How far is Wauwatosa, WI from Palmyra, WI?
The driving distance from Wauwatosa, WI to Palmyra, WI is about 39 miles (62.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 55m 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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Town in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wauwatosa and Palmyra.
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Start on West State Street
42 m · 6 sec · West State Street
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Continue on West Menomonee River Parkway
110 m · 22 sec · West Menomonee River Parkway
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Turn left onto Harmonee Avenue
876 ft · 30 sec · Harmonee Avenue
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Turn slight right onto Harwood Avenue
158 m · 16 sec · Harwood Avenue
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Turn left onto North Glenview Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · North Glenview Avenue
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Turn right onto West Bluemound Road
1.5 km · 2 min · West Bluemound Road
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Turn left onto I 41 South, US 45 South
2184 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left onto Zoo Freeway
4.4 mi · 6 min · Zoo Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 43 South, US 45 South: Beloit
16.9 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 83: Waterford, Mukwonago
1467 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight right
154 m · 14 sec
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Turn straight onto South Rochester Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · South Rochester Street
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Turn slight left
158 m · 29 sec
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Turn slight left onto County Highway NN
6.2 mi · 10 min · County Highway NN
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Continue on East Main Street
3049 ft · 2 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto Partridge Street
860 ft · 43 sec · Partridge Street
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Turn left onto West Waukesha Road
2749 ft · 1 min · West Waukesha Road
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Continue on State Highway 59
5 mi · 7 min · State Highway 59
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Continue on East Main Street
2998 ft · 53 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North 2nd Street
55 m · 8 sec · North 2nd Street
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Turn left
48 m · 12 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wauwatosa and Palmyra.
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 43 South
Take the exit slight right toward I 43 South, US 45 South: Beloit
16.9 mi · 00h 19m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Wauwatosa and Mostly Sunny near Palmyra.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wauwatosa to Palmyra?
The road trip is about 39 miles (62.7 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
Vernon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.4 miles from Wauwatosa and 19.5 miles from Palmyra.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.4 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 4:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.17 one way or $10.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Wauwatosa and Mostly Sunny near Palmyra.
Stop Ideas Near Vernon
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Milwaukee Airport Railroad Station
Milwaukee Intermodal Station
Sturtevant station
Janesville, Wisconsin
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wauwatosa and Palmyra. Straight-line distance: 31.57 mi (50.81 km).
#1 Wauwatosa
A city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 48,084 |
| Coordinates | 43.0494600, -88.0075900 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Palmyra
Civil town in Jefferson County, Wisconsin
| Population | 1,219 |
| Coordinates | 42.8777900, -88.5862100 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
End: Palmyra (-88.58621, 42.87779)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 63 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.17 | $10.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.83 | $11.65 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.38 | $12.75 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.27 | $14.53 |
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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