How far is Whitefish Bay, WI from Ellison Bay, WI?
The driving distance from Whitefish Bay, WI to Ellison Bay, WI is about 30.1 miles (48.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.1 miles (40.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 43m 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 51m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Whitefish Bay and Ellison Bay.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Whitefish Bay and Ellison Bay.
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Start on the route
5 m · 1 sec
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Continue on Whitefish Bay Road
2.3 mi · 6 min · Whitefish Bay Road
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Turn right onto Valmy Road
675 ft · 20 sec · Valmy Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 57
22.1 mi · 35 min · State Highway 57
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 42
5.6 mi · 10 min · State Highway 42
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Turn right onto Lakeview Road
47 m · 7 sec · Lakeview Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lakeview Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Whitefish Bay and Ellison Bay.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
State Highway 57
At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 57
22.1 mi · 00h 35m
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.
Rain leaving Whitefish Bay and Chance Rain Showers near Ellison Bay.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Whitefish Bay to Ellison Bay?
The road trip is about 30.1 miles (48.5 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?
Baileys Harbor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15 miles from Whitefish Bay and 15.1 miles from Ellison Bay.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.1 miles (40.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.00 one way or $7.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain around Whitefish Bay and Chance Rain Showers near Ellison Bay.
Stop Ideas Near Baileys Harbor
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 Baileys Harbor.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Whitefish Bay and Ellison Bay. Straight-line distance: 25.13 mi (40.45 km).
#1 Whitefish Bay
Village in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 13,770 |
| Coordinates | 44.9058300, -87.2173200 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ellison Bay
Ellison Bay is a place in Wisconsin, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 45.2547100, -87.0715000 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ellison Bay (-87.0715, 45.25471)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 49 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
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 | $4.00 | $7.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.51 | $9.02 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.93 | $9.87 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.62 | $11.24 |
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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