Origin
North Prairie, WI
Morning in North Prairie on Tuesday
Local time
7:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Prairie, WI to West Allis, WI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
40m
Distance
25.2 mi
41 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Prairie, WI
Tom Fisk
West Allis, WI
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Trip Overview
This easy 25.2-mile drive from North Prairie to West Allis, Wisconsin, is perfect for a single day trip, taking about 40 minutes to complete. You'll primarily be on the East-West Freeway, Les Paul Parkway, and State Highway 59, with about 71% of the journey on highways. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $4, this route offers a straightforward way to travel within the Midwest region. Since there are no designated stops, you have the flexibility to make spontaneous breaks along the way. It's a convenient option for a quick journey between these two Wisconsin locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East-West Freeway | 6.5 mi | 8m |
| Les Paul Parkway | 6.4 mi | 11m |
| State Highway 59 | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Genesee Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| East Moreland Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| East State Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| South 84th Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Greenfield Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
East-West Freeway
— 6.5 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Prairie, WI and West Allis, WI.
1
Start on this road
55 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto CTH E
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Turn left onto WI 59
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East State Road
4
Continue on WI 59
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 59
5
Enter roundabout onto WI 59
124 ft
·
7 sec
·
State Highway 59
6
Continue on WI 59
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 59
7
Continue on WI 59
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Genesee Road
8
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
9
Turn straight onto US 18; WI 59
6.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Les Paul Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Turn right onto US 18; WI 164
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Moreland Boulevard
11
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 94 East
12
Merge onto I 94
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
East-West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 306
Toward WI 181: 84th Street
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork
192 ft
·
4 sec
Toward WI 181 South: 84th Street South, Milwaukee Mile Speedway, Pettit National Ice Center
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn right onto WI 181
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South 84th Street
16
Turn left onto WI 59
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Greenfield Avenue
Use the left lane.
17
Arrive at destination
WI 59
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 24 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CTH E / North Main Street
Turn left onto CTH E / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
WI 59 / East State Road
Turn left onto WI 59 / East State Road
Navigation decision point
5
16.5 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
I 94 / East-West Freeway
Merge onto I 94 / East-West Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
23 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward WI 181: 84th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 306
Toward WI 181: 84th Street
8
24 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WI 181 South: 84th Street South, Milwaukee Mile Speedway, Pettit National Ice Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward WI 181 South: 84th Street South, Milwauk...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.94 one way
$7.88 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.33 | $8.65 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.85 | $9.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.56 | $11.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.65 | $1.21 |
| Efficient EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.20 | $1.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.53 | $1.61 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
West Allis, WI
Morning in West Allis on Tuesday
Local time
7:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°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
2 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
40m 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?
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this trip, with 71% of the mileage on faster roads. Your longest uninterrupted stretch will be about 6.5 miles on the East-West Freeway, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. The route transitions between these main arteries, including Les Paul Parkway and State Highway 59, providing a mix of driving experiences. While largely highway-centric, be prepared for potential changes in speed and road type as you approach your destination.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.5 mi on East-West Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on East-West Freeway and Les Paul Parkway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CTH E / North Main Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 25.2 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (CTH E / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (WI 59 / East State Road): Navigation decision point; at 16.5 miles (I 94 / East-West Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
962 ft
729 ft
Total Climb
253 ft
Total Descent
472 ft
Highest Point
962 ft
~1.8 mi in
Elevation Range
234 ft
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 North Prairie, WI and West Allis, WI, road signs point toward Milwaukee Mile Speedway and Pettit National Ice Center.
Milwaukee Mile Speedway
24 mi in
|
~37m
Pettit National Ice Center
24 mi in
|
~37m
About the Cities
Arriving in West Allis, WI
Full guide →West Allis is a city in Southeast Wisconsin.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 40m. Total distance: 25.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.5 miles on East-West Freeway. 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 West Allis, 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: near the start (CTH E / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (WI 59 / East State Road): Navigation decision point; at 16.5 miles (I 94 / East-West Freeway): 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 West Allis, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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