How far is Sauk City, WI from Reedsburg, WI?
The driving distance from Sauk City, WI to Reedsburg, WI is about 30.9 miles (49.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.9 miles (36.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 35m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Village in Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sauk City and Reedsburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sauk City and Reedsburg.
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Start on Water Street
8 m · 9 sec · Water Street
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Turn left onto Phillips Boulevard
1.4 km · 2 min · Phillips Boulevard
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Continue on US Highway 12 & State Highway 60
15 mi · 20 min · US Highway 12 & State Highway 60
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Take the exit slight right
1536 ft · 38 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward State Highway 136
7 m · 1 sec · State Highway 136
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 136
1354 ft · 35 sec · State Highway 136
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Turn left onto West Pine Street
1.3 km · 1 min · West Pine Street
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Continue on County Highway BD
2 mi · 4 min · County Highway BD
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Turn left onto Pit Road
1344 ft · 28 sec · Pit Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward State Highway 33
32 m · 2 sec · State Highway 33
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 33
531 ft · 10 sec · State Highway 33
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward State Highway 33
29 m · 2 sec · State Highway 33
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 33
5.5 mi · 8 min · State Highway 33
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Continue on East Main Street
3.2 mi · 4 min · East Main Street
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Turn left
115 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight onto East Main Street
2.4 mi · 6 min · East Main Street
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Continue on East Main Street
118 m · 19 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sauk City and Reedsburg.
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.
US Highway 12 & State Highway 60
Continue on US Highway 12 & State Highway 60
15 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.
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Sauk City and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Reedsburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sauk City to Reedsburg?
The road trip is about 30.9 miles (49.7 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
West Baraboo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.4 miles from Sauk City and 15.5 miles from Reedsburg.
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 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 4:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.11 one way or $8.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Sauk City and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Reedsburg.
Stop Ideas Near West Baraboo
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sauk City and Reedsburg. Straight-line distance: 22.92 mi (36.88 km).
#1 Sauk City
Village in Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 3,498 |
| Coordinates | 43.2708200, -89.7220700 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Reedsburg
City in Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 1,297 |
| Coordinates | 43.5324800, -90.0026300 |
| Altitude | 275 |
| Country | United States |
End: Reedsburg (-90.00263, 43.53248)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 50 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
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 | $4.11 | $8.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.64 | $9.27 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.07 | $10.15 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.78 | $11.56 |
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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