Origin
Oconto Falls, WI
Morning in Oconto Falls on Sunday
Local time
9:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oconto Falls, WI to Lakewood, 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 7m
Distance
44 mi
71 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oconto Falls, WI
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Lakewood, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Oconto Falls to Lakewood is 44 miles and takes about 1 hour 7 minutes via State Highway 32, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Wisconsin, moving from the Midwest region to itself. Expect a drive that's almost entirely on highways, making it a straightforward journey. It's a quick connection, perfect for a day trip or adding on to another adventure in the area.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 32 | 35.5 mi | 52m |
| State Highway 22 | 7.5 mi | 11m |
| North Main Street | 1 mi | 3m |
| East Central Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 32
— 35.5 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oconto Falls, WI and Lakewood, WI.
1
Start on East Central Avenue
83 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Central Avenue
2
Turn left onto WI 22
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
3
Continue on WI 22
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 22
4
Enter roundabout onto WI 22; WI 32
97 ft
·
1 sec
·
State Highway 22
5
Continue on WI 22; WI 32
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 22
6
Turn slight right onto WI 32
35 mi
·
52 min
·
State Highway 32
7
Arrive at destination
WI 32
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22 miles from Oconto Falls, 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
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 5.7 — 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
|
WI 22 / North Main Street
Turn left onto WI 22 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
5.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
WI 22; WI 32 / State Highway 22
Enter roundabout onto WI 22; WI 32 / State Highway 22
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.88 one way
$13.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.55 | $15.11 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.47 | $16.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.71 | $19.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.62 | $2.11 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.85 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.16 | $2.82 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Lakewood, WI
Morning in Lakewood on Sunday
Local time
9:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
37°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
29 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 7m 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 drive is predominantly a highway-focused experience, with 98% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll be on State Highway 32 for the longest uninterrupted stretch, a continuous 35.5 miles. The journey primarily follows State Highway 32 and State Highway 22, offering a consistent driving feel. Given its highway nature, expect minimal traffic disruptions and a consistent pace for most of the 1 hour and 7 minute drive.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.5 mi on State Highway 32.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 32 and State Highway 22. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WI 22 / North Main Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Oconto Falls, WI to Lakewood, WI is easy. At 1h 7m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WI 22 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.7 miles (WI 22; WI 32 / State Highway 22): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 44 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 35.5 miles on State Highway 32. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 (WI 22 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.7 miles (WI 22; WI 32 / State Highway 22): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lakewood, 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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