Origin
Spring Prairie, WI
Late night in Spring Prairie on Sunday
Local time
2:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Spring Prairie, WI to Wauwatosa, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
37m
Distance
37 mi
60 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
★
6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Spring Prairie, WI
Andrew Patrick Photo
Wauwatosa, WI
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Trip Overview
This 37-mile drive from Spring Prairie, Wisconsin, to Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, is a quick trip that can easily be completed in about 37 minutes. It's an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. The route primarily utilizes Highways 11 and 120 before merging onto I-41 North for a brief period. With an estimated fuel cost of just $6, this journey offers an economical way to travel between two points within the Midwest. The profile indicates a 'turn-heavy local drive,' so expect frequent changes in direction rather than long, straight stretches.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 11 | — | — |
| Highway 120 | — | — |
| I 41 North | — | — |
| Zoo Freeway | — | — |
| Watertown Plank Road | — | — |
| Watertown Plank Road East | — | — |
| West Watertown Plank Road | — | — |
| Harwood Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Highway 11
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spring Prairie, WI and Wauwatosa, WI.
1
Start on the route
59 ft
·
7 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto State Highway 11
112 ft
·
6 sec
·
State Highway 11
3
Turn right onto State Highway 120
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 120
4
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
5
Merge slight left
24 mi
·
25 min
6
Take the exit slight left toward I 41 North, US 45 North, I 894 West: Fond du Lac, Madison
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
I 41 North, US 45 North, I 894 West: Fond du Lac, Madison
7
Merge slight right onto Zoo Freeway
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Zoo Freeway
8
Take the exit slight right toward Watertown Plank Road
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Watertown Plank Road
9
Keep slight right to continue on Watertown Plank Road East
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Watertown Plank Road East
10
Turn straight onto West Watertown Plank Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Watertown Plank Road
11
Continue on Harwood Avenue
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Harwood Avenue
12
Turn left onto Harmonee Avenue
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Harmonee Avenue
13
Turn right onto West Menomonee River Parkway
499 ft
·
21 sec
·
West Menomonee River Parkway
14
Arrive at your destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.78 one way
$11.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.35 | $12.70 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.12 | $14.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.17 | $16.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.89 | $1.78 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.24 | $1.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.18 | $2.37 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Wauwatosa, WI
Late night in Wauwatosa on Sunday
Local time
2:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°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
18 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
37m 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 characterized by its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, meaning you'll navigate numerous intersections and directional changes. With 0% highway share, you won't be experiencing monotonous interstate travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not a defining feature here, reinforcing the idea of a route composed of many smaller segments. As you transition from local roads onto I-41 North, you'll notice a brief shift in pace before continuing your journey with a focus on navigating through various local thoroughfares.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Highway 11.
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 Spring Prairie, WI to Wauwatosa, WI is easy. At 37m 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 Spring Prairie, WI to Wauwatosa, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 37m. Total distance: 37 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Spring Prairie, WI to Wauwatosa, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Wauwatosa, 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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