racine, WI to Farmington, WI is about 64.4 miles (103.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 30m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 51.1 miles (82.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 00m 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. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
64.36 mi
01h 30m
Flight
51.09 mi
82.22 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
51.09 mi
Kilometers
82.22 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
64.36 mi
Kilometers
103.57 km
Drive Time
01h 30m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 30m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Farmington
Sun, Apr 19, 1:22 AM CDT
Return by in Racine
Sun, Apr 19, 2:52 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Racine
2026-04-18T23:51
Arrive Farmington
Sun, Apr 19, 1:22 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 30m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:30 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Racine
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Elm Grove
WI

Village in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States

From Racine
32.1 mi
00h 45m
To Farmington
32.2 mi
00h 45m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
60°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph W
Destination
51°F
Saturday

Rain Showers

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Racine and Farmington.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Racine and Farmington.

  1. 1

    Start on 7th Street

    21 m · 11 sec · 7th Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Main Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · Main Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Hamilton Street

    1000 ft · 20 sec · Hamilton Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Douglas Avenue

    8.3 mi · 14 min · Douglas Avenue

  5. 5

    Continue on South Chicago Road

    1.8 mi · 3 min · South Chicago Road

  6. 6

    Turn straight

    538 ft · 23 sec

  7. 7

    Turn left onto West Ryan Road

    4 mi · 6 min · West Ryan Road

  8. 8

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 41 North, I 94 West: Milwaukee

    2802 ft · 1 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto North-South Freeway

    4.5 mi · 5 min · North-South Freeway

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on I 41 North, I 43 South, I 894 Bypass: Madison, Fond du Lac

    3138 ft · 49 sec

  11. 11

    Continue straight

    1.1 mi · 2 min

  12. 12

    Merge slight right onto Airport Freeway

    4.6 mi · 6 min · Airport Freeway

  13. 13

    Keep slight right to continue on I 41 North, I 894 North, US 41 North, US 45 North: Fond du Lac

    4.2 mi · 6 min

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward I 94 West, I 94 East: Madison, Milwaukee

    937 ft · 16 sec

  15. 15

    Keep slight left to continue on I 94 West: Madison

    3267 ft · 56 sec

  16. 16

    Keep slight left to continue on I 94 West: Madison

    665 ft · 11 sec

  17. 17

    Merge slight left onto East-West Freeway

    10.2 mi · 12 min · East-West Freeway

  18. 18

    Keep slight left to continue on East-West Freeway

    17.9 mi · 19 min · East-West Freeway

  19. 19

    Take the exit slight right toward CTH F: Sullivan, Ixonia

    1408 ft · 40 sec

  20. 20

    Turn left onto County Road F

    1.1 km · 1 min · County Road F

  21. 21

    Turn right onto County Road B

    3.8 mi · 9 min · County Road B

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · County Road B

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Racine and Farmington.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
22 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
3 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
34.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East-West Freeway
28.2 mi · 44%
Douglas Avenue
8.27 mi · 13%
I 41 North
6.4 mi · 10%
Airport Freeway
4.58 mi · 7%
North-South Freeway
4.45 mi · 7%
West Ryan Road
3.99 mi · 6%
Longest Stretch

East-West Freeway

Keep slight left to continue on East-West Freeway

17.9 mi · 00h 19m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 30m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 00m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+13.3 mi
51.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Elm Grove
00h 45m from Racine
Leave By
3:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Racine and Rain Showers near Farmington.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Racine to Farmington?

The road trip is about 64.4 miles (103.6 km) and usually takes 01h 30m 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?

Elm Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.1 miles from Racine and 32.2 miles from Farmington.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 51.1 miles (82.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.3 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 3:30 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.56 one way or $17.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Racine and Rain Showers near Farmington.

Stop Ideas Near Elm Grove

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Elm Grove and the surrounding midpoint area.
Milwaukee City Hall
Scenic stop 7.6 mi away

Milwaukee City Hall

Milwaukee , WI
200 E Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53202, United States
Rating 4.4/5 84 reviews Tourist attraction,City or town hall
West Allis City Hall
Meeting point 2.9 mi away

West Allis City Hall

West Allis , WI
7525 W Greenfield Ave, West Allis, WI 53214
Rating 4.1/5 38 reviews City Hall,City government office
City Hall Square Apartments
Nearby stop 7.6 mi away

City Hall Square Apartments

Milwaukee , WI
104 E Mason St, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Rating 3.0/5 28 reviews Apartment building,Property management company

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Elm Grove.

RAIL

Milwaukee Intermodal Station

13 mi away
433 West St. Paul Ave.
RAIL

Milwaukee Airport Railroad Station

17 mi away
5601 South 6th Street
RAIL

Sturtevant station

39 mi away
9900 East Exploration Court
BUS

Beaver Dam, WI

75 mi away
817 Park Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Racine and Farmington. Straight-line distance: 51.09 mi (82.22 km).

Racine

#1 Racine

The second most populous city in Racine County, Wisconsin.

Population76,237
Coordinates42.7261300, -87.7828500
Altitude188
CountryUnited States
Farmington

#2 Farmington

Town in Jefferson County, Wisconsin, United States

Population3,848
Coordinates43.0761200, -88.6720500
Altitude267
CountryUnited States
Start: Racine (-87.78285, 42.72613)
End: Farmington (-88.67205, 43.07612)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 104 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 08m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 36m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 17m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 04m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 55m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 48m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.27 gal
8.6 L · about $8.56
Round trip
$17.12
4.54 gal · 17.2 L
Estimated CO2
20.2 kg one way
Round trip: 40.3 kg / 89 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $8.56 $17.12
Mid-grade $4.25 $9.65 $19.31
Premium $4.65 $10.56 $21.13
Diesel $5.30 $12.04 $24.08

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 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Racine and Farmington. The current time is 23:51:50.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.