How far is Three Lakes, WI from West Allis, WI?
The driving distance from Three Lakes, WI to West Allis, WI is about 227.9 miles (366.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 200.5 miles (322.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 47m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 53m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Outagamie and Waupaca Counties, Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain
Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Three Lakes and West Allis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Three Lakes and West Allis.
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Start on Lake Drive
5 m · 6 sec · Lake Drive
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Turn left onto Superior Street
1801 ft · 49 sec · Superior Street
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Continue on US Highway 45
16.4 mi · 23 min · US Highway 45
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Take the exit slight right
1.3 km · 1 min
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Turn left
30.1 mi · 44 min
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Turn right onto Century Avenue
1337 ft · 28 sec · Century Avenue
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Turn left onto Clermont Street
2 mi · 5 min · Clermont Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 10th Avenue
152 m · 16 sec · 10th Avenue
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Turn right onto South Superior Street
5.1 mi · 8 min · South Superior Street
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Continue straight
4.7 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
13.5 mi · 19 min
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Turn left
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CTH Q, US 45 South: Clintonville
1329 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight right
66 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left onto US Highway 45
17.1 mi · 24 min · US Highway 45
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Continue on East Prospect Avenue
7.6 mi · 11 min · East Prospect Avenue
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1.3 km · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on US Highway 45
23.8 mi · 33 min · US Highway 45
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US Highway 45
34 m · 6 sec · US Highway 45
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Exit the roundabout onto US Highway 45
5.9 mi · 8 min · US Highway 45
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Keep slight right to continue on US 45 South: Oshkosh
12.3 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 41 South: Milwaukee
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Merge slight left
80.8 mi · 1 hr 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 East, I 94 West: Milwaukee, Madison
1381 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94 East, I 43 South Alternate: Milwaukee
1.1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on WI 181: 84th Street
1906 ft · 47 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on WI 181 South: 84th Street South, Milwaukee Mile Speedway, Pettit National Ice Center
59 m · 5 sec
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Turn right onto South 84th Street
1.1 km · 2 min · South 84th Street
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Turn left onto West Greenfield Avenue
2754 ft · 2 min · West Greenfield Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Greenfield Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Three Lakes and West Allis.
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 41 South
Merge slight left
80.8 mi · 01h 29m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain leaving Three Lakes and Mostly Cloudy near West Allis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Three Lakes to West Allis?
The road trip is about 227.9 miles (366.8 km) and usually takes 03h 53m 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?
New London is a useful midpoint, sitting about 114 miles from Three Lakes and 114 miles from West Allis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 200.5 miles (322.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.4 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 9:12 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.32 one way or $60.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 71.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain around Three Lakes and Mostly Cloudy near West Allis.
Stop Ideas Near New London
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 New London.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Three Lakes and West Allis. Straight-line distance: 200.47 mi (322.63 km).
#1 Three Lakes
Human settlement in Oneida County, Wisconsin, United States of America
| Population | 2,126 |
| Coordinates | 45.7982900, -89.1629000 |
| Altitude | 507 |
| Country | United States |
#2 West Allis
The most populous city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 59,748 |
| Coordinates | 43.0166800, -88.0070300 |
| Altitude | 222 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Greenfield Avenue (-88.007075, 43.01665)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 367 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 50m |
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 | $30.32 | $60.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $34.19 | $68.39 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $37.42 | $74.84 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $42.64 | $85.29 |
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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