Traveling from Stevens Point to Fox Point covers 147.9 miles across the Midwest, making for a straightforward drive that typically takes about 2 hours and 58 minutes. Because this is a compact journey, you can easily complete it as a single-day excursion without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $22 on fuel for the trip, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. You will primarily utilize a combination of I-41, US Highway 10, and US 45 to reach your destination. It is a practical route for those looking to move efficiently between these two Wisconsin locations while keeping travel logistics simple.
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
73.9 miles from Stevens Point, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 29m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 41
72.2 mi
1h 17m
US Highway 10
49.3 mi
57m
US 45
12.3 mi
14m
West Good Hope Road
7.3 mi
14m
Main Street
2.8 mi
5m
Clark Street
1 mi
2m
North Port Washington Road
0.5 mi
1m
West Calumet Road
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 72.2 mi, about 1h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stevens Point, WI and Fox Point, WI.
1
Start on WI 66
64 ft·9 sec·Main Street
2
Turn left onto US 51 BUS
394 ft·15 sec·Division Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Turn left onto WI 66
1.0 mi·2 min·Clark Street
4
Continue on WI 66
2.8 mi·5 min·Main Street
5
Continue on US 10
49 mi·57 min·US Highway 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
12 mi·14 min·US 45
Exit 276Toward US 45 South: OshkoshUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
1.1 mi·1 min
Toward I 41 South: Milwaukee
8
Merge onto I 41; US 41
72 mi·1 hr 17 min·I 41; US 41
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Exit 47BToward Good Hope RoadUse the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto CTH PP
0.1 mi·21 sec·West Good Hope Road
11
Continue on CTH PP
7.2 mi·14 min·West Good Hope Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Turn left onto North Port Washington Road
0.5 mi·1 min·North Port Washington Road
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto West Calumet Road
0.5 mi·1 min·West Calumet Road
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto North Santa Monica Boulevard
0.2 mi·40 sec·North Santa Monica Boulevard
15
Arrive at destination
North Santa Monica Boulevard
Trip Plan
Since this is a sub-three-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to depart whenever it suits your plans. With only one recommended stop planned, you can easily manage the duration without feeling rushed. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the longer stretches of I-41 to ensure you have enough to cover the $22 estimated cost comfortably. If you find yourself needing a break during the 147.9-mile journey, try to time your single stop near the transition between US 45 and the interstate to break up the drive effectively. Staying mindful of these major road changes will help you maintain a steady pace throughout the afternoon.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.9 miles from Stevens Point, WI, or about 1h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72.2 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 33 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.9 miles or 1h 29m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fox Point, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Stevens Point, 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 Stevens Point, WI
This is one driving day of about 147.9 miles and 2h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Stevens Point, 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 72.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 147.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 51 BUS / Division Street
Turn left onto US 51 BUS / Division Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
53.2 mi into trip|~1h 5m 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
5
66.7 mi into trip|~1h 21m in|I 41; US 41
Merge onto I 41; US 41
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
138.9 mi into trip|~2h 39m in
Take the exit toward Good Hope Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 47B
Toward Good Hope Road
5
147.1 mi into trip|~2h 55m in|West Calumet Road
Turn right onto West Calumet Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.12 one way
$46.24 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg52 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$25.39
$50.78
premium
$4.89
$28.46
$56.92
diesel
$5.61
$32.65
$65.31
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: 51.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
44.4
0
$15.53
$7.10
Efficient EV
37
0
$12.94
$5.92
EV Truck/SUV
59.2
0
$20.71
$9.47
Gas CO2
52 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
Stevens Point, WI
Night
in Stevens Point on Saturday
Local time
11:15 PM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fox Point, WI
Night
in Fox Point on Saturday
Local time
11:15 PM
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
3 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
2h 58m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 91% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You should prepare for a consistent driving experience, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 72.2 miles while navigating I-41. The route transitions smoothly between these major arteries, offering a predictable pace that avoids the complexities of technical local roads. Behind the wheel, you will find a reliable, steady drive that allows you to cover significant ground quickly. It is an ideal path if you prefer a streamlined, interstate-oriented commute over winding secondary routes.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 72.2 mi on I 41.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and US Highway 10. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 51 BUS / Division Street.
Driving Effort5/10
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 147.9 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (US 51 BUS / Division Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.2 miles (US 45): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 66.7 miles (I 41; US 41): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 58m. Total distance: 147.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 72.2 miles on I 41. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 51 BUS / Division Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.2 miles (US 45): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 66.7 miles (I 41; US 41): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fox Point, WI before heading back.
