Spanning 115.6 miles through the heart of the Midwest, this route connects Black Wolf to Kenosha in approximately two hours of travel time. Because the trip is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget roughly $16 for fuel to complete the journey in one go. Navigating this path involves relying on local roads like Nekimi Avenue, County Road R, and Van Dyne Road rather than major interstates. It is a straightforward, practical transit option for those looking to traverse this section of Wisconsin efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
57.8 miles from Black Wolf, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 41
68.3 mi
1h 17m
North-South Freeway
23.3 mi
25m
Van Dyne Road
5.5 mi
9m
Airport Freeway
4.3 mi
5m
Burlington Road
3.6 mi
6m
County Road R
3.3 mi
5m
Washington Road
3.3 mi
7m
Prospect Avenue
1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 68.3 mi, about 1h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Black Wolf, WI and Kenosha, WI.
1
Start on Country Club Road
207 ft·14 sec·Country Club Road
2
Turn left onto Nekimi Avenue
0.5 mi·2 min·Nekimi Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto CTH R
3.3 mi·5 min·County Road R
4
Continue on CTH RP
5.5 mi·9 min·Van Dyne Road
5
Continue on Prospect Avenue
1.0 mi·1 min·Prospect Avenue
6
Turn right
134 ft·6 sec
7
Turn right onto CTH OO
0.5 mi·50 sec·Winnebago Street
8
Continue on CTH OO
0.4 mi·51 sec·County Road OO
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn sharp left
0.4 mi·47 sec
Use the left lane.
10
Merge onto I 41; US 41
67 mi·1 hr 16 min·I 41; US 41
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 41; I 43; I 894; US 41
4.3 mi·5 min·Airport Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41
1.3 mi·1 min·I 41; US 41
Exit 10BToward I 41 South, I 94 South: ChicagoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 41; I 94; US 41
23 mi·25 min·North-South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 340Toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, BurlingtonUse the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
199 ft·6 sec
Toward CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, Kenosha
16
Turn left onto WI 142
3.6 mi·6 min·Burlington Road
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on CTH S
3.3 mi·7 min·Washington Road
18
Turn right onto WI 32
0.9 mi·1 min·Sheridan Road
19
Turn left onto 54th Street
305 ft·14 sec·54th Street
20
Turn right onto 8th Avenue
0.1 mi·31 sec·8th Avenue
21
Turn right onto 56th Street
43 ft·1 sec·56th Street
22
Arrive at destination
56th Street
Trip Plan
Since this 115.6-mile trip is manageable in just two hours, you have significant flexibility in your departure time. However, because the route is entirely comprised of local roads, plan for a slower pace than you would on a standard interstate. You should ensure your tank is ready for the trip, as the $16 fuel estimate assumes you are prepared for the full distance without needing extensive detours. Keep a close eye on your navigation when transitioning between Nekimi Avenue and County Road R, as the frequency of turns makes constant attention to your route essential. Because there are no designated stops on this specific path, pack any necessary snacks or supplies before you leave Black Wolf to avoid unnecessary delays.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 57.8 miles from Black Wolf, WI, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.3 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 25 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.8 miles or 1h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 57m
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 Black Wolf, 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 Black Wolf, WI
This is one driving day of about 115.7 miles and 2h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Black Wolf, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 41 for about 68.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 107.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.6 mi into trip|~2m in|CTH R / County Road R
At end of road, turn right onto CTH R / County Road R
Navigation decision point
7
11.2 mi into trip|~21m in
Turn sharp left
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
9
82.9 mi into trip|~1h 43m 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
107.5 mi into trip|~2h 11m 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
7
107.7 mi into trip|~2h 12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, Kenosha
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, K...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.09 one way
$36.18 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg41 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$19.86
$39.72
premium
$4.89
$22.27
$44.53
diesel
$5.61
$25.55
$51.09
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
34.7
0
$12.15
$5.55
Efficient EV
28.9
0
$10.12
$4.63
EV Truck/SUV
46.3
0
$16.20
$7.40
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (65% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Black Wolf, WI
Late night
in Black Wolf on Tuesday
Local time
4:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Kenosha, WI
Late night
in Kenosha on Tuesday
Local time
4:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
Butler, WI
58 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
3 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
2h 28m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy, local driving experience that stays entirely off the interstate system. With a highway share of 0%, this route prioritizes winding through rural corridors over high-speed transit. You will find that there is no long-distance, uninterrupted stretch of road, as the path relies on frequent transitions between Nekimi Avenue, County Road R, and Van Dyne Road. Because of this technical layout, the drive demands your full attention behind the wheel. It is a true local-road journey that offers a stark contrast to the monotonous grind of traditional highway travel.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 68.3 mi on I 41.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and North-South Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near CTH R / County Road R.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 115.7 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 0.6 miles (CTH R / County Road R): Navigation decision point; at 11.2 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 82.9 miles (I 41; US 41): 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.
Between Black Wolf, WI and Kenosha, WI, road signs point toward Cth S: Kenosha, Burlington and Cth S East: Gateway Technical College.
Kenosha is Wisconsin's fourth largest city. It is in the state's southeast region. Many of its residents commute to jobs elsewhere, leading to its appellation as "Chicago's northernmost suburb."
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 28m. Total distance: 115.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 68.3 miles on I 41. 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 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (CTH R / County Road R): Navigation decision point; at 11.2 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 82.9 miles (I 41; US 41): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Kenosha, WI before heading back.
