Appleton, WI Road Trips
With 3 routes heading out and 4 heading in, Appleton, WI works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. Most drives stay under 127 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Appleton, WI head south, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
7
Longest Drive
171.8 mi
North La Crosse, WI
Quickest Drive
1h 55m
Wauwatosa, WI
Plan Around Appleton, WI
Popular Incoming Routes
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Continue From Appleton, WI
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Appleton, WI
Driving from Appleton, WI
The typical drive from Appleton, WI covers about 127 miles and takes around 2h 35m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 172 miles (3h 44m), while the shortest is just 102 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Appleton, WI most often head toward North La Crosse, WI (171.8 mi, 3h 44m), Milwaukee, WI (106.9 mi, 2h 3m), and West Allis, WI (101.8 mi, 1h 57m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
For the average 127-mile drive from Appleton, WI, expect to burn about 5 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.
With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 3 mapped routes leaving Appleton, WI and 4 routes heading into Appleton, WI, covering 7 total connections. Distances range from 102 to 172 miles.
The longest mapped route from Appleton, WI covers 172 miles and takes approximately 3h 44m. Shorter options start at just 102 miles.
The average route from Appleton, WI runs about 127 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 35m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
The most popular road trip destinations from Appleton, WI include North La Crosse, WI, Milwaukee, WI and West Allis, WI. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Appleton, WI by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
74,873
Median Income
$77,450
Median Home Value
$211,500
Median Age
36.9
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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