How far is Star Prairie, WI from Milwaukee, WI?
The driving distance from Star Prairie, WI to Milwaukee, WI is about 316.8 miles (509.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 273.5 miles (440.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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Village in Monroe County, Wisconsin
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Star Prairie and Milwaukee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Star Prairie and Milwaukee.
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Start on Bridge Avenue
24 m · 7 sec · Bridge Avenue
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Turn left onto Main Street
791 ft · 19 sec · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 65
4.1 mi · 6 min · State Highway 65
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Turn slight left onto WIS 64 EAST
146 m · 22 sec
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Turn left onto State Highway 64
4.8 mi · 7 min · State Highway 64
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Turn right onto County Highway T
10.1 mi · 14 min · County Highway T
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At the end of the road, turn left onto US-12
3040 ft · 47 sec · US-12
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Continue on Davis Street
2.7 mi · 6 min · Davis Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward County Highway T
40 m · 3 sec · County Highway T
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Exit the roundabout onto County Highway T
148 m · 28 sec · County Highway T
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward I-94 Eastbound: Menomonie, Eau Claire
77 m · 15 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto I-94 Eastbound: Menomonie, Eau Claire
1591 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
221.9 mi · 3 hr 58 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94: Milwaukee
70.7 mi · 1 hr 19 min
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Keep slight left to continue on East-West Freeway
1.5 km · 1 min · East-West Freeway
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Take the exit slight left toward Jackson Street, Van Buren Street
1312 ft · 25 sec
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Turn slight right onto Jackson Street South
94 m · 15 sec
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Turn right onto East Saint Paul Avenue
671 ft · 24 sec · East Saint Paul Avenue
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Turn right onto North Milwaukee Street
1381 ft · 47 sec · North Milwaukee Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Milwaukee Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Star Prairie and Milwaukee.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I-94 Eastbound
Merge slight left
222 mi · 03h 58m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain And Snow Showers leaving Star Prairie and Showers And Thunderstorms near Milwaukee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Star Prairie to Milwaukee?
The road trip is about 316.8 miles (509.9 km) and usually takes 04h 55m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Oakdale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 158.4 miles from Star Prairie and 158.4 miles from Milwaukee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 273.5 miles (440.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:08 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $42.16 one way or $84.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 99.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Star Prairie and Showers And Thunderstorms near Milwaukee.
Stop Ideas Near Oakdale
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 Star Prairie and Milwaukee. Straight-line distance: 273.51 mi (440.17 km).
#1 Star Prairie
Village in St.
| Population | 3,640 |
| Coordinates | 45.1969100, -92.5307500 |
| Altitude | 284 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Milwaukee
The thirtieth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Milwaukee metropolitan area.
| Population | 589,067 |
| Coordinates | 43.0389000, -87.9064700 |
| Altitude | 188 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Milwaukee Street (-87.906566, 43.038895)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 510 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 57m |
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 | $42.16 | $84.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $47.55 | $95.10 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $52.03 | $104.06 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $59.30 | $118.60 |
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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