How far is Waukesha, WI from De Pere, WI?
The driving distance from Waukesha, WI to De Pere, WI is about 117.1 miles (188.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 99.7 miles (160.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 22m 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 11m.
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Halfway Point
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Village in Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waukesha and De Pere.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waukesha and De Pere.
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Start on West Main Street
1708 ft · 43 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto White Rock Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · White Rock Avenue
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Turn sharp left onto East Moreland Boulevard
2116 ft · 1 min · East Moreland Boulevard
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Turn right onto Pewaukee Road
6.7 mi · 12 min · Pewaukee Road
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Continue on State Highway 164
5.9 mi · 9 min · State Highway 164
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Lovers Lane
41 m · 2 sec · Lovers Lane
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Exit the roundabout onto Lovers Lane
4 mi · 6 min · Lovers Lane
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Lovers Lane
36 m · 2 sec · Lovers Lane
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Exit the roundabout onto Lovers Lane
5 mi · 7 min · Lovers Lane
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Turn right onto State Highway 60 East
2009 ft · 34 sec · State Highway 60 East
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Continue on State Highway 60 East
890 ft · 15 sec · State Highway 60 East
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 41 North, US 41 North: Appleton, Fond du Lac
2494 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
98.3 mi · 1 hr 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CTH G
1587 ft · 39 sec
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Keep slight right
111 m · 9 sec
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Turn right onto West Main Avenue
87 m · 6 sec · West Main Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Main Avenue
38 m · 3 sec · West Main Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto West Main Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · West Main Avenue
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Continue on Reid Street
1689 ft · 45 sec · Reid Street
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Turn left onto 3rd Street
63 m · 4 sec · 3rd Street
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Keep slight right
2131 ft · 49 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
82 m · 4 sec
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Exit the roundabout
145 m · 8 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Broadway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waukesha and De Pere.
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
Merge slight left onto US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
98.3 mi · 01h 46m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Waukesha and Rain Showers near De Pere.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waukesha to De Pere?
The road trip is about 117.1 miles (188.5 km) and usually takes 02h 11m 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?
North Fond du Lac is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.3 miles from Waukesha and 54.9 miles from De Pere.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 99.7 miles (160.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.57 one way or $31.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Waukesha and Rain Showers near De Pere.
Stop Ideas Near North Fond du Lac
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waukesha and De Pere. Straight-line distance: 99.67 mi (160.4 km).
#1 Waukesha
City in and county seat of Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 8,939 |
| Coordinates | 43.0116800, -88.2314800 |
| Altitude | 248 |
| Country | United States |
#2 De Pere
City in Brown County, Wisconsin
| Population | 25,014 |
| Coordinates | 44.4488800, -88.0603800 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Broadway (-88.060484, 44.44888)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 189 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 27m |
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 | $15.57 | $31.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.56 | $35.13 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.22 | $38.44 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.91 | $43.81 |
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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