Suamico, WI to Pleasant Prairie, WI is 160.9 miles and takes about 3h 4m via I 43 and US 41, with a fuel budget near $25 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive that stays within the Midwest region, moving from Wisconsin to Wisconsin. Given its relatively short duration and highway-focused profile, it's an ideal trip for a single day. You'll primarily be on major interstates, making it a practical choice for efficient travel between these two points. Consider this route if you need to get from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
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
80.4 miles from Suamico, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 32m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 43
124 mi
2h 18m
North-South Freeway
27.5 mi
30m
US 41
4.5 mi
4m
104th Avenue
1 mi
2m
75th Street
1 mi
1m
Sunset Beach Road
0.7 mi
1m
Riverside Drive
0.3 mi
<1m
County Road J
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 43
— 124 mi, about 2h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Suamico, WI and Pleasant Prairie, WI.
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Start on CTH J
0.3 mi·38 sec·Riverside Drive
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Continue on CTH J
0.2 mi·29 sec·County Road J
3
Turn left onto CTH B
0.7 mi·1 min·Sunset Beach Road
4
Turn left
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward Appleton, Green Bay
5
Merge onto US 41; US 141
4.5 mi·4 min·US 41; US 141
6
Take the exit
1.0 mi·2 min
Exit 170BToward I 43 South: Milwaukee
7
Continue on I 43
124 mi·2 hr 18 min·I 43
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
0.2 mi·16 sec·North-South Freeway
9
Continue on I 94
27 mi·30 min·North-South Freeway
Exit 316-319Toward WIS 94 East, US 41: Layton Ave, College Ave, ChicagoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·25 sec
Exit 344Toward WI 50: Kenosha, Lake GenevaUse the slight right lane.
11
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·31 sec·this road
Toward I 41 South, I 94 EastUse the straight / left lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
187 ft·6 sec
Toward WI 50 East, I 94 East: Kenosha
13
Turn left onto WI 50
1.0 mi·1 min·75th Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Turn right onto 104th Avenue
1.0 mi·2 min·104th Avenue
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Arrive at destination
104th Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this trip is just over 3 hours and can easily be completed in a single day, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning allows you to arrive well before evening, giving you plenty of time at your destination. With a fuel cost estimated around $25, it’s a budget-friendly option. There's only one recommended stop along this route, so plan to make that count for fuel, a quick break, or a meal. Keep an eye on the mileage, especially during the longest 124-mile stretch on I 43, to ensure you're aware of when you'll need to pull over.
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 80.4 miles from Suamico, WI, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 124 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 35 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.4 miles or 1h 32m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pleasant Prairie, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Suamico, 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 Suamico, WI
This is one driving day of about 160.9 miles and 3h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Suamico, 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 43 for about 124 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 158.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.1 mi into trip|~2m in
Turn left toward Appleton, Green Bay
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Appleton, Green Bay
5
5.8 mi into trip|~8m in
Take the exit toward I 43 South: Milwaukee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 170B
Toward I 43 South: Milwaukee
5
131 mi into trip|~2h 28m in|I 94 / North-South Freeway
Continue onto I 94 / North-South Freeway toward WIS 94 East, US 41: Layton Ave, College Ave, Chicago
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 316-319
Toward WIS 94 East, US 41: Layton Ave, College...
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158.4 mi into trip|~2h 59m in
Take the exit toward WI 50: Kenosha, Lake Geneva
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 344
Toward WI 50: Kenosha, Lake Geneva
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158.9 mi into trip|~3h in
Keep slight left at fork toward WI 50 East, I 94 East: Kenosha
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward WI 50 East, I 94 East: Kenosha
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.15 one way
$50.31 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg56 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$27.62
$55.24
premium
$4.89
$30.96
$61.93
diesel
$5.61
$35.52
$71.05
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
48.3
0
$16.89
$7.72
Efficient EV
40.2
0
$14.08
$6.44
EV Truck/SUV
64.4
0
$22.53
$10.30
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 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 15, 2026
Origin
Suamico, WI
Night
in Suamico on Saturday
Local time
9:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Pleasant Prairie, WI
Night
in Pleasant Prairie on Saturday
Local time
9:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°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
3h 4m 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 drive is overwhelmingly a highway-focused experience, with 97% of the journey on major roads like I 43 and US 41. You can expect long stretches of consistent speed, including one uninterrupted segment of 124 miles on I 43. The North-South Freeway is also a key part of this path. While it's not a route known for dramatic scenery changes, its predictability makes it easy to maintain a steady pace. Prepare for a smooth, efficient journey primarily on well-maintained interstates.
97% 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: 124 mi on I 43.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 43 and North-South Freeway. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in.
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 160.9 miles you will encounter 10 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 1.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 131 miles (I 94 / North-South Freeway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Suamico, WI and Pleasant Prairie, WI, road signs point toward Wis 94 East and Chicago.
Wis 94 East
131 mi in|~2h 28m|via I 94
Chicago
131 mi in|~2h 28m|via I 94
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 4m. Total distance: 160.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 124 miles on I 43. 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.
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: at 1.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 131 miles (I 94 / North-South Freeway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Pleasant Prairie, WI, but most travelers stay overnight.
