How far is Sister Bay, WI from Jacksonport, WI?
The driving distance from Sister Bay, WI to Jacksonport, WI is about 16.2 miles (26.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.7 miles (23.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 26m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Civil town in Door County, Wisconsin
Route Weather Snapshot
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Light Rain Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sister Bay and Jacksonport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sister Bay and Jacksonport.
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Start on the route
90 m · 27 sec
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Turn left onto Mill Road
91 m · 18 sec · Mill Road
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Turn left onto State Highway 42
984 ft · 32 sec · State Highway 42
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Turn left onto State Highway 57
15.9 mi · 26 min · State Highway 57
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Highway 57
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sister Bay and Jacksonport.
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.
State Highway 57
Turn left onto State Highway 57
15.9 mi · 00h 26m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Light Rain Likely leaving Sister Bay and Chance Light Rain near Jacksonport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sister Bay to Jacksonport?
The road trip is about 16.2 miles (26.1 km) and usually takes 00h 26m 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?
Baileys Harbor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.1 miles from Sister Bay and 8.1 miles from Jacksonport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.7 miles (23.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.5 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 7:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.15 one way or $4.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Sister Bay and Chance Light Rain near Jacksonport.
Stop Ideas Near Baileys Harbor
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 Baileys Harbor.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sister Bay and Jacksonport. Straight-line distance: 14.76 mi (23.75 km).
#1 Sister Bay
Village in Door County, Wisconsin
| Population | 934 |
| Coordinates | 45.1872100, -87.1209500 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jacksonport
City in Door County, Wisconsin, United States of America
| Population | 720 |
| Coordinates | 44.9786100, -87.1856600 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jacksonport (-87.18566, 44.97861)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 26 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.15 | $4.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.42 | $4.85 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.65 | $5.31 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.02 | $6.05 |
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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