How far is Reedsburg, WI from Sauk City, WI?

Fastest route

The distance from Reedsburg, Wisconsin 53959, to Sauk City, Wisconsin 53583 is approximately 30.1 miles (48.4 kilometers). The fastest route is via State Hwy 33 Trunk E/WI-33 E and Iron Brigade Mem Hwy, and it takes about 34 minutes.

Directions

  1. Head east on State Hwy 33 Trunk E/WI-33 E/E Main St toward Myrtle St.
  2. Continue to follow State Hwy 33 Trunk E/WI-33 E.
  3. At the traffic circle, take the 1st exit onto the US-12 E/WI-33 E ramp to Baraboo.
  4. Merge onto US-12 E/WI-33/I-90 ALT/I-94 ALT.
  5. Keep left to continue on US-12.
  6. Continue straight onto Iron Brigade Mem Hwy.
  7. Continue straight onto US-12 E. Pass by Subway (on the left in 1 mi) Sauk City, Wisconsin 53583.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Plan your departure time to avoid rush hours and heavy traffic.
  • ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
  • 🗺️ Use a navigation app to stay on the correct route and avoid getting lost.
  • ☕ Take a break during the journey to stretch and rest if it's a long drive.
  • 🚧 Be aware of any road construction or detours that may affect your route.
  • 📱 Keep your phone charged and have emergency numbers saved in case of any issues.
  • 🍴 Consider packing snacks and drinks for the trip to stay refreshed along the way.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
30.12 mi
00h 35m
Flight
22.92 mi
36.88 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
22.92 mi
Kilometers
36.88 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
30.12 mi
Kilometers
48.48 km
Drive Time
00h 35m

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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 00h 35m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Sauk City
Fri, Apr 17, 9:11 AM CDT
Return by in Reedsburg
Fri, Apr 17, 9:46 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Reedsburg
2026-04-17T08:35
Arrive Sauk City
Fri, Apr 17, 9:11 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 35m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:35 AM to 7:35 PM CDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:20 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Reedsburg
10:00 PM CDT
Flexible departure

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
West Baraboo
WI

Village in Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States

From Reedsburg
15.4 mi
00h 17m
To Sauk City
14.7 mi
00h 17m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
78°F
Friday

Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S
Destination
77°F
Friday

Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Reedsburg and Sauk City.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Reedsburg and Sauk City.

  1. 1

    Start on East Main Street

    2.4 mi · 6 min · East Main Street

  2. 2

    Turn left

    134 m · 8 sec

  3. 3

    Turn slight right onto East Main Street

    3.1 mi · 4 min · East Main Street

  4. 4

    Continue on State Highway 33

    5.5 mi · 8 min · State Highway 33

  5. 5

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward State Highway 33

    29 m · 2 sec · State Highway 33

  6. 6

    Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 33

    535 ft · 9 sec · State Highway 33

  7. 7

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Pit Road

    27 m · 2 sec · Pit Road

  8. 8

    Exit the roundabout onto Pit Road

    1335 ft · 29 sec · Pit Road

  9. 9

    Turn right onto County Highway BD

    2 mi · 4 min · County Highway BD

  10. 10

    Continue on West Pine Street

    1.2 km · 1 min · West Pine Street

  11. 11

    Turn right onto State Highway 136

    1328 ft · 32 sec · State Highway 136

  12. 12

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 136

    40 m · 2 sec · State Highway 136

  13. 13

    Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 136

    119 m · 7 sec · State Highway 136

  14. 14

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US-12 EAST

    77 m · 4 sec

  15. 15

    Exit the roundabout onto US-12 EAST

    1518 ft · 37 sec

  16. 16

    Merge slight left

    15 mi · 20 min

  17. 17

    Continue on Phillips Boulevard

    1.4 km · 2 min · Phillips Boulevard

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Water Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Reedsburg and Sauk City.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
18 steps
12 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
9
1 merges, 8 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
59.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US-12 EAST
15.3 mi · 51%
State Highway 33
5.66 mi · 19%
East Main Street
5.51 mi · 18%
County Highway BD
2.02 mi · 7%
Phillips Boulevard
0.88 mi · 3%
West Pine Street
0.77 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

US-12 EAST

Merge slight left

15 mi · 00h 20m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 35m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7.2 mi
22.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
West Baraboo
00h 17m from Reedsburg
Leave By
7:20 PM CDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Reedsburg and Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Sauk City.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Reedsburg to Sauk City?

The road trip is about 30.1 miles (48.5 km) and usually takes 00h 35m 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?

West Baraboo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.4 miles from Reedsburg and 14.7 miles from Sauk City.

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

The direct path is about 22.9 miles (36.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:20 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.00 one way or $7.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Reedsburg and Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Sauk City.

Stop Ideas Near West Baraboo

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around West Baraboo, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to West Baraboo.

RAIL

Wisconsin Dells

17 mi away
Superior and La Crosse Sts.
RAIL

Portage

26 mi away
400 West Oneida Street
BUS

Westfield, WI

51 mi away
244 North Pioneer Park Road
BUS

Madison, Wisconsin

54 mi away
800 Langdon St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Reedsburg and Sauk City. Straight-line distance: 22.92 mi (36.88 km).

Reedsburg

#1 Reedsburg

City in Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States

Population1,297
Coordinates43.5324800, -90.0026300
Altitude275
CountryUnited States
Sauk City

#2 Sauk City

Village in Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States

Population3,498
Coordinates43.2708200, -89.7220700
Altitude226
CountryUnited States
Start: East Main Street (-90.00263, 43.53243)
End: US 12 (-89.722063, 43.270832)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 48 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 00m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 45m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 36m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 30m
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.

One-way fuel
1.06 gal
4.02 L · about $4.00
Round trip
$7.99
2.12 gal · 8.04 L
Estimated CO2
9.4 kg one way
Round trip: 18.8 kg / 41 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $4.00 $7.99
Mid-grade $4.25 $4.51 $9.02
Premium $4.65 $4.93 $9.87
Diesel $5.30 $5.62 $11.24

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 17, 2026

There is no time difference between Reedsburg and Sauk City. The current time is 08:35:51.

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.