How far is West Allis, WI from Athens, WI?

The driving distance from West Allis, WI to Athens, WI is about 208.1 miles (334.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 02m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 173.1 miles (278.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
208.12 mi
04h 02m
Flight
173.06 mi
278.51 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
173.06 mi
Kilometers
278.51 km
Flight Time
00h 20m

Driving Distance

Road route
208.12 mi
Kilometers
334.94 km
Drive Time
04h 02m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 04h 02m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Athens
Wed, Apr 15, 7:15 AM CDT
Return by in West Allis
Wed, Apr 15, 11:18 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave West Allis
2026-04-15T03:12
Arrive Athens
Wed, Apr 15, 7:15 AM CDT
Route Timing
04h 02m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:03 AM to 12:03 PM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
8:54 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in West Allis
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Fremont
WI

Town in Waupaca County, Wisconsin

From West Allis
104 mi
02h 01m
To Athens
104.1 mi
02h 01m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
58°F
Wednesday

Rain Showers Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph SE
Destination
58°F
Wednesday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 1:00 AM CDT
Wind
13 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between West Allis and Athens.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between West Allis and Athens.

  1. 1

    Start on West Greenfield Avenue

    1.4 mi · 4 min · West Greenfield Avenue

  2. 2

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 894 West, US 45 North

    907 ft · 24 sec

  3. 3

    Keep slight left to continue on I 94: Madison, Milwaukee

    751 ft · 18 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left onto Zoo Freeway

    20.4 mi · 25 min · Zoo Freeway

  5. 5

    Keep slight left to continue on US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton

    61.6 mi · 1 hr 6 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward US 45: New London, Algoma Boulevard

    929 ft · 23 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on US 45 North: New London

    1.3 km · 58 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    15.2 mi · 18 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on US Highway 10

    46.6 mi · 55 min · US Highway 10

  10. 10

    Continue on Main Street

    1.3 mi · 3 min · Main Street

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward I 39 North, US 51 North, US 10 West

    6.6 mi · 8 min

  12. 12

    Continue straight

    23.3 mi · 25 min

  13. 13

    Merge slight right

    3.2 mi · 4 min

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward WI 29 West: Abbotsford, Chippewa Falls

    18.3 mi · 22 min

  15. 15

    Turn right onto County Road M

    6.6 mi · 9 min · County Road M

  16. 16

    Turn right onto State Highway 97

    1.5 mi · 3 min · State Highway 97

  17. 17

    Continue on Pine Street

    3230 ft · 1 min · Pine Street

  18. 18

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Mueller Street

    1299 ft · 28 sec · Mueller Street

  19. 19

    Turn right onto Alfred Street

    12 m · 2 sec · Alfred Street

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Alfred Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between West Allis and Athens.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
20 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 41 North
61.6 mi · 30%
US Highway 10
46.6 mi · 22%
I 39 North
33.2 mi · 16%
Zoo Freeway
20.4 mi · 10%
WI 29 West
18.3 mi · 9%
US 45 North
16 mi · 8%
Longest Stretch

US 41 North

Keep slight left to continue on US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton

61.6 mi · 01h 06m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
04h 02m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 06m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+35 mi
173.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Fremont
02h 01m from West Allis
Leave By
8:54 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Rain Showers Likely leaving West Allis and Light Rain Likely near Athens.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from West Allis to Athens?

The road trip is about 208.1 miles (334.9 km) and usually takes 04h 02m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Fremont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 104 miles from West Allis and 104.1 miles from Athens.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 173.1 miles (278.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 35 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:54 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.68 one way or $55.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 65.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around West Allis and Light Rain Likely near Athens.

Stop Ideas Near Fremont

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Fremont, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fremont.

BUS

Waupaca, Wisconsin

23 mi away
1222 West Fulton St.
BUS

Oshkosh, WI

36 mi away
208 Osceola Street
BUS

Appleton, Wisconsin

37 mi away
100 East Washington St.
BUS

Oshkosh, Wisconsin

38 mi away
525 West 20th Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between West Allis and Athens. Straight-line distance: 173.06 mi (278.51 km).

West Allis

#1 West Allis

The most populous city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.

Population59,748
Coordinates43.0166800, -88.0070300
Altitude222
CountryUnited States
Athens

#2 Athens

Village in Marathon County, Wisconsin

Population1,079
Coordinates45.0330200, -90.0740200
Altitude427
CountryUnited States
Start: West Allis (-88.00703, 43.01668)
End: Athens (-90.07402, 45.03302)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 335 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 56m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 12m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 09m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 28m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 58m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 35m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.34 gal
27.8 L · about $27.68
Round trip
$55.36
14.68 gal · 55.6 L
Estimated CO2
65.2 kg one way
Round trip: 130.5 kg / 288 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $27.68 $55.36
Mid-grade $4.25 $31.22 $62.43
Premium $4.65 $34.16 $68.32
Diesel $5.30 $38.93 $77.86

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Wisconsin · Apr 15, 2026

There is no time difference between West Allis and Athens. The current time is 03:12:19.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.