How far is West Allis, WI from Genoa City, WI?

The estimated driving distance from West Allis, WI to Genoa City, WI is about 53.1 miles (85.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 21m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 39.3 miles (63.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 42m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Road route is being refreshed. This page currently uses an estimated driving distance until a routing provider returns the full road geometry.
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Road
53.11 mi
01h 21m · estimated
Flight
39.35 mi
63.32 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
39.35 mi
Kilometers
63.32 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
53.11 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
85.48 km
Drive Time
01h 21m

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 21m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Genoa City
Fri, Apr 10, 10:19 PM CDT
Return by in West Allis
Fri, Apr 10, 11:41 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave West Allis
2026-04-10T20:58
Arrive Genoa City
Fri, Apr 10, 10:19 PM CDT
Route Timing
01h 21m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:21 AM to 11:21 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:48 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in West Allis
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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
Waterford
WI

Village in Racine County, Wisconsin, United States

From West Allis
19.7 mi
00h 40m
To Genoa City
33.4 mi
00h 40m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
48°F
Friday

Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph N
Destination
50°F
Friday

Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph N

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Step-by-step road directions between West Allis and Genoa City.

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Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 21m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+13.8 mi
39.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Waterford
00h 40m from West Allis
Leave By
3:48 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Cloudy leaving West Allis and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Genoa City.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from West Allis to Genoa City?

The road trip is about 53.1 miles (85.5 km) and usually takes 01h 21m 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?

Waterford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.7 miles from West Allis and 33.4 miles from Genoa City.

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

The direct path is about 39.3 miles (63.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.8 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 3:48 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.05 one way or $14.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Cloudy around West Allis and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Genoa City.

Stop Ideas Near Waterford

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Waterford, 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 Waterford.

RAIL

Sturtevant station

26 mi away
9900 East Exploration Court
RAIL

Milwaukee Airport Railroad Station

31 mi away
5601 South 6th Street
RAIL

Milwaukee Intermodal Station

39 mi away
433 West St. Paul Ave.
BUS

Janesville, Wisconsin

64 mi away
3120 North Pontiac Drive

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between West Allis and Genoa City. Straight-line distance: 39.35 mi (63.32 km).

West Allis

#1 West Allis

The most populous city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.

Population59,748
Coordinates43.0166800, -88.0070300
Altitude222
CountryUnited States
Genoa City

#2 Genoa City

Village in Walworth County, Wisconsin

Population2,975
Coordinates42.4983500, -88.3281500
Altitude253
CountryUnited States
Start: West Allis (-88.00703, 43.01668)
End: Genoa City (-88.32815, 42.49835)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 85 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 46m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 19m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 03m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 53m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 45m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 39m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.87 gal
7.09 L · about $7.05
Round trip
$14.10
3.74 gal · 14.18 L
Estimated CO2
16.6 kg one way
Round trip: 33.2 kg / 73 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $7.05 $14.10
Mid-grade $4.25 $7.95 $15.91
Premium $4.65 $8.70 $17.41
Diesel $5.30 $9.92 $19.84

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 11, 2026

There is no time difference between West Allis and Genoa City. The current time is 20:58:33.

Distance to Other Cities

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