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Trip from Morgan, 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 53m

Distance

146.3 mi

235 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$23

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
2h 42m ★
6 AM
2h 53m
8 AM
3h 15m
10 AM
3h 1m
12 PM
2h 59m
3 PM
3h 2m
5 PM
3h 14m
8 PM
2h 47m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Morgan, WI, WI

Morgan, WI

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city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, United States

Wauwatosa, WI

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Trip Overview

This 148-mile journey from Morgan, WI, to Wauwatosa, WI, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 21 minutes. You'll primarily navigate on I-43 South, with portions on Highland Avenue and West Highland Avenue. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $22. Given its relatively short duration and local road focus, this route is perfect for a single-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times. It's a straightforward trip within the Midwest region, connecting two points within Wisconsin.

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

73.2 miles from Morgan, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 43 117.7 mi 2h 9m
US 141 15.9 mi 17m
County Highway E 7 mi 12m
West State Street 2.7 mi 7m
West Highland Avenue 1.1 mi 2m
West Highland Boulevard 0.5 mi 1m
North 35th Street <0.1 mi <1m
West Linden Place <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 43 — 117.7 mi, about 2h 9m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Morgan, WI and Wauwatosa, WI.

1

Start on CTH E

7.0 mi · 12 min · County Highway E
2

At end of road, turn right onto US 141

16 mi · 17 min · US 141
3

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 2 min
Exit 170B Toward I 43 South: Milwaukee
4

Continue on I 43

118 mi · 2 hr 9 min · I 43
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 47 sec
Exit 72E Toward Highland Avenue, 11th Street Use the slight right lane.
6

Turn right onto US 18

1.1 mi · 2 min · West Highland Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
7

Continue on US 18

0.5 mi · 1 min · West Highland Boulevard
8

Turn left onto US 18

276 ft · 8 sec · North 35th Street
9

Turn right onto West Linden Place

120 ft · 4 sec · West Linden Place
10

Turn straight onto West State Street

2.7 mi · 7 min · West State Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Arrive at destination

West State Street

Trip Plan

With a duration of just over two hours, this trip offers plenty of flexibility for when you want to depart. You could leave in the morning and be at your destination by lunchtime, or opt for an afternoon departure. Since there are no designated stops, plan for a brief break if needed, perhaps midway through your 148-mile journey. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially since you'll be on local roads; a good rule of thumb is to fill up before you leave Morgan, WI, as the $22 fuel estimate is based on average consumption. The 'turn-heavy' nature of the route means staying alert is key.

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 73.2 miles from Morgan, WI, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 117.7 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 32 miles or 40m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 73.2 miles or 1h 25m 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 17m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wauwatosa, WI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Morgan, 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 Morgan, WI

This is one driving day of about 146.3 miles and 2h 53m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Morgan, 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 43 for about 117.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in and county seat of Sheboygan County, Wisconsin, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Sheboygan, WI

73 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

Green Bay, WI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Manitowoc Rapids, WI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 73.2 miles from Morgan, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 43 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 117.7 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Coffee Stop

Vendetta Coffee Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Near the end, right off the route

0 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 146.3

Hours: 7:30 am–5 pm

Visit website

Valentine Coffee Roasters on Vliet Street

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

1 mi

Kompound Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Green Bay, Wisconsin

2.9 mi

Kavarna Coffeehouse

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 31.4

Green Bay, Wisconsin

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+19204303200

Visit website

Grounded Café

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 31.4

Green Bay, Wisconsin

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+19204484303

Visit website

Vendetta Coffee Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 146.3

Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Hours: 7:30 am–5 pm

Visit website

Valentine Coffee Roasters on Vliet Street

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 146.3

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+14149888018

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Kompound Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 31.4

Green Bay, Wisconsin

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+19206007626

Visit website

Little Sips Play Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 62.7

Manitowoc, Wisconsin

Hours: 9 am–2 pm

+19207175060

Visit website

Coffee Wizardz

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 31.4

Allouez, Wisconsin

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Glas Coffeehouse

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 31.4

Green Bay, Wisconsin

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+19202722222

Visit website

Wisco Sips - Ledgeview

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 31.4

Green Bay, Wisconsin

Hours: 6 am–5:30 pm

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 7

5 decision points cluster between mile 7 and 143.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
7 mi into trip | ~12m in | US 141

At end of road, turn right onto US 141

Navigation decision point

5
22.9 mi into trip | ~29m in

Take the exit toward I 43 South: Milwaukee

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 170B Toward I 43 South: Milwaukee
8
141.7 mi into trip | ~2h 40m 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
142 mi into trip | ~2h 41m in | US 18 / West Highland Avenue

Turn right onto US 18 / West Highland Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
4
143.6 mi into trip | ~2h 46m in | US 18 / North 35th Street

Turn left onto US 18 / North 35th Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.87 one way

$45.74 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 51 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $25.11 $50.23
premium $4.89 $28.15 $56.31
diesel $5.61 $32.30 $64.60

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$48–$73

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 51.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 43.9 0 $15.36 $7.02
Efficient EV 36.6 0 $12.80 $5.85
EV Truck/SUV 58.5 0 $20.48 $9.36

Gas CO2

51 kg

EV CO2

17 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 16, 2026

Origin

Morgan, WI

Morning in Morgan on Sunday

Local time

10:01 AM

CDT

Current temp

40°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Wauwatosa, WI

Morning in Wauwatosa on Sunday

Local time

10:01 AM

CDT

Current temp

65°F

Partly Sunny

NE 5 mph 12% chance 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

25 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 53m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this route, with a 0% highway share, meaning you won't be on major interstates for the bulk of your travel. While there isn't a specified longest uninterrupted stretch, the profile suggests a journey characterized by frequent turns and local road navigation rather than long, high-speed highway segments. This type of drive often involves navigating through towns and varying speed limits, requiring consistent attention to the road and your surroundings.

91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 117.7 mi on I 43.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 43 and US 141. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 7 miles in near US 141.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Morgan, WI to Wauwatosa, WI is easy. At 2h 53m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 7 miles (US 141): Navigation decision point; at 22.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 141.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 53m. Total distance: 146.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 117.7 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 7 miles (US 141): Navigation decision point; at 22.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 141.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 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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