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Trip from Seneca, WI to West Allis, WI

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 49m

Distance

167 mi

269 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$26

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 37m ★
6 AM
3h 49m
8 AM
4h 15m
10 AM
3h 58m
12 PM
3h 56m
3 PM
4h 0m
5 PM
4h 14m
8 PM
3h 42m

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

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Downtown Seneca, WI, WI

Seneca, WI

Tom Fisk

city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, USA

West Allis, WI

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Trip Overview

Seneca, WI to West Allis, WI is 167 miles and takes about 3h 49m via I 94, US 14, and State Highway 60, with a fuel budget near $26 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive primarily within Wisconsin, connecting two points in the Midwest. Expect a journey that's largely on well-maintained highways, making it a practical choice for a single-day trip. If you're looking for an efficient way to get from the Seneca area to West Allis, this route offers a direct path with minimal complications.

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

83.5 miles from Seneca, WI

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

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 94 65.1 mi 1h 10m
US 14 27.9 mi 39m
State Highway 60 18.7 mi 27m
State Highway 19 17.7 mi 24m
County Highway S 15.6 mi 25m
I 39 6.3 mi 6m
County Highway F 3.9 mi 9m
County Road S 2.5 mi 5m
Longest stretch: I 94 — 65.1 mi, about 1h 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Seneca, WI and West Allis, WI.

1

Start on WI 27

1.0 mi · 1 min · State Highway 27
2

Turn right onto CTH S

3.0 mi · 7 min · County Highway S
3

Continue on CTH S

2.5 mi · 5 min · County Road S
4

Continue on CTH S

13 mi · 18 min · County Highway S
5

Turn right onto CTH F

3.9 mi · 9 min · County Highway F
6

At end of road, turn left onto WI 60

19 mi · 27 min · State Highway 60
7

Turn right onto US 14; WI 60

28 mi · 39 min · US 14; WI 60
8

Turn left onto WI 78; WI 19

1.4 mi · 2 min · State Highway 19/78
9

Continue on WI 19

9.6 mi · 13 min · State Highway 19
10

Turn right onto US 12; WI 19

1.5 mi · 2 min · US 12; WI 19
11

Turn left onto WI 19

4.2 mi · 5 min · State Highway 19
12

Continue on WI 19

0.7 mi · 1 min · West Main Street
13

Enter roundabout onto WI 19; WI 113

115 ft · 6 sec · West Main Street
14

Continue on WI 19; WI 113

1.0 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
15

Continue on WI 19; WI 113

1.5 mi · 2 min · State Highway 19
16

Enter roundabout onto WI 19

136 ft · 7 sec · State Highway 19
17

Continue on WI 19

2.4 mi · 3 min · State Highway 19
18

Enter roundabout onto WI 19

143 ft · 8 sec · WI 19
19

Continue on WI 19

0.9 mi · 1 min · WI 19
Use the straight lane.
20

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 39 South, I 90 East, I 94 East: Madison Use the right lane.
21

Merge onto I 39; I 90; I 94

6.3 mi · 6 min · I 39; I 90; I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Keep slight left at fork onto I 94

65 mi · 1 hr 10 min · I 94
Exit 138A Toward I 94: Milwaukee Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min
Exit 306 Toward WI 181: 84th Street Use the slight right lane.
24

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.
25

Turn right onto WI 181

0.7 mi · 1 min · South 84th Street
26

Turn left onto WI 59

0.5 mi · 1 min · West Greenfield Avenue
Use the left lane.
27

Arrive at destination

WI 59

Trip Plan

Given the 167-mile distance and under four-hour estimated drive time, this trip is comfortably achievable in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unexpected delays. With only one recommended stop, you can be selective about where you choose to stretch your legs or refuel. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 65.1-mile stretch on I 94, as services might be less frequent than on local roads. Consider a brief stop around the halfway point to maintain energy levels for the final leg.

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 83.5 miles from Seneca, WI, or about 2h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.1 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 37 miles or 1h 3m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 83.5 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 13m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Seneca, 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 Seneca, WI

This is one driving day of about 167 miles and 3h 49m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Seneca, 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 94 for about 65.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Sauk City, WI, WI

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Sauk City, WI

84 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

Dodgeville, WI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Madison, WI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 83.5 miles from Seneca, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.1 miles.

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

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best coffee break · home stretch

Valentine Coffee Roasters on Vliet Street

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch · 0min to go 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+14149888018

Visit website

Vendetta Coffee Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

2.2 mi

Lake House Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Oconomowoc, Wisconsin

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+12623543109

Visit website

Valentine Coffee Roasters on Vliet Street

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+14149888018

Visit website

Vendetta Coffee Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Hours: 7:30 am–5 pm

Visit website

Blüm Coffee Garden

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20

Greenfield, Wisconsin

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+14142824220

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 23 and 165.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
23 mi into trip | ~42m in | WI 60 / State Highway 60

At end of road, turn left onto WI 60 / State Highway 60

Navigation decision point

7
93 mi into trip | ~2h 25m in

Take the ramp toward I 39 South, I 90 East, I 94 East: Madison

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward I 39 South, I 90 East, I 94 East: Madiso...
8
99.8 mi into trip | ~2h 33m in | I 94

Keep slight left at fork onto I 94 toward I 94: Milwaukee

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 138A Toward I 94: Milwaukee
7
164.8 mi into trip | ~3h 44m 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
165.7 mi into trip | ~3h 46m 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

$26.11 one way

$52.22 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 58 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $28.67 $57.33
premium $4.89 $32.14 $64.28
diesel $5.61 $36.87 $73.74

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$51–$76

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 58.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 50.1 0 $17.54 $8.02
Efficient EV 41.8 0 $14.61 $6.68
EV Truck/SUV 66.8 0 $23.38 $10.69

Gas CO2

58 kg

EV CO2

20 kg (66% 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 17, 2026

Origin

Seneca, WI

Morning in Seneca on Tuesday

Local time

7:16 AM

CDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

West Allis, WI

Morning in West Allis on Tuesday

Local time

7:16 AM

CDT

Current temp

59°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

16 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 49m 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 highway-focused, with 84% of the journey taking place on major roads like I 94, US 14, and State Highway 60. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 65.1 miles on I 94, offering a consistent pace. The character of the drive transitions from more rural highway stretches to closer proximity to urban areas as you approach West Allis. It’s a route designed for efficiency rather than winding scenic byways, allowing for steady progress.

84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 65.1 mi on I 94.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and US 14. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 23 miles in near WI 60 / State Highway 60.

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 167 miles you will encounter 17 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: at 23 miles (WI 60 / State Highway 60): Navigation decision point; at 93 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 99.8 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

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 3h 49m. Total distance: 167 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 65.1 miles on I 94. 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 West Allis, 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 23 miles (WI 60 / State Highway 60): Navigation decision point; at 93 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 99.8 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.6 hours — manageable with a long break at West Allis, 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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