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Trip from Ringle, WI to Racine, WI

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

Drive Time

4h 12m

Distance

200.7 mi

323 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$31

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 59m ★
6 AM
4h 12m
8 AM
4h 38m
10 AM
4h 21m
12 PM
4h 19m
3 PM
4h 23m
5 PM
4h 37m
8 PM
4h 4m

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

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Downtown Ringle, WI, WI

Ringle, WI

Anete Lusina

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

Racine, WI

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Trip Overview

Ringle, WI to Racine, WI is 200.7 miles and takes about 4h 12m via I 41, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Wisconsin, moving from the Midwest region to the Midwest region. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on interstates and US highways, making it a good option if you're looking for efficiency. The route is designed for a single day of travel, so you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. If you're aiming to cover ground with minimal fuss, this drive fits the bill.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

100.4 miles from Ringle, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 41 87.4 mi 1h 38m
US Highway 45 46.8 mi 1h 4m
WI 29 16.4 mi 18m
US 45 12.6 mi 14m
North-South Freeway 11.9 mi 13m
Northwestern Avenue 9 mi 15m
East Prospect Avenue 7.6 mi 11m
Airport Freeway 4.3 mi 5m
Longest stretch: I 41 — 87.4 mi, about 1h 38m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on 1st Avenue

271 ft · 13 sec · 1st Avenue
2

At end of road, turn right onto CTH Q

0.6 mi · 1 min · County Road Q
3

Turn left

0.4 mi · 45 sec
Use the left lane.
4

Merge onto WI 29

16 mi · 18 min · WI 29
5

Take the exit onto US 45

0.3 mi · 36 sec · US 45
Toward CTH Q, US 45 South: Clintonville
6

Keep slight right at fork onto US 45

216 ft · 6 sec · US 45
7

Merge onto US 45

17 mi · 23 min · US Highway 45
Use the straight lane.
8

Continue on US 45

7.6 mi · 11 min · East Prospect Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
9

Turn right onto US 45; WI 22; CTH D

0.8 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
Use the slight right lane.
10

Continue on US 45; WI 22; CTH D

24 mi · 32 min · US Highway 45
Use the straight lane.
11

Enter roundabout onto US 45

110 ft · 6 sec · US Highway 45
Toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
12

Continue on US 45

5.9 mi · 7 min · US Highway 45
Toward US 45 South: Oshkosh Use the straight lane.
13

Keep slight right at fork onto US 45

12 mi · 14 min · US 45
Exit 276 Toward US 45 South: Oshkosh Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

1.1 mi · 1 min
Toward I 41 South: Milwaukee
15

Merge onto I 41; US 41

86 mi · 1 hr 36 min · I 41; US 41
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Merge onto I 41; I 43; I 894; US 41

4.3 mi · 5 min · Airport Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41

1.3 mi · 1 min · I 41; US 41
Exit 10B Toward I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Merge onto I 41; I 94; US 41

12 mi · 13 min · North-South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 30 sec
Exit 329 Toward CTH K: Racine, Caledonia Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Turn left onto CTH K

5.1 mi · 9 min · Northwestern Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
21

Enter roundabout onto WI 38

27 ft · 0 sec · Northwestern Avenue
22

Continue on WI 38

3.4 mi · 5 min · Northwestern Avenue
Use the straight lane.
23

Enter roundabout onto WI 38

91 ft · 1 sec · Northwestern Avenue
24

Continue on WI 38

0.4 mi · 34 sec · Northwestern Avenue
25

Enter roundabout onto WI 38

72 ft · 4 sec · State Street
26

Continue on WI 38

1.0 mi · 1 min · State Street
Use the straight lane.
27

Turn right onto WI 32

0.3 mi · 40 sec · Main Street
28

Turn right onto WI 20; WI 32

309 ft · 17 sec · 6th Street
29

Turn left onto Wisconsin Avenue

284 ft · 14 sec · Wisconsin Avenue
30

Turn left onto WI 20; WI 32

245 ft · 8 sec · 7th Street
31

Arrive at destination

WI 20; WI 32

Trip Plan

Given the 4-hour drive time and 200.7-mile distance, you can easily complete this trip in a single day. To maximize daylight, consider departing in the morning. With only one recommended stop, plan it strategically for a stretch or to refuel if needed, as the longest stretch without a break is significant. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially as you approach the 87.4-mile mark on I 41, to avoid any unexpected delays. The $31 fuel cost estimate is helpful for budgeting your trip.

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 100.4 miles from Ringle, WI, or about 2h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 87.4 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 44 miles or 59m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 100.4 miles or 2h 10m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 22m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Ringle, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.

+

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

+

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 Ringle, WI

This is one driving day of about 200.7 miles and 4h 12m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Ringle, 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 41 for about 87.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Winnebago County, Wisconsin, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Neenah, WI

100 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

Clintonville, WI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fond du Lac, WI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 100.4 miles from Ringle, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 41 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 87.4 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.

Blüm Coffee Garden

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 172.1

Greenfield, Wisconsin

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+14142824220

Visit website

Franklin Woods Nature Center Pavilion

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 186.4

Franklin, Wisconsin

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+14147452760

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 26

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 189.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in

Turn left

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
17.4 mi into trip | ~21m in | US 45

Take the exit onto US 45 toward CTH Q, US 45 South: Clintonville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward CTH Q, US 45 South: Clintonville
8
72.8 mi into trip | ~1h 39m in | US 45

Keep slight right at fork onto US 45 toward US 45 South: Oshkosh

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 276 Toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
9
176.7 mi into trip | ~3h 37m in | I 41; US 41

Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41 toward I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 10B Toward I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago
8
189.9 mi into trip | ~3h 52m in

Take the exit toward CTH K: Racine, Caledonia

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 329 Toward CTH K: Racine, Caledonia

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$31.38 one way

$62.75 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 70 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $34.45 $68.90
premium $4.89 $38.62 $77.25
diesel $5.61 $44.31 $88.62

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$31

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$56–$81

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 70.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 60.2 0 $21.07 $9.63
Efficient EV 50.2 0 $17.56 $8.03
EV Truck/SUV 80.3 1 $28.10 $12.84

Gas CO2

70 kg

EV CO2

23 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

Ringle, WI

Late night in Ringle on Sunday

Local time

2:58 AM

CDT

Current temp

42°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Racine, WI

Late night in Racine on Sunday

Local time

2:58 AM

CDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

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

4 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

4h 12m on the road

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

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

What kind of drive is this?

This route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 89% of it utilizing major highways like I 41 and US Highway 45. Expect a predominantly fast-paced experience, especially during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 87.4 miles on I 41. While the majority of the journey involves higher speeds and highway conditions, you'll also encounter segments on WI 29. The character of the drive is consistent, prioritizing direct travel over varied scenery or winding roads.

89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 87.4 mi on I 41.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and US Highway 45. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 200.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles (US 45): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 72.8 miles (US 45): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Ringle, WI and Racine, WI, road signs point toward Cth Q, Cth K: Racine and Caledonia.

Cth Q

17.4 mi in | ~21m | via US 45

Cth K: Racine

189.9 mi in | ~3h 52m

Caledonia

189.9 mi in | ~3h 52m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 12m. Total distance: 200.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 87.4 miles on I 41. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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.

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 Racine, WI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles (US 45): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 72.8 miles (US 45): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Racine, 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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