How far is Vernon, WI from Stevens Point, WI?
The driving distance from Vernon, WI to Stevens Point, WI is about 165 miles (265.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 129.9 miles (209.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 13m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 36m.
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.
Civil town in Wood County, Wisconsin
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Vernon and Stevens Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vernon and Stevens Point.
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Start on National Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · National Avenue
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Turn right onto Big Bend Drive
1645 ft · 45 sec · Big Bend Drive
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Turn left onto I 43 North
1230 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
9.8 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 41 North, US 45 North, I 894 West: Fond du Lac, Madison
3078 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight right onto Zoo Freeway
24.1 mi · 30 min · Zoo Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
61.6 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 45: New London, Algoma Boulevard
929 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 45 North: New London
1.3 km · 58 sec
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Merge slight left
15.2 mi · 18 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US Highway 10
46.6 mi · 55 min · US Highway 10
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Continue on Main Street
3.7 mi · 8 min · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Vernon and Stevens Point.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 41 North
Keep slight left to continue on US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
61.6 mi · 01h 06m
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 Showers leaving Vernon and Rain Showers Likely near Stevens Point.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Vernon to Stevens Point?
The road trip is about 165 miles (265.5 km) and usually takes 02h 36m 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?
Dexter is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82.4 miles from Vernon and 82.6 miles from Stevens Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 129.9 miles (209.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.1 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 1:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.96 one way or $47.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Vernon and Rain Showers Likely near Stevens Point.
Stop Ideas Near Dexter
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 Dexter.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Vernon and Stevens Point. Straight-line distance: 129.95 mi (209.14 km).
#1 Vernon
Town in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 7,670 |
| Coordinates | 42.9036200, -88.2523100 |
| Altitude | 269 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Stevens Point
City in Portage County, Wisconsin
| Population | 25,949 |
| Coordinates | 44.5235800, -89.5745600 |
| Altitude | 332 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-89.57456, 44.523464)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 266 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 03m |
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 | $23.96 | $47.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.72 | $27.44 | $54.88 |
| Premium | $5.30 | $30.82 | $61.65 |
| Diesel | $6.19 | $36.03 | $72.06 |
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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