How far is Wauwatosa, WI from Kiel, WI?
The driving distance from Wauwatosa, WI to Kiel, WI is about 68 miles (109.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59.7 miles (96 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 15m 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 01h 37m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Village in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wauwatosa and Kiel.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wauwatosa and Kiel.
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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
4.3 mi · 5 min
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Turn slight left onto WI 57 North, I 43 North Alternate: Plymouth
38.2 mi · 55 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Water Street
48 m · 3 sec · East Water Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East Water Street
1762 ft · 30 sec · East Water Street
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Continue on South 1st Street
137 m · 13 sec · South 1st Street
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Turn left onto Fremont Street
1695 ft · 29 sec · Fremont Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Fremont Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wauwatosa and Kiel.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
WI 57 North
Turn slight left onto WI 57 North, I 43 North Alternate: Plymouth
38.2 mi · 00h 55m
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 Likely leaving Wauwatosa and Rain Showers near Kiel.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wauwatosa to Kiel?
The road trip is about 68 miles (109.5 km) and usually takes 01h 37m 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?
Fredonia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.1 miles from Wauwatosa and 34 miles from Kiel.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.7 miles (96 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.3 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 3:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.05 one way or $18.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Wauwatosa and Rain Showers near Kiel.
Stop Ideas Near Fredonia
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 Fredonia.
Sheboygan, Wisconsin
Milwaukee Intermodal Station
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
Milwaukee Airport Railroad Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wauwatosa and Kiel. Straight-line distance: 59.65 mi (95.99 km).
#1 Wauwatosa
A city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 48,084 |
| Coordinates | 43.0494600, -88.0075900 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kiel
City in Wisconsin, USA
| Population | 3,483 |
| Coordinates | 43.9124900, -88.0356500 |
| Altitude | 279 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kiel (-88.03565, 43.91249)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 110 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $9.05 | $18.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.21 | $20.41 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.17 | $22.34 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.73 | $25.46 |
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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