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Summer Road Trips in Wisconsin

Routes

30

Avg Distance

366 mi

Avg Drive

7h 3m

Destinations

15

Wisconsin in summer offers a refreshing escape with 30 routes averaging 367 miles and 8 hours of driving. The state's mostly flat terrain, with max elevations around 1,300 feet, makes for comfortable cruising. Many routes boast a drive score of 8, indicating excellent driving experiences. With ample daylight and access to numerous parks, it's an ideal time to explore the Badger State's varied summer landscapes.

Fuel snapshot for this state

Regular

$4.24/gal

Diesel: $6.28/gal

Typical trip cost

$57–$69

One-way, ~366 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG

CO₂ per trip

~128 kg

ICE vehicle, one-way average

Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-10-19

Climate through the year: Wisconsin

Wisconsin peaks at around 82°F in Jul and cools to 31°F / 17°F in Jan. Wettest month is Jun at ~4.4 in of rain. Table highlights Summer months.

Month High °F Low °F Rain in Snow in
Jan 31 17 1.8 14.9
Feb 34 20 1.7 11.8
Mar 44 29 2.2 6.7
Apr 55 38 3.9 2.1
May 67 48 3.5 —
Jun peak 77 58 4.4 —
Jul peak 82 65 3.4 —
Aug peak 80 64 3.7 —
Sep 74 56 3.2 —
Oct 61 45 2.8 0.3
Nov 48 33 2.2 2.5
Dec 36 23 1.9 10.4

Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for WI — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.

Planning Tips

Frequently Asked Questions

We've identified 30 routes in Wisconsin that work well for summer travel, based on drive quality, typical weather conditions, and distance (averaging 366 miles).
Current regular gas averages $4.24/gallon in Wisconsin (week of 2026-10-19). Diesel: $6.28/gallon. A typical one-way trip on these routes costs between $57 and $69. Source: US Energy Information Administration.
Across Jun, Jul, Aug, Wisconsin typically sees daytime highs in the 77–82°F range with about 3.8 in of rain per month on average. Based on NOAA 1991–2020 monthly climate normals.
Drive times and distances come from OSRM routing over real OpenStreetMap road networks. Fuel costs use weekly US Energy Information Administration state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. EV charging data is sourced from NREL. Climate normals come from NOAA NCEI (1991–2020 reference period). Hazard data comes from FEMA and USGS public feeds.
Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.

Summer Routes

Editor's pick

Racine, WI → Superior, WI

416.1 mi 7h 58m Score: 8/10 ~$69 fuel

Through: Milwaukee → Eau Claire → Saint Paul

5 tricky spots High drive quality

This lengthy northern route scores an 8 for its driving quality and features 416 miles of mostly flat terrain. With park access throughout, it's a great option for a substantial summer exploration.

Editor's pick

Racine, WI → Cloverland, WI

413.7 mi 7h 57m Score: 8/10 ~$69 fuel

Through: Milwaukee → Eau Claire → Saint Paul +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Another high-scoring drive at 8, this 413-mile trip also features mostly flat terrain. Its inclusion of park access makes it a solid choice for summer adventures.

Editor's pick

Kenosha, WI → Lind, WI

406.7 mi 8h Score: 7/10 ~$68 fuel

Through: Fond Du Lac → Milwaukee → Eau Claire +3 more

5 tricky spots

This 406-mile option provides a drive score of 7 and traverses gently rolling terrain up to 1,324 feet. It offers park access, making it a pleasant summer excursion.

Lind, WI → Racine, WI

398.4 mi 7h 53m Score: 8/10 ~$66 fuel

Through: Fond Du Lac

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Milwaukee, WI → Superior, WI

392.4 mi 7h 22m Score: 8/10 ~$65 fuel

Through: Eau Claire → Saint Paul

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Superior, WI → New Berlin, WI

385.1 mi 7h 13m Score: 8/10 ~$64 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Wauwatosa, WI → Parkland, WI

380.3 mi 7h 1m Score: 8/10 ~$63 fuel

Through: Eau Claire → Saint Paul → Superior

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Lake Nebagamon, WI → Wauwatosa, WI

375.2 mi 7h Score: 8/10 ~$63 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Wauwatosa, WI → Lind, WI

367.8 mi 7h 11m Score: 8/10 ~$61 fuel

Through: Eau Claire → Saint Paul → Superior +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

West Allis, WI → Lind, WI

367.3 mi 7h 9m Score: 8/10 ~$61 fuel

Through: Eau Claire → Saint Paul → Superior +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Lind, WI → New Berlin, WI

365.1 mi 7h 7m Score: 8/10 ~$61 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Milwaukee, WI → Grantsburg, WI

365 mi 6h 56m Score: 8/10 ~$61 fuel

Through: Eau Claire → Saint Paul → Superior +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Kenosha, WI → Balsam Lake, WI

363.9 mi 7h 2m Score: 8/10 ~$61 fuel

Through: Fond Du Lac → Milwaukee → Eau Claire +3 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Grantsburg, WI → Menomonee Falls, WI

361.3 mi 6h 58m Score: 8/10 ~$60 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Grantsburg, WI → Wauwatosa, WI

361 mi 6h 53m Score: 8/10 ~$60 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Kenosha, WI → Prescott, WI

360.2 mi 6h 46m Score: 8/10 ~$60 fuel

Through: Fond Du Lac → Milwaukee → Eau Claire +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Osceola, WI → Racine, WI

358.3 mi 6h 52m Score: 8/10 ~$60 fuel

Through: River Falls → Eau Claire → Madison +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Randall, WI → Wauwatosa, WI

357.2 mi 7h 8m Score: 8/10 ~$60 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Menomonee Falls, WI → Randall, WI

357.1 mi 7h 12m Score: 8/10 ~$60 fuel

Through: Eau Claire → Saint Paul → Superior +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Shell Lake, WI → Kenosha, WI

357.1 mi 6h 44m Score: 8/10 ~$60 fuel

Through: Fond Du Lac

5 tricky spots High drive quality

New Berlin, WI → Randall, WI

353.9 mi 7h 2m Score: 8/10 ~$59 fuel

Through: Eau Claire → Saint Paul → Superior +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Racine, WI → Balsam Lake, WI

353.1 mi 6h 53m Score: 8/10 ~$59 fuel

Through: Fond Du Lac → Milwaukee → Eau Claire +3 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Amery, WI → Kenosha, WI

352.1 mi 6h 46m Score: 8/10 ~$59 fuel

Through: Fond Du Lac

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Prescott, WI → Racine, WI

351.3 mi 6h 37m Score: 8/10 ~$59 fuel

Through: Fond Du Lac

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hayward, WI → Milwaukee, WI

349.7 mi 6h 32m Score: 8/10 ~$58 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hudson, WI → Kenosha, WI

346.1 mi 6h 26m Score: 8/10 ~$58 fuel

Through: Fond Du Lac

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hurley, WI → Kenosha, WI

344.5 mi 7h 7m Score: 9/10 ~$57 fuel

Through: Madison → Waupaca → Appleton

5 tricky spots High drive quality

City of Janesville, WI → Lake Nebagamon, WI

343.4 mi 6h 25m Score: 8/10 ~$57 fuel

Through: Saint Paul → Superior

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Amery, WI → Racine, WI

343.4 mi 6h 37m Score: 8/10 ~$57 fuel

Through: Fond Du Lac

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Star Prairie, WI → Racine, WI

342.9 mi 6h 31m Score: 8/10 ~$57 fuel

Through: Eau Claire → Fond Du Lac

5 tricky spots High drive quality

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