Origin
Underhill, WI
Morning in Underhill on Sunday
Local time
9:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Underhill, WI to Lakewood, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
36.6 mi
59 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Underhill, WI
cottonbro studio
Lakewood, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Underhill to Lakewood is 36.6 miles and takes about 57 minutes via State Highway 32, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Wisconsin's Midwest region, offering a straightforward drive. It's a good option if you're looking for a quick transit between two points without a significant time commitment. Consider this route for its simplicity and directness, making it easy to fit into a larger travel plan.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 32 | 23.1 mi | 34m |
| County Road R | 7.8 mi | 10m |
| County Road V | 3.5 mi | 8m |
| County Road M | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Red Banks Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Cardinal Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Downtown Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 32
— 23.1 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Underhill, WI and Lakewood, WI.
1
Start on Downtown Lane
44 ft
·
8 sec
·
Downtown Lane
2
Turn left onto Cardinal Road
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Cardinal Road
3
Turn right onto CTH V
3.5 mi
·
8 min
·
County Road V
4
Turn right onto CTH R
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
County Road R
5
At end of road, turn right onto CTH M; CTH R
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road M
6
Turn left onto CTH R
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
Red Banks Road
7
Turn left onto WI 32
23 mi
·
34 min
·
State Highway 32
8
Arrive at destination
WI 32
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.3 miles from Underhill, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 13.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Cardinal Road
Turn left onto Cardinal Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CTH V / County Road V
Turn right onto CTH V / County Road V
Navigation decision point
4
3.7 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
CTH R / County Road R
Turn right onto CTH R / County Road R
Navigation decision point
5
11.5 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
CTH M; CTH R / County Road M
At end of road, turn right onto CTH M; CTH R / County Road M
Navigation decision point
4
13.1 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
CTH R / Red Banks Road
Turn left onto CTH R / Red Banks Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.72 one way
$11.44 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.28 | $12.57 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.04 | $14.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.08 | $16.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.8 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 | 0 | $3.84 | $1.76 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.20 | $1.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.12 | $2.34 |
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
Lakewood, WI
Morning in Lakewood on Sunday
Local time
9:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
37°F
Townsend, WI
18 mi in
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
30 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
57m 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 is a highway-focused drive, with 63% of the route utilizing main roads like State Highway 32. You'll experience a continuous stretch of 23.1 miles on State Highway 32, which should provide a consistent driving pace. The journey incorporates County Road R and County Road V, suggesting a potential shift in road type or speed as you move through different segments. Expect a drive characterized by its primary reliance on well-maintained state and county highways.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.1 mi on State Highway 32.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 32 and County Road R. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Cardinal Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Underhill, WI to Lakewood, WI is easy. At 57m with 63% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Cardinal Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (CTH V / County Road V): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (CTH R / County Road R): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 36.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.1 miles on State Highway 32. 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: near the start (Cardinal Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (CTH V / County Road V): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (CTH R / County Road R): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lakewood, 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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