Traveling from Brockway to Kenosha covers 231.2 miles across the Wisconsin landscape, typically taking about 4 hours and 23 minutes behind the wheel. Because this route is a straightforward, highway-focused drive, it works perfectly as a single-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $35 for fuel to complete the journey comfortably. Since both cities are located within the Midwest, you will experience a consistent regional feel as you transition from the interior of the state toward the lakefront. It is a practical, no-nonsense commute that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
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
115.6 miles from Brockway, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 6m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
186.6 mi
3h 20m
North-South Freeway
23.3 mi
25m
Airport Freeway
4.3 mi
5m
Zoo Freeway
4 mi
5m
Burlington Road
3.6 mi
6m
Washington Road
3.3 mi
7m
I 41
1.3 mi
1m
Sheridan Road
0.9 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 186.6 mi, about 3h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brockway, WI and Kenosha, WI.
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Start on Armstrong Avenue
94 ft·6 sec·Armstrong Avenue
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Turn right onto East 3rd Street
0.1 mi·31 sec·East 3rd Street
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Turn right onto WI 27
0.2 mi·13 sec·State Highway 27
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Continue on WI 27
0.3 mi·51 sec·Gebhardt Road
5
Continue on US 12; WI 27
0.2 mi·28 sec·South Roosevelt Road
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Turn right onto WI 54
0.8 mi·1 min·East Main Street
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Take the ramp
0.4 mi·54 sec
8
Merge onto I 94
122 mi·2 hr 11 min·I 94
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
64 mi·1 hr 9 min·I 94
Exit 138AToward I 94: MilwaukeeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 305A-BToward I 41, I 894, US 45: Chicago, Fond du LacUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·38 sec
Toward I 41 South, I 894 East, US 41 South, US 45 South: ChicagoUse the slight left lane.
12
Continue on this road
0.3 mi·30 sec·this road
Exit 305AToward I 41 South, I 894 East, US 41 South, US 45 South: Chicago
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Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward I 41, I 894, US 45 South: Chicago
14
Merge onto I 41; I 894; US 41; US 45
4.0 mi·5 min·Zoo Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 41; I 43; I 894; US 41
4.3 mi·5 min·Airport Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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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.
17
Merge onto I 41; I 94; US 41
23 mi·25 min·North-South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 340Toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, BurlingtonUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight left at fork
199 ft·6 sec
Toward CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, Kenosha
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Turn left onto WI 142
3.6 mi·6 min·Burlington Road
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on CTH S
3.3 mi·7 min·Washington Road
22
Turn right onto WI 32
0.9 mi·1 min·Sheridan Road
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Turn left onto 54th Street
305 ft·14 sec·54th Street
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Turn right onto 8th Avenue
0.1 mi·31 sec·8th Avenue
25
Turn right onto 56th Street
43 ft·1 sec·56th Street
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Arrive at destination
56th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a 4-hour and 23-minute drive, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refresh during the trip. Leaving early in the day is your best strategy to avoid potential traffic bottlenecks when navigating the busier freeway sections near your destination. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the longest 186.6-mile stretch on I-94 to ensure you aren't forced to exit at an inconvenient time. Because the route is quite flexible, you have the freedom to adjust your pace based on traffic conditions in real-time. Use your single planned stop strategically to break up the monotony of the highway driving and arrive in Kenosha feeling recharged.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 115.6 miles from Brockway, WI, or about 2h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 186.6 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 51 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 115.6 miles or 2h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 27m
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 Brockway, 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 Brockway, WI
This is one driving day of about 231.2 miles and 4h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Brockway, 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 186.6 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 124.5 and 223 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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124.5 mi into trip|~2h 15m 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
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188.6 mi into trip|~3h 25m 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
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189.2 mi into trip|~3h 26m 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...
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198.4 mi into trip|~3h 39m 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
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223 mi into trip|~4h 7m 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
$36.15 one way
$72.29 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg81 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$39.69
$79.37
premium
$4.89
$44.49
$88.98
diesel
$5.61
$51.05
$102.09
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
69.4
0
$24.28
$11.10
Efficient EV
57.8
0
$20.23
$9.25
EV Truck/SUV
92.5
1
$32.37
$14.80
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 15, 2026
Origin
Brockway, WI
Night
in Brockway on Saturday
Local time
9:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Kenosha, WI
Night
in Kenosha on Saturday
Local time
9:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
69°F
Cottage Grove, WI
116 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
16 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
4h 23m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 highly efficient transit, as 95% of this journey is spent on major highways including I-94, the North-South Freeway, and the Airport Freeway. You will settle into a long, consistent rhythm during the 186.6-mile stretch that makes up the bulk of your time on I-94. This is a classic interstate grind designed for speed and directness rather than winding, technical backroads. While the road personality remains steady throughout, you will notice the transition from open highway to more urban freeway segments as you approach the Kenosha area. It is a predictable, high-speed trip that keeps you moving steadily toward your destination.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 186.6 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 124.5 miles in near I 94.
Driving Effort9/10
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 19 significant decision points across 231.2 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 124.5 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 188.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 189.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
961 ft600 ft
Total Climb
396 ft
Total Descent
631 ft
Highest Point
961 ft
~16.5 mi in
Elevation Range
361 ft
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 Brockway, WI to Kenosha, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Fond Du Lac along the way.
Fond Du Lac
188.6 mi in|~3h 25m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 23m. Total distance: 231.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 186.6 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 124.5 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 188.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 189.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Kenosha, WI, but most travelers stay overnight.
