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Trip from Racine, WI to Black Creek, WI

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 1m

Distance

144.8 mi

233 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 34 min
4 AM
2h 50m ★
6 AM
3h 1m
8 AM
3h 24m
10 AM
3h 9m
12 PM
3h 7m
3 PM
3h 10m
5 PM
3h 23m
8 PM
2h 54m

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

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

Racine, WI

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village in Wisconsin, United States

Black Creek, WI

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Racine to Black Creek, expect a journey covering 144.8 miles through the heart of Wisconsin. You should budget about three hours and one minute behind the wheel, making this a straightforward one-day excursion that does not require an overnight stay. Since the route avoids major interstates in favor of local roads like Main Street, Hamilton Street, and Douglas Avenue, you will want to set aside approximately $22 for fuel. This drive stays entirely within the Midwest, offering a consistent regional feel as you transition between these two Wisconsin communities. It is a practical choice for those who prefer local roads over high-speed traffic, provided you have the time to navigate a turn-heavy path.

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

72.4 miles from Racine, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Main Street — —
Hamilton Street — —
Douglas Avenue — —
South Chicago Road — —
West Ryan Road — —
I 41 North — —
North-South Freeway — —
Airport Freeway — —

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: Main Street — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Racine, WI and Black Creek, WI.

1

Start on 7th Street

69 ft · 11 sec · 7th Street
2

Turn left onto Main Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · Main Street
3

Turn left onto Hamilton Street

0.2 mi · 20 sec · Hamilton Street
4

Turn right onto Douglas Avenue

8.3 mi · 13 min · Douglas Avenue
5

Continue on South Chicago Road

1.8 mi · 3 min · South Chicago Road
6

Turn straight

0.1 mi · 23 sec
7

Turn left onto West Ryan Road

4.0 mi · 6 min · West Ryan Road
8

Take the ramp slight right toward I 41 North, I 94 West: Milwaukee

0.5 mi · 1 min · I 41 North, I 94 West: Milwaukee
9

Merge slight left onto North-South Freeway

4.5 mi · 5 min · North-South Freeway
10

Keep slight right to continue on I 41 North, I 43 South, I 894 Bypass: Madison, Fond du Lac

0.6 mi · 49 sec · I 41 North, I 43 South, I 894 Bypass: Madison, Fond du Lac
11

Continue straight

1.1 mi · 1 min
12

Merge slight right onto Airport Freeway

4.6 mi · 6 min · Airport Freeway
13

Keep slight right to continue on I 41 North, I 894 North, US 41 North, US 45 North: Fond du Lac

25 mi · 30 min · I 41 North, I 894 North, US 41 North, US 45 North: Fond du Lac
14

Keep slight left to continue on US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton

79 mi · 1 hr 25 min · US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
15

Take the exit slight right toward CTH 00, WIS 15: New London

0.2 mi · 32 sec · CTH 00, WIS 15: New London
16

Keep slight right to continue on CTH 00

233 ft · 8 sec · CTH 00
17

Turn straight onto West Northland Avenue

0.9 mi · 1 min · West Northland Avenue
18

Turn left onto North Lynndale Drive

2.0 mi · 3 min · North Lynndale Drive
19

Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Lynndale Drive

118 ft · 2 sec · North Lynndale Drive
20

Exit the roundabout onto North Lynndale Drive

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Lynndale Drive
21

Continue on County Road A

5.9 mi · 10 min · County Road A
22

At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 47

3.5 mi · 4 min · State Highway 47
23

Continue on South Main Street

0.8 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
24

Turn right onto East State Street

36 ft · 1 sec · East State Street
25

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

To make the most of your three-hour drive, consider departing during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on local streets. While the trip is short enough to complete in one go, planning for at least one stop will help you stay fresh, especially given the technical nature of the turn-heavy route. Keep your $22 fuel budget in mind as you map out your stops, ensuring you have enough to cover the distance comfortably. Because this route lacks major highway stretches, remain alert for changing speed limits as you move through different municipalities. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so feel free to adjust your departure time to match your personal comfort level with local road driving.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.4 miles from Racine, WI, or about 1h 30m into the drive.

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 72.4 miles or 1h 30m 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 28m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Racine, 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 Racine, WI

This is one driving day of about 144.8 miles and 3h 1m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Racine, 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.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Germantown, WI, WI

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Germantown, WI

72 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

Greendale, WI

Fuel and coffee

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

Germantown, WI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 72.4 miles from Racine, 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.

Nearby Places

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

Top Coffee Stop

Blüm Coffee Garden

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Greenfield, Wisconsin

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 20.7

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+14142824220

Visit website

Vendetta Coffee Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

1.9 mi

Magnolia Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Appleton, Wisconsin

2.2 mi

Anodyne Coffee Roasting Co. | Bay View

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 20.7

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+14144890765

Visit website

Blüm Coffee Garden

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 20.7

Greenfield, Wisconsin

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+14142824220

Visit website

Vendetta Coffee Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 31

Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Hours: 7:30 am–5 pm

Visit website

Magnolia Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 134.4

Appleton, Wisconsin

Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm

+19204540052

Valentine Coffee Roasters on Vliet Street

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 31

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+14149888018

Visit website

The Breaking Point LLC

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 134.4

Appleton, Wisconsin

Hours: 4–9 pm

+19202053780

Visit website

Franklin Woods Nature Center Pavilion

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 20.7

Franklin, Wisconsin

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+14147452760

Visit website

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.64 one way

$45.28 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 51 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $24.86 $49.71
premium $4.89 $27.87 $55.73
diesel $5.61 $31.97 $63.94

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: 50.7 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 43.4 0 $15.20 $6.95
Efficient EV 36.2 0 $12.67 $5.79
EV Truck/SUV 57.9 0 $20.27 $9.27

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 15, 2026

Origin

Racine, WI

Night in Racine on Saturday

Local time

9:52 PM

CDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Black Creek, WI

Night in Black Creek on Saturday

Local time

9:52 PM

CDT

Current temp

44°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

46°F

Germantown, WI

72 mi in

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

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

3h 1m 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?

Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention compared to a standard interstate cruise. Because the highway share for this 144.8-mile journey is zero percent, you will spend the entire time navigating through community streets and local corridors. The character of the road changes frequently as you transition between stretches of Main Street, Hamilton Street, and Douglas Avenue. Expect a more engaged driving experience rather than a monotonous, high-speed grind. Since the route relies exclusively on local infrastructure, the pace is dictated by local traffic patterns and intersections rather than open highway cruising.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Main Street.

How Hard Is This Drive?

1/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Racine, WI to Black Creek, WI is easy. At 3h 1m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Racine, WI to Black Creek, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 1m. Total distance: 144.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Racine, WI to Black Creek, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Possible but tiring. At 3.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Black Creek, WI, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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