Origin
Spring Valley, WI
Late night in Spring Valley on Sunday
Local time
5:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Spring Valley, WI to West Allis, 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 34m
Distance
73 mi
117 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 27m
★
6 AM
1h 34m
8 AM
1h 48m
10 AM
1h 39m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 48m
8 PM
1h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Spring Valley, WI
Tom Fisk
West Allis, WI
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 73-mile drive from Spring Valley to West Allis, Wisconsin, can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 34 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. With 93% of the journey on highways, you'll experience a focused drive, estimating a fuel cost of around $11. The route stays within the Midwest region, primarily within Wisconsin. Given its manageable length and efficient highway routing, an overnight split isn't necessary, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination. This trip is ideal if you're looking for a quick and direct connection between these two points without extensive detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.5 miles from Spring Valley, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 43 | 55.8 mi | 1h 3m |
| State Highway 42 | 8.8 mi | 14m |
| East-West Freeway | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Pioneer Road | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| South 76th Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Madison Avenue | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| West O'Connor Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Wisconsin Drive | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 43
— 55.8 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spring Valley, WI and West Allis, WI.
1
Start on CTH MM
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Pioneer Road
2
Turn right onto WI 42
5.5 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 42
3
Continue on WI 42
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
North Wisconsin Drive
4
Turn slight left onto WI 42
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
Madison Avenue
5
Continue on WI 42
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 42
6
Enter roundabout onto WI 42
99 ft
·
1 sec
·
State Highway 42
7
Continue on WI 42
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 42
8
Enter roundabout onto WI 42
111 ft
·
2 sec
·
State Highway 42
9
Continue on WI 42
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 42
10
Enter roundabout onto WI 42
135 ft
·
2 sec
·
State Highway 42
11
Continue on WI 42
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
State Highway 42
12
Enter roundabout
25 ft
·
0 sec
13
Continue
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
14
Merge onto I 43
56 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
I 43
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 72D
Toward I 94 West: Madison
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 94
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
East-West Freeway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 307A
Toward 68th Street, 70th Street
18
Continue on West O'Connor Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West O'Connor Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
19
Continue on West O'Connor Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
West O'Connor Street
20
Turn left onto South 76th Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South 76th Street
21
Turn left onto WI 59
67 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Greenfield Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
WI 59
Trip Plan
For this 1 hour and 34 minute drive, departing in the morning is advisable to make the most of your day in West Allis. Since the route is only 73 miles and predominantly highway, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Fueling up before you leave Spring Valley is a good idea, as the estimated fuel cost is only $11, making it an economical trip. While there are no specified stops, planning for a brief rest break around the halfway point, perhaps after completing the longest stretch on I 43, can help keep you refreshed. Be mindful of potential traffic as you approach the West Allis area, especially during peak hours.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36.5 miles from Spring Valley, WI, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.8 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 16 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.5 miles or 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Allis, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Spring Valley, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Spring Valley, WI
This is one driving day of about 73 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Spring Valley, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 43 for about 55.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.5 miles from Spring Valley, 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
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 11.4 and 71.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
11.4 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
11.7 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
I 43
Merge onto I 43
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
67.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward I 94 West: Madison
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 72D
Toward I 94 West: Madison
5
68.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
I 94 / East-West Freeway
Merge onto I 94 / East-West Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
71.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
Take the exit toward 68th Street, 70th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 307A
Toward 68th Street, 70th Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.41 one way
$22.83 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.53 | $25.06 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.05 | $28.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.12 | $32.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.66 | $3.50 |
| Efficient EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.39 | $2.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.22 | $4.67 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
West Allis, WI
Late night in West Allis on Sunday
Local time
5:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Port Washington, WI
37 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
6 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
1h 34m 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?
Expect a largely highway-focused experience on this route, with 93% of your travel occurring on major roadways like I 43 and the East-West Freeway. You'll encounter one significant uninterrupted stretch of 55.8 miles on I 43, offering a consistent pace. While the majority is highway, the inclusion of State Highway 42 suggests a potential for varied scenery and road conditions as you transition between major arteries and state routes. This blend ensures a dynamic drive rather than a monotonous interstate journey, keeping you engaged behind the wheel.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.8 mi on I 43.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 43 and State Highway 42. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 11.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 73 miles you will encounter 11 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 11.4 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 11.7 miles (I 43): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 34m. Total distance: 73 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.8 miles on I 43. 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: at 11.4 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 11.7 miles (I 43): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at West Allis, 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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