How far is West Allis, WI from Delavan, WI?
The driving distance from West Allis, WI to Delavan, WI is about 46.4 miles (74.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.8 miles (67.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 54m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 57m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
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 West Allis and Delavan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Allis and Delavan.
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Start on West Greenfield Avenue
1.5 mi · 4 min · West Greenfield Avenue
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Turn left onto I 41 South, I 894 East, US 45 South
1706 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left onto Zoo Freeway
3.2 mi · 4 min · Zoo Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 43 South, US 45 South: Beloit
39.5 mi · 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 50: Delavan
1710 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right onto East Geneva Street
1.4 km · 3 min · East Geneva Street
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Turn slight right
66 m · 4 sec
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Turn slight right onto South 7th Street
1300 ft · 47 sec · South 7th Street
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Turn left onto East Washington Street
1238 ft · 44 sec · East Washington Street
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Turn right onto South 4th Street
686 ft · 32 sec · South 4th Street
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Turn right onto East Walworth Avenue
9 m · 1 sec · East Walworth Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Walworth Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Allis and Delavan.
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
39.5 mi · 00h 43m
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 West Allis and Mostly Sunny near Delavan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Allis to Delavan?
The road trip is about 46.4 miles (74.6 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?
Potter Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.2 miles from West Allis and 23.2 miles from Delavan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.8 miles (67.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.6 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 4:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.18 one way or $12.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around West Allis and Mostly Sunny near Delavan.
Stop Ideas Near Potter Lake
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 Potter Lake.
Milwaukee Airport Railroad Station
Sturtevant station
Milwaukee Intermodal Station
Janesville, Wisconsin
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Allis and Delavan. Straight-line distance: 41.76 mi (67.2 km).
#1 West Allis
The most populous city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 59,748 |
| Coordinates | 43.0166800, -88.0070300 |
| Altitude | 222 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Delavan
City in United States of America
| Population | 5,356 |
| Coordinates | 42.6330700, -88.6437100 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| Country | United States |
End: Delavan (-88.64371, 42.63307)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 75 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
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 | $6.18 | $12.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.97 | $13.95 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.63 | $15.27 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.70 | $17.40 |
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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