How far is Wauwatosa, WI from Plymouth, WI?
The driving distance from Wauwatosa, WI to Plymouth, WI is about 55.4 miles (89.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.3 miles (77.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 39m 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 19m.
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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Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wauwatosa and Plymouth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wauwatosa and Plymouth.
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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
24.3 mi · 33 min
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Turn slight left
721 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left onto Eastern Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · Eastern Avenue
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Continue on East Mill Street
1045 ft · 25 sec · East Mill Street
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Turn right onto North Stafford Street
133 m · 21 sec · North Stafford Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
24 m · 3 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wauwatosa and Plymouth.
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
24.3 mi · 00h 33m
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.
Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Wauwatosa and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Plymouth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wauwatosa to Plymouth?
The road trip is about 55.4 miles (89.1 km) and usually takes 01h 19m 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?
Saukville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.7 miles from Wauwatosa and 27.7 miles from Plymouth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.3 miles (77.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.1 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 3:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.35 one way or $14.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Sunny around Wauwatosa and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Plymouth.
Stop Ideas Near Saukville
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 Saukville.
Milwaukee Intermodal Station
Sheboygan, Wisconsin
Milwaukee Airport Railroad Station
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wauwatosa and Plymouth. Straight-line distance: 48.33 mi (77.78 km).
#1 Wauwatosa
A city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 48,084 |
| Coordinates | 43.0494600, -88.0075900 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Plymouth
City in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 3,182 |
| Coordinates | 43.7486100, -87.9770400 |
| Altitude | 257 |
| Country | United States |
End: Plymouth (-87.97704, 43.74861)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 89 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 41m |
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 | $7.35 | $14.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.29 | $16.59 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.08 | $18.15 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.34 | $20.69 |
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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