How far is Townsend, WI from West Allis, WI?
The driving distance from Townsend, WI to West Allis, WI is about 183.2 miles (294.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 162.3 miles (261.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 21m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 10m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Townsend and West Allis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Townsend and West Allis.
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Start on Elm Street
23 m · 4 sec · Elm Street
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Turn right onto State Highway 32
27.1 mi · 40 min · State Highway 32
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Turn right onto Red Banks Road
1905 ft · 32 sec · Red Banks Road
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Turn right onto County Road M
1.6 mi · 2 min · County Road M
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Turn left onto County Road R
12.3 mi · 17 min · County Road R
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 22
1.4 km · 2 min · State Highway 22
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Turn left onto State Highway 117
4.7 mi · 8 min · State Highway 117
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Continue on South Cecil Street
1.5 km · 2 min · South Cecil Street
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Continue on State Highway 47
17 mi · 25 min · State Highway 47
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Continue on North Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 47
3.5 mi · 5 min · State Highway 47
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Turn right onto County Road A
5.9 mi · 10 min · County Road A
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Continue on North Lynndale Drive
1 mi · 2 min · North Lynndale Drive
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward North Lynndale Drive
32 m · 2 sec · North Lynndale Drive
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Exit the roundabout onto North Lynndale Drive
2 mi · 4 min · North Lynndale Drive
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Turn right onto West Northland Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · West Northland Avenue
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 41 South, US 41 South: Oshkosh, Milwaukee
1508 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
98.9 mi · 1 hr 49 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 Townsend 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
98.9 mi · 01h 49m
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 Snow Showers leaving Townsend and Showers And Thunderstorms near West Allis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Townsend to West Allis?
The road trip is about 183.2 miles (294.8 km) and usually takes 03h 10m 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?
Neenah is a useful midpoint, sitting about 90.6 miles from Townsend and 92.6 miles from West Allis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 162.3 miles (261.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:38 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.36 one way or $48.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Townsend and Showers And Thunderstorms near West Allis.
Stop Ideas Near Neenah
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 Townsend and West Allis. Straight-line distance: 162.28 mi (261.17 km).
#1 Townsend
Town in Oconto County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 1,005 |
| Coordinates | 45.3280200, -88.5895500 |
| Altitude | 413 |
| 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: 295 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
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 | $24.36 | $48.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.47 | $54.95 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $30.06 | $60.13 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.26 | $68.53 |
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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