How far is Wauwatosa, WI from Brussels, WI?
The driving distance from Wauwatosa, WI to Brussels, WI is about 142.7 miles (229.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 118.1 miles (190.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 36m 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 48m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wauwatosa and Brussels.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wauwatosa and Brussels.
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Start on West State Street
3.2 mi · 9 min · West State Street
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Turn left onto North 27th Street
82 m · 8 sec · North 27th Street
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Turn right onto West Highland Avenue
1.1 mi · 3 min · West Highland Avenue
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Take the ramp left toward I 43 North
2017 ft · 59 sec
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Merge slight left onto North-South Freeway
20.1 mi · 25 min · North-South Freeway
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Continue straight
91.9 mi · 1 hr 38 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 54, WI 57: Sturgeon Bay, Algoma
1870 ft · 46 sec
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Keep slight right
1749 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
20.8 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight left
134 m · 12 sec
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Turn straight onto County Road D
64 m · 8 sec · County Road D
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Continue on County Road DK
4.5 mi · 7 min · County Road DK
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Turn left onto County Road C
32 m · 3 sec · County Road C
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road C
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wauwatosa and Brussels.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
North-South Freeway
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91.9 mi · 01h 38m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Wauwatosa and Chance Light Rain near Brussels.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wauwatosa to Brussels?
The road trip is about 142.7 miles (229.7 km) and usually takes 02h 48m 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?
Cleveland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71.3 miles from Wauwatosa and 71.4 miles from Brussels.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 118.1 miles (190.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.6 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 12:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.01 one way or $38.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Wauwatosa and Chance Light Rain near Brussels.
Stop Ideas Near Cleveland
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 Wauwatosa and Brussels. Straight-line distance: 118.12 mi (190.09 km).
#1 Wauwatosa
A city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 48,084 |
| Coordinates | 43.0494600, -88.0075900 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Brussels
Civil town in Door County, Wisconsin
| Population | 1,115 |
| Coordinates | 44.7361100, -87.6209300 |
| Altitude | 233 |
| Country | United States |
End: Brussels (-87.62093, 44.73611)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 230 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 46m |
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 | $19.01 | $38.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.44 | $42.87 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $23.46 | $46.91 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $26.73 | $53.46 |
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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