How far is Stevens Point, WI from Rhinelander, WI?
The driving distance from Stevens Point, WI to Rhinelander, WI is about 91.2 miles (146.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 77.3 miles (124.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 42m 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 01h 51m.
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.
Town in Lincoln County, Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Stevens Point and Rhinelander.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stevens Point and Rhinelander.
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Start on Main Street
20 m · 6 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Division Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · Division Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Division Street
36 m · 7 sec · Division Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Division Street
713 ft · 13 sec · Division Street
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Take the ramp straight toward I 39, US 51
1020 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 39, US 51
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
2.7 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
23.3 mi · 25 min
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Merge slight right
46.5 mi · 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 8: Prentice, Rhinelander
1980 ft · 48 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 8: Rhinelander
85 m · 10 sec
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Turn right
14.3 mi · 20 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Kemp Street
42 m · 8 sec · West Kemp Street
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Exit the roundabout onto West Kemp Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Kemp Street
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Turn left onto Arbutus Street
145 m · 13 sec · Arbutus Street
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Continue on South Petham Street
1319 ft · 41 sec · South Petham Street
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Turn slight left onto South Stevens Street
109 m · 11 sec · South Stevens Street
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Turn left onto West King Street
61 m · 9 sec · West King Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West King Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Stevens Point and Rhinelander.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 39
Merge slight right
46.5 mi · 00h 54m
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.
Rain leaving Stevens Point and Rain Showers near Rhinelander.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Stevens Point to Rhinelander?
The road trip is about 91.2 miles (146.7 km) and usually takes 01h 51m 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?
Pine River is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.5 miles from Stevens Point and 45.6 miles from Rhinelander.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 77.3 miles (124.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.9 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 2:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.25 one way or $26.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain around Stevens Point and Rain Showers near Rhinelander.
Stop Ideas Near Pine River
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 Pine River.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Stevens Point and Rhinelander. Straight-line distance: 77.31 mi (124.42 km).
#1 Stevens Point
City in Portage County, Wisconsin
| Population | 25,949 |
| Coordinates | 44.5235800, -89.5745600 |
| Altitude | 332 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rhinelander
City in and county seat of Oneida County, Wisconsin
| Population | 7,637 |
| Coordinates | 45.6366200, -89.4120800 |
| Altitude | 472 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rhinelander (-89.41208, 45.63662)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 147 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 08m |
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 | $4.12 | $13.25 | $26.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.72 | $15.18 | $30.36 |
| Premium | $5.30 | $17.05 | $34.11 |
| Diesel | $6.19 | $19.94 | $39.87 |
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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