Origin
Green Bay, WI
Afternoon in Green Bay on Sunday
Local time
12:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Green Bay, WI to Wauwatosa, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 23m
Distance
121 mi
195 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 14m
★
6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 43m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 42m
8 PM
2h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Green Bay, WI
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Wauwatosa, WI
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Trip Overview
Green Bay to Wauwatosa is 121 miles and takes about 2h 23m via I 43, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest, specifically Wisconsin, making it a straightforward journey between two points in the same state. Given its relatively short duration and highway-focused profile, this route is ideal for a single-day trip. You'll spend most of your time on Interstate 43, so expect a consistent pace for the majority of the drive. Plan for a smooth and efficient transit from the Green Bay area to the Milwaukee suburbs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
60.5 miles from Green Bay, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 43 | 114.1 mi | 2h 5m |
| West State Street | 2.7 mi | 7m |
| West Highland Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| North Webster Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| West Highland Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| University Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Dousman Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 43
— 114.1 mi, about 2h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Green Bay, WI and Wauwatosa, WI.
1
Start on US 141
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Dousman Street
2
Continue on US 141; WI 29
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto WI 54; WI 57
428 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Monroe Avenue
4
Continue on WI 54; WI 57
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
University Avenue
5
Turn left onto North Webster Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North Webster Avenue
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 43 South: Manitowoc, Milwaukee
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto I 43
114 mi
·
2 hr 5 min
·
I 43
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 72E
Toward Highland Avenue, 11th Street
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn right onto US 18
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Highland Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on US 18
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Highland Boulevard
11
Turn left onto US 18
276 ft
·
8 sec
·
North 35th Street
12
Turn right onto West Linden Place
120 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Linden Place
13
Turn straight onto West State Street
2.7 mi
·
7 min
·
West State Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Arrive at destination
West State Street
Trip Plan
With a drive time of under 2.5 hours, this is a perfect same-day trip, offering flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid the heaviest commuter traffic in both Green Bay and the Milwaukee metro area. You won't need to worry about breaking this drive into multiple days, but do factor in a quick stop for fuel before you hit the road, especially since the longest stretch on I 43 is over 114 miles. Keep an eye on your GPS as you transition from I 43 to local streets for the final approach into Wauwatosa.
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 60.5 miles from Green Bay, WI, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 114.1 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 27 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.5 miles or 1h 9m 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 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wauwatosa, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Green Bay, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Green Bay, WI
This is one driving day of about 121 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Green Bay, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 43 for about 114.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 60.5 miles from Green Bay, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 43 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 114.1 miles.
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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 116.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
WI 54; WI 57 / North Monroe Avenue
Turn left onto WI 54; WI 57 / North Monroe Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 43 South: Manitowoc, Milwaukee
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 43 South: Manitowoc, Milwaukee
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 43
Merge onto I 43
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
116.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 11m in
Take the exit toward Highland Avenue, 11th Street
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 72E
Toward Highland Avenue, 11th Street
6
116.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 11m in
|
US 18 / West Highland Avenue
Turn right onto US 18 / West Highland Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.92 one way
$37.83 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.77 | $41.54 |
| premium | $4.89 | $23.29 | $46.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.72 | $53.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.3 | 0 | $12.70 | $5.81 |
| Efficient EV | 30.3 | 0 | $10.59 | $4.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.4 | 0 | $16.94 | $7.74 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Destination
Wauwatosa, WI
Afternoon in Wauwatosa on Sunday
Local time
12:33 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 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 23m 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 is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 94% of the route utilizing major highways. You'll be on I 43 for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 114.1 miles, providing a consistent and fast-paced experience for most of the journey. While the majority of the drive is on the interstate, the route does incorporate local roads like West State Street and West Highland Avenue as you approach your destination. Expect a largely predictable driving experience, characterized by the ease of interstate travel for the bulk of the trip.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 114.1 mi on I 43.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 43 and West State Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near WI 54; WI 57 / North Monroe Avenue.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 23m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (WI 54; WI 57 / North Monroe Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.3 miles (I 43): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 121 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 114.1 miles on I 43. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (WI 54; WI 57 / North Monroe Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.3 miles (I 43): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Wauwatosa, 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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