How far is Random Lake, WI from Manitowoc, WI?
The driving distance from Random Lake, WI to Manitowoc, WI is about 48.2 miles (77.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 40 miles (64.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 07m 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
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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 03m.
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.
Human settlement in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Random Lake and Manitowoc.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Random Lake and Manitowoc.
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Start on 3rd Street
19 m · 5 sec · 3rd Street
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Turn right onto Carroll Street
3191 ft · 2 min · Carroll Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 144
1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 144
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 57
7.3 mi · 10 min · State Highway 57
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Continue on South Mill Street
1.2 km · 1 min · South Mill Street
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Turn right onto State Highway 28
6.9 mi · 10 min · State Highway 28
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 28
37 m · 2 sec · State Highway 28
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 28
1.2 km · 1 min · State Highway 28
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 28
40 m · 2 sec · State Highway 28
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 28
2 mi · 3 min · State Highway 28
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Turn left
1200 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
25 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 151, WI 42 Business, LMCT: Manitowoc, Fond du Lac
1217 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight right
52 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight onto Calumet Avenue
2 mi · 3 min · Calumet Avenue
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Continue on Washington Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Washington Street
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Turn right onto South 8th Street
28 m · 4 sec · South 8th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 8th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Random Lake and Manitowoc.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 28
Merge slight left
25 mi · 00h 27m
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 leaving Random Lake and Showers And Thunderstorms near Manitowoc.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Random Lake to Manitowoc?
The road trip is about 48.2 miles (77.5 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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?
Mosel is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24 miles from Random Lake and 24.1 miles from Manitowoc.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40 miles (64.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.2 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 4:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.50 one way or $15.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Random Lake and Showers And Thunderstorms near Manitowoc.
Stop Ideas Near Mosel
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 Mosel.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Random Lake and Manitowoc. Straight-line distance: 40.04 mi (64.44 km).
#1 Random Lake
Village in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 1,567 |
| Coordinates | 43.5522200, -87.9617600 |
| Altitude | 271 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Manitowoc
City in and the county seat of Manitowoc County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 1,077 |
| Coordinates | 44.0886100, -87.6575800 |
| Altitude | 184 |
| Country | United States |
End: Manitowoc (-87.65758, 44.08861)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 77 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
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 | $4.41 | $7.50 | $15.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.92 | $8.36 | $16.72 |
| Premium | $5.55 | $9.44 | $18.88 |
| Diesel | $6.24 | $10.60 | $21.21 |
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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