Origin
Amery, WI
Evening in Amery on Saturday
Local time
8:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Amery, WI to Kenosha, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 46m
Distance
352.1 mi
567 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$55
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 35m
★
6 AM
6h 46m
8 AM
7h 10m
10 AM
6h 55m
12 PM
6h 52m
3 PM
6h 56m
5 PM
7h 9m
8 PM
6h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Amery, WI
Tom Fisk
Kenosha, WI
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Trip Overview
This 352.1-mile journey from Amery, WI, to Kenosha, WI, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 6 hours and 46 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-94 and US Highway 63, you'll experience a 95% highway-focused drive. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $55, making it a budget-friendly option for exploring the Midwest. Given its duration and highway-centric nature, this route is perfectly suited as a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. You'll be traveling within Wisconsin for the entirety of the drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
176.1 miles from Amery, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 23m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 283 mi | 5h 4m |
| North-South Freeway | 23.3 mi | 25m |
| US Highway 63 | 14.1 mi | 21m |
| Keller Avenue South | 8.2 mi | 14m |
| Airport Freeway | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Zoo Freeway | 4 mi | 5m |
| Burlington Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Washington Road | 3.3 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 283 mi, about 5h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Amery, WI and Kenosha, WI.
1
Start on WI 46; CTH F
8.2 mi
·
14 min
·
Keller Avenue South
2
Continue on WI 46
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue on WI 46
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 46
4
Enter roundabout onto US 63
143 ft
·
8 sec
·
US Highway 63
Toward US 63 Southbound, Baldwin
5
Continue on US 63
14 mi
·
21 min
·
US Highway 63
Toward US 63 Southbound, Baldwin
6
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
7
Merge onto I 94
219 mi
·
3 hr 54 min
·
I 94
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
64 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
I 94
Exit 138A
Toward I 94: Milwaukee
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 305A-B
Toward I 41, I 894, US 45: Chicago, Fond du Lac
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 41 South, I 894 East, US 41 South, US 45 South: Chicago
Use the slight left lane.
11
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
this road
Exit 305A
Toward I 41 South, I 894 East, US 41 South, US 45 South: Chicago
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 41, I 894, US 45 South: Chicago
13
Merge onto I 41; I 894; US 41; US 45
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Zoo Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 41; I 43; I 894; US 41
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Airport Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 41; US 41
Exit 10B
Toward I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 41; I 94; US 41
23 mi
·
25 min
·
North-South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 340
Toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, Burlington
Use the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork
199 ft
·
6 sec
Toward CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, Kenosha
19
Turn left onto WI 142
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Burlington Road
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on CTH S
3.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Washington Road
21
Turn right onto WI 32
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sheridan Road
22
Turn left onto 54th Street
305 ft
·
14 sec
·
54th Street
23
Turn right onto 8th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
8th Avenue
24
Turn right onto 56th Street
43 ft
·
1 sec
·
56th Street
25
Arrive at destination
56th Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6-hour, 46-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Amery to maximize daylight and minimize traffic, especially as you approach Kenosha. With a longest stretch of 283 miles on I-94, plan for one substantial rest stop to break up the journey, perhaps around the halfway point. The estimated fuel cost of $55 is a good baseline, but keep an eye on gas prices. A practical tip for this route is to ensure your vehicle is in good condition before departing, given the extensive highway mileage and the 95% highway share.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 176.1 miles from Amery, WI, or about 3h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 283 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 77 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 176.1 miles or 3h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kenosha, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Amery, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Amery, WI
This is one driving day of about 352.1 miles and 6h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 77 miles from Amery, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 283 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
176 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 77 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 176.1 miles from Amery, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 283 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 205 decision points cluster between mile 245.4 and 343.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
245.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 38m in
|
I 94
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94 toward I 94: Milwaukee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 138A
Toward I 94: Milwaukee
8
309.6 mi into trip
|
~5h 47m in
Take the exit toward I 41, I 894, US 45: Chicago, Fond du Lac
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 305A-B
Toward I 41, I 894, US 45: Chicago, Fond du Lac
8
310.2 mi into trip
|
~5h 49m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 41 South, I 894 East, US 41 South, US 45 South: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 41 South, I 894 East, US 41 South, US...
9
319.3 mi into trip
|
~6h 2m in
|
I 41; US 41
Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41 toward I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 10B
Toward I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago
8
343.9 mi into trip
|
~6h 29m in
Take the exit toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, Burlington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 340
Toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, Burlington
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$55.05 one way
$110.09 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
123 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $60.44 | $120.88 |
| premium | $4.89 | $67.76 | $135.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $77.74 | $155.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$80–$105
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 123.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 105.6 | 1 | $36.97 | $16.90 |
| Efficient EV | 88 | 1 | $30.81 | $14.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 140.8 | 1 | $49.29 | $22.53 |
Gas CO2
123 kg
EV CO2
41 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Kenosha, WI
Evening in Kenosha on Saturday
Local time
8:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
N 5 to 10 mph
33% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 10:50AM CDT until April 19 at 1:40AM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 10:46AM CDT until April 21 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
69°F
Sparta, WI
176 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
20 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 46m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 95% of the drive taking place on major roadways like I-94 and US Highway 63. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 283 miles on I-94, indicating long periods of consistent driving. This profile suggests a road personality geared towards efficiency rather than winding backroads. While primarily highway, the inclusion of US Highway 63 might offer slight variations in scenery or pace before rejoining the interstate.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 283 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and North-South Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 245.4 miles in near I 94.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 352.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 245.4 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 309.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 310.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Amery, WI to Kenosha, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Fond Du Lac along the way.
Fond Du Lac
309.6 mi in
|
~5h 47m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 46m. Total distance: 352.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 46m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 283 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Kenosha, WI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 245.4 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 309.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 310.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.8 hours each way, a round trip means 13.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Kenosha, WI before the return drive.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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