How far is West Allis, WI from Edson, WI?
The driving distance from West Allis, WI to Edson, WI is about 243.6 miles (392 km), with a travel time of about 04h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 200.3 miles (322.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 37m 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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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 Edson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Allis and Edson.
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Start on West Greenfield Avenue
1.4 mi · 4 min · West Greenfield Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 894 West, US 45 North
907 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94: Madison, Milwaukee
751 ft · 18 sec
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Merge slight left onto Zoo Freeway
6 m · 1 sec · Zoo Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 West, I 94 East: Madison, Milwaukee
937 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94 West: Madison
3267 ft · 56 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94 West: Madison
665 ft · 11 sec
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Merge slight left onto East-West Freeway
10.2 mi · 12 min · East-West Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on East-West Freeway
53.5 mi · 57 min · East-West Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 39 North, I 90 West, I 94 West: Wisconsin Dells, Eau Claire
29.1 mi · 31 min
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Keep slight left
63.5 mi · 1 hr 8 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 94 West: Eau Claire, Saint Paul
31.8 mi · 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 12, WI 27, I 94 Alternate: Merrilian, Black River Falls
1660 ft · 40 sec
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Keep slight right
124 m · 10 sec
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Turn straight onto US Highway 12
9.6 mi · 13 min · US Highway 12
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Continue on South Hammond Street
1760 ft · 50 sec · South Hammond Street
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Continue on Washington Street
2562 ft · 1 min · Washington Street
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Continue on US Highway 12
10.9 mi · 15 min · US Highway 12
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At the end of the road, turn left onto US Highway 10
2.5 mi · 3 min · US Highway 10
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Turn right onto US Highway 12
60 m · 5 sec · US Highway 12
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Turn right onto South Center Street
661 ft · 13 sec · South Center Street
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Continue on County Highway H
23.1 mi · 38 min · County Highway H
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Turn left onto 50th Avenue
2 mi · 3 min · 50th Avenue
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Continue on County Highway V
2.7 mi · 4 min · County Highway V
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At the end of the road, turn right onto County Highway D
2804 ft · 43 sec · County Highway D
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Highway D
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Allis and Edson.
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 39 North
Keep slight left
63.5 mi · 01h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving West Allis and Rain Showers Likely near Edson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Allis to Edson?
The road trip is about 243.6 miles (392 km) and usually takes 04h 48m 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?
Lyndon Station is a useful midpoint, sitting about 121.6 miles from West Allis and 121.9 miles from Edson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 200.3 miles (322.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:22 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.39 one way or $64.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 76.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around West Allis and Rain Showers Likely near Edson.
Stop Ideas Near Lyndon Station
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 Lyndon Station.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Allis and Edson. Straight-line distance: 200.33 mi (322.4 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 Edson
Human settlement in Chippewa County, Wisconsin, United States of America
| Population | 1,134 |
| Coordinates | 44.9299600, -91.0348700 |
| Altitude | 329 |
| Country | United States |
End: Edson (-91.03487, 44.92996)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 392 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 02m |
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 | $32.39 | $64.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $36.53 | $73.07 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $39.98 | $79.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $45.56 | $91.12 |
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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