How far is West Allis, WI from Jamestown, WI?
The driving distance from West Allis, WI to Jamestown, WI is about 160.7 miles (258.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 132.2 miles (212.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 19m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 09m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Dane County, Wisconsin
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Allis and Jamestown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Allis and Jamestown.
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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 left to continue on I 39 South, I 90 East, WI 30 West: Janesville, Madison
1264 ft · 15 sec
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Take the exit slight left toward I 39 South, I 90 East: Janesville
1377 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight right
3.2 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 12 West, US 18 West: Madison
1.4 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto South Beltline Highway
8.2 mi · 11 min · South Beltline Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 18 West, US 151 South: Dodgeville
77.4 mi · 1 hr 31 min
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Continue on Great River Road
1 km · 49 sec · Great River Road
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Turn left onto Old Highway Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Old Highway Road
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Turn left onto County Road H
2.3 mi · 4 min · County Road H
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road H
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Allis and Jamestown.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 18 West
Take the exit slight right toward US 18 West, US 151 South: Dodgeville
77.4 mi · 01h 31m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving West Allis and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Jamestown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Allis to Jamestown?
The road trip is about 160.7 miles (258.6 km) and usually takes 03h 09m 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?
Shorewood Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.2 miles from West Allis and 80.5 miles from Jamestown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 132.2 miles (212.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.5 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 10:40 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.38 one way or $42.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around West Allis and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Jamestown.
Stop Ideas Near Shorewood Hills
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 Shorewood Hills.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Allis and Jamestown. Straight-line distance: 132.2 mi (212.75 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 Jamestown
Town in Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 2,122 |
| Coordinates | 42.5877800, -90.5484600 |
| Altitude | 282 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jamestown (-90.54846, 42.58778)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 259 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
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 | $21.38 | $42.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.11 | $48.23 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.39 | $52.78 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $30.07 | $60.15 |
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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