If you are planning a trip from Fox Crossing to Kenosha, expect a journey covering 139.4 miles through the heart of the Midwest. The drive typically takes about 2 hours and 13 minutes, making it a manageable day trip that does not require an overnight stay. Since the route avoids highways entirely, you will spend your time navigating local roads like American Drive, North Green Bay Road, and Winchester Road. Budget approximately $21 for fuel to cover the distance. This path is ideal if you prefer a direct, local-focused transit rather than the typical interstate experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
68.4 miles from Fox Crossing, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 18m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 41
99 mi
1h 50m
North-South Freeway
23.3 mi
25m
Airport Freeway
4.3 mi
5m
Burlington Road
3.6 mi
6m
Washington Road
3.3 mi
7m
Cold Spring Road
1 mi
2m
Sheridan Road
0.9 mi
1m
North Green Bay Road
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 99 mi, about 1h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fox Crossing, WI and Kenosha, WI.
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Start on Cold Spring Road
1.0 mi·2 min·Cold Spring Road
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At end of road, turn right onto American Drive
0.1 mi·20 sec·American Drive
3
At end of road, turn left onto North Green Bay Road
0.4 mi·55 sec·North Green Bay Road
4
Turn right onto CTH II
0.1 mi·21 sec·Winchester Road
5
Turn left
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 41 South, US 41 South: MilwaukeeUse the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 41; US 41
98 mi·1 hr 49 min·I 41; US 41
Use the straight lane.
7
Merge onto I 41; I 43; I 894; US 41
4.3 mi·5 min·Airport Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
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.
9
Merge onto I 41; I 94; US 41
23 mi·25 min·North-South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 340Toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, BurlingtonUse the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
199 ft·6 sec
Toward CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, Kenosha
12
Turn left onto WI 142
3.6 mi·6 min·Burlington Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on CTH S
3.3 mi·7 min·Washington Road
14
Turn right onto WI 32
0.9 mi·1 min·Sheridan Road
15
Turn left onto 54th Street
305 ft·14 sec·54th Street
16
Turn right onto 8th Avenue
0.1 mi·31 sec·8th Avenue
17
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 straightforward 2-hour and 13-minute journey, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Without the need for highway-speed rest stops, you can easily complete the 139.4-mile trek in a single session. However, because this route relies on turn-heavy local roads, it is wise to keep your navigation system active to stay on track with the specific turns on Winchester Road and North Green Bay Road. Planning for a $21 fuel budget should cover your needs comfortably. Aim to start your drive during daylight hours to better manage the frequent turns and local traffic patterns you will encounter along the way.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68.4 miles from Fox Crossing, WI, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 99 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 30 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.4 miles or 1h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 9m
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 Fox Crossing, 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 Fox Crossing, WI
This is one driving day of about 136.7 miles and 2h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Fox Crossing, 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 41 for about 99 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 128.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.6 mi into trip|~3m in
Turn left toward I 41 South, US 41 South: Milwaukee
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 41 South, US 41 South: Milwaukee
5
1.9 mi into trip|~4m in|I 41; US 41
Merge onto I 41; US 41
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
9
103.9 mi into trip|~1h 59m 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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128.5 mi into trip|~2h 27m 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
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128.7 mi into trip|~2h 27m 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
$21.37 one way
$42.74 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg48 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$23.47
$46.93
premium
$4.89
$26.31
$52.61
diesel
$5.61
$30.18
$60.36
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
41
0
$14.35
$6.56
Efficient EV
34.2
0
$11.96
$5.47
EV Truck/SUV
54.7
0
$19.14
$8.75
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (67% 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 15, 2026
Origin
Fox Crossing, WI
Late night
in Fox Crossing on Sunday
Local time
3:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Kenosha, WI
Late night
in Kenosha on Sunday
Local time
3:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Butler, WI
68 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
15 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
2h 43m 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?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Because the highway share is 0%, you will stay off the major interstates, trading high-speed monotony for a more engaged, winding pace. The route relies on a series of local thoroughfares, meaning you will navigate frequent intersections and road changes rather than long, uninterrupted stretches. This is a practical, hands-on driving experience that keeps you moving through Wisconsin's local landscape at a steady, consistent tempo.
93% 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: 99 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 1.6 miles in.
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 15 significant decision points across 136.7 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 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.9 miles (I 41; US 41): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 103.9 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 Fox Crossing, WI and Kenosha, WI, road signs point toward Cth S: Kenosha, Burlington and Cth S East: Gateway Technical College.
Cth S: Kenosha
128.5 mi in|~2h 27m
Burlington
128.5 mi in|~2h 27m
Cth S East: Gateway Technical College
128.7 mi in|~2h 27m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 43m. Total distance: 136.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 99 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. 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 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.9 miles (I 41; US 41): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 103.9 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.
