Origin
Barton, WI
Late night in Barton on Sunday
Local time
2:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Barton, WI to Milwaukee, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
40.8 mi
66 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Barton, WI
Egor Komarov
Milwaukee, WI
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Barton to Milwaukee, this 42.4-mile journey is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 45 minutes to complete. Because the entire route is a local drive, you won't need to worry about splitting this into an overnight trip; it is perfectly suited for a single day of travel. You can budget approximately $6 for fuel, making this a very economical way to navigate through the Wisconsin Midwest. Since the route relies entirely on local roads, you should expect a more immersive experience than you would find on a major interstate. This is an ideal option for travelers who prefer a direct, no-fuss connection between these two locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Bend Freeway | 30.5 mi | 35m |
| East-West Freeway | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| West Washington Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| North Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Barton Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| North Milwaukee Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North 8th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Saint Paul Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Bend Freeway
— 30.5 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barton, WI and Milwaukee, WI.
1
Start on Monroe Street
259 ft
·
13 sec
·
Monroe Street
2
Turn left onto Commerce Street
369 ft
·
20 sec
·
Commerce Street
3
Turn right onto WI 144
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Barton Avenue
4
Turn left onto WI 144
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
5
Turn slight right onto North 8th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
North 8th Avenue
6
Turn right onto WI 33; WI 144
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
West Washington Street
7
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 45 South: Milwaukee
8
Merge onto US 45
30 mi
·
35 min
·
West Bend Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 38A-B
Toward I 94 East, I 94 West: Milwaukee, Madison
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 38A
Toward I 94 East, I 43 South Alternate: Milwaukee
Use the slight left lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 94
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
East-West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 794
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East-West Freeway
Exit 310C
Toward I 794 East: Lakefront, Port of Milwaukee
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 1E
Toward Jackson Street, Van Buren Street
15
Turn slight right
309 ft
·
14 sec
Toward Jackson Street South
Use the right lane.
16
Turn right onto East Saint Paul Avenue
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
East Saint Paul Avenue
17
Turn right onto WI 32
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Milwaukee Street
18
Arrive at destination
US 18; WI 32
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.4 miles from Barton, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 155 decision points cluster between mile 33.2 and 40.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
33.2 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward I 94 East, I 94 West: Milwaukee, Madison
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 38A-B
Toward I 94 East, I 94 West: Milwaukee, Madison
9
33.5 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 94 East, I 43 South Alternate: Milwaukee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 38A
Toward I 94 East, I 43 South Alternate: Milwauk...
6
34.1 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
39.2 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
I 794 / East-West Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 794 / East-West Freeway toward I 794 East: Lakefront, Port of Milwaukee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 310C
Toward I 794 East: Lakefront, Port of Milwaukee
6
40.1 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward Jackson Street, Van Buren Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 1E
Toward Jackson Street, Van Buren Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.38 one way
$12.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.00 | $14.01 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.85 | $15.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.01 | $18.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.28 | $1.96 |
| Efficient EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.57 | $1.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Milwaukee, WI
Late night in Milwaukee on Sunday
Local time
2:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Butler, WI
20 mi in
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
13 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
55m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you transition between your starting point and the city. You will navigate primarily via Commerce Street, Barton Avenue, and North Main Street, keeping your focus on the road as you handle the frequent turns. With 0% highway share, this route avoids the monotonous pace of interstate travel in favor of a more active driving experience. There are no long, uninterrupted stretches here, meaning the road requires your constant attention rather than allowing for cruise control. The character of the drive is defined by its local nature, providing a consistent, winding path that connects the two areas without the high-speed intensity of major expressways.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.5 mi on West Bend Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West Bend Freeway and East-West Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 33.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 40.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 33.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Barton, WI to Milwaukee, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Madison along the way.
Madison
33.2 mi in
|
~43m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 40.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.5 miles on West Bend Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Milwaukee, WI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 33.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Milwaukee, WI before heading back.
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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