Origin
Kenosha, WI
Late night in Kenosha on Sunday
Local time
2:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kenosha, WI to Darien, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
54 mi
87 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kenosha, WI
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Darien, WI
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Trip Overview
This 54-mile journey from Kenosha, Wisconsin, to Darien, Wisconsin, is a straightforward drive that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 16 minutes. Designed as a single-day trip, it offers a practical way to travel within the Midwest region. You'll primarily navigate via 75th Street, State Highway 50, and I-43, with a little less than half of the drive on highway roads. Expect a fuel cost of around $8 for this route. The mixed terrain makes for a comfortable and manageable excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 75th Street | 13.9 mi | 21m |
| State Highway 50 | 12.6 mi | 18m |
| I 43 | 12.2 mi | 13m |
| Geneva Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Roosevelt Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| US 14 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| 63rd Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Sheridan Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
75th Street
— 13.9 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kenosha, WI and Darien, WI.
1
Start on 56th Street
265 ft
·
9 sec
·
56th Street
2
Turn left onto WI 32
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Sheridan Road
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn right onto WI 50
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
63rd Street
4
Turn slight left onto WI 50
320 ft
·
7 sec
·
State Highway 50
5
Continue on WI 50
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Roosevelt Road
6
Continue on WI 50
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 50
7
Continue on WI 50
14 mi
·
21 min
·
75th Street
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Continue on WI 50; WI 83
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Geneva Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on WI 50
10.0 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 50
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
7.8 mi
·
8 min
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 321
Toward I 43, CTH NN: Beloit, Milwaukee
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 43: Milwaukee, Beloit
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 43 South: Delavan, Beloit
15
Merge onto I 43
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 43
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 15
Toward US 14: Darien, Janesville
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
103 ft
·
2 sec
18
Turn left onto US 14
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 14
19
Turn left onto CTH X
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
East Beloit Street
20
Turn left onto Wisconsin Street
502 ft
·
14 sec
·
Wisconsin Street
21
Turn right onto East Fremont Street
55 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Fremont Street
22
Arrive at destination
East Fremont Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 27 miles from Kenosha, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 39.1 and 52.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
39.1 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Take the exit toward I 43, CTH NN: Beloit, Milwaukee
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 321
Toward I 43, CTH NN: Beloit, Milwaukee
6
39.2 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 43: Milwaukee, Beloit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 43: Milwaukee, Beloit
7
39.9 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 43 South: Delavan, Beloit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 43 South: Delavan, Beloit
5
40.2 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
I 43
Merge onto I 43
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
52.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward US 14: Darien, Janesville
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 15
Toward US 14: Darien, Janesville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.44 one way
$16.88 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.27 | $18.54 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.39 | $20.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.92 | $23.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.67 | $2.59 |
| Efficient EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.73 | $2.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.56 | $3.46 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Darien, WI
Late night in Darien on Sunday
Local time
2:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
45°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
13 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 16m 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?
The character of this drive is best described as a mixed bag, offering both highway speeds and local road navigation. With 48% of the route on highways, you'll experience some faster travel, balanced by stretches on local routes. The longest uninterrupted segment measures 13.9 miles along 75th Street, giving you a good feel for the local roads before transitioning to faster sections. This blend ensures the drive doesn't become monotonous, providing varied driving experiences as you progress from Kenosha to Darien.
48% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.9 mi on 75th Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 39.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 54 miles you will encounter 13 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 39.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Kenosha, WI and Darien, WI, road signs point toward Cth Nn: Beloit, Milwaukee and Beloit.
Cth Nn: Beloit
39.1 mi in
|
~57m
Milwaukee
39.1 mi in
|
~57m
Beloit
39.2 mi in
|
~57m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 54 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (48%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.9 miles on 75th Street. 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 Darien, 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: at 39.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Darien, 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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