Origin
Bristol, WI
Late night in Bristol on Tuesday
Local time
3:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bristol, WI to Mequon, WI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
56.8 mi
91 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bristol, WI
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Mequon, WI
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Trip Overview
Bristol, WI to Mequon, WI is 56.8 miles and takes about 1h 17m via I 41, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Wisconsin, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. It's a fairly straightforward trip, mostly on highways, making it a good option if you're looking for a quick and efficient journey. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the interstate, so expect a consistent pace for most of the drive. This route is well-suited for a single-day trip without feeling rushed.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 41 | 25.7 mi | 28m |
| North-South Freeway | 16.8 mi | 23m |
| 75th Street | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| West Brown Deer Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Cedarburg Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| West Mequon Road | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| North Green Bay Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Bristol Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 25.7 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bristol, WI and Mequon, WI.
1
Start on 199th Avenue
52 ft
·
4 sec
·
199th Avenue
2
Turn right onto 82nd Street
339 ft
·
16 sec
·
82nd Street
3
Turn right onto US 45
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
200th Avenue
4
Continue on US 45
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
Bristol Road
5
Turn right onto WI 50
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
75th Street
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 94 West, I 41 North: Milwaukee
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
this road
Toward I 41 North, I 94 West
8
Merge onto I 41; I 94; US 41
26 mi
·
28 min
·
I 41; I 94; US 41
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
17 mi
·
23 min
·
North-South Freeway
Toward I 43 North, I 94 West: Milwaukee
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 82A
Toward East Brown Deer Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
278 ft
·
9 sec
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto WI 100
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
West Brown Deer Road
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Turn slight right
251 ft
·
11 sec
14
Turn right onto WI 57
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Green Bay Road
15
Continue on WI 57
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Cedarburg Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn left onto WI 167
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
West Mequon Road
17
Turn left onto North Swan Road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
North Swan Road
18
Turn right
0.1 mi
·
41 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.4 miles from Bristol, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 48.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
82nd Street
Turn right onto 82nd Street
Navigation decision point
7
5.6 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Turn left toward I 94 West, I 41 North: Milwaukee
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 94 West, I 41 North: Milwaukee
8
31.8 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
I 94 / North-South Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94 / North-South Freeway toward I 43 North, I 94 West: Milwaukee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 43 North, I 94 West: Milwaukee
7
48.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward East Brown Deer Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 82A
Toward East Brown Deer Road
7
48.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.88 one way
$17.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.75 | $19.50 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.93 | $21.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.54 | $25.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.96 | $2.73 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.97 | $2.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.95 | $3.64 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Mequon, WI
Late night in Mequon on Tuesday
Local time
3:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
1h 17m 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?
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 75% of the route utilizing major roadways like I 41 and the North-South Freeway. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 25.7 miles on I 41, offering a period of uninterrupted driving at highway speeds. While the majority of the journey is on these faster roads, you will also navigate sections of 75th Street. The overall character is one of consistent progress, with the interstate dominating the driving experience for much of the 56.8 miles.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.7 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 early in the drive near 82nd Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 56.8 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (82nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.8 miles (I 94 / North-South Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 56.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.7 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 Mequon, 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: near the start (82nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.8 miles (I 94 / North-South Freeway): 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 Mequon, 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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