Origin
Evansville, WI
Morning in Evansville on Sunday
Local time
11:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
34m
Distance
19.8 mi
32 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Evansville, WI
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Coopers Shores, WI
Tom Fisk
Evansville, WI to Coopers Shores, WI is 19.8 miles and takes about 34 minutes via State Highway 59 and US Highway 14, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within Wisconsin, traversing the Midwest region. It's a quick hop that offers a straightforward journey, ideal if you're looking for a brief trip without extensive planning. You'll spend most of your time on main highways, making it a practical option for a quick commute or a short excursion.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 59 | 13.6 mi | 19m |
| West Fulton Street | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| US Highway 14 | 2 mi | 2m |
| US 14 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| East Mallwood Drive | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Union Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South Madison Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Menhall Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Evansville, WI and Coopers Shores, WI.
Start on WI 59; WI 213
Turn left onto US 14; WI 59
Continue on US 14; WI 59
Continue on US 14; WI 59
Continue on US 14; WI 59
Turn right onto WI 59
Keep slight right at fork onto WI 59
Continue on WI 59
Continue on WI 59
Continue on WI 59
Enter roundabout onto WI 59
Continue on WI 59
Enter roundabout onto WI 59
Continue on WI 59
Enter roundabout onto WI 59
Continue on WI 59
Turn left onto North Hillside Drive
At end of road, turn right onto East Mallwood Drive
Turn right onto East Cooper Drive
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 18.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto US 14; WI 59 / Union Street
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork onto WI 59 / State Highway 59
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Enter roundabout onto WI 59 / State Highway 59
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Enter roundabout onto WI 59 / State Highway 59
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Enter roundabout onto WI 59 / State Highway 59
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Regular Gas
$3.10 one way
$6.19 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.40 | $6.80 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.81 | $7.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.37 | $8.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.08 | $0.95 |
| Efficient EV | 5 | 0 | $1.73 | $0.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.77 | $1.27 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Evansville on Sunday
Local time
11:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Coopers Shores on Sunday
Local time
11:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a highway-focused drive with 81% of the route utilizing major roads like State Highway 59 and US Highway 14. The longest stretch you'll encounter without a significant change in road type is 13.6 miles on State Highway 59. This means you'll experience predominantly faster speeds and less varied scenery for extended periods. The route is designed for efficiency rather than winding exploration, so anticipate a consistent driving pace for the majority of your trip.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 59 and West Fulton Street. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 14; WI 59 / Union Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 19.8 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 0.3 miles (US 14; WI 59 / Union Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (WI 59 / State Highway 59): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 18.5 miles (WI 59 / State Highway 59): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 34m. Total distance: 19.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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