Origin
Wautoma, WI
Morning in Wautoma on Tuesday
Local time
7:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wautoma, WI to Plainfield, WI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
27m
Distance
15.5 mi
25 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wautoma, WI
Siarhei Nester
Plainfield, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Wautoma, WI to Plainfield, WI is 15.5 miles and takes about 27 minutes via State Highway 73, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within the Midwest region, specifically Wisconsin. It's a quick connection primarily using a state highway, making it an easy add-on or a very brief journey. You'll find this drive straightforward, suitable for when you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss. Plan for a simple, direct trip with minimal time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 73 | 14.7 mi | 25m |
| West Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East North Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 73
— 14.7 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wautoma, WI and Plainfield, WI.
1
Start on WI 21; WI 73
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
2
Continue on WI 73
15 mi
·
25 min
·
State Highway 73
3
Continue on WI 73
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
East North Street
4
Turn right onto North Main Street
53 ft
·
2 sec
·
North Main Street
5
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
1 of 11 decision points cluster around mile 15.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
15.4 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
North Main Street
Turn right onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.42 one way
$4.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.66 | $5.32 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.98 | $5.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.42 | $6.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.63 | $0.74 |
| Efficient EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.36 | $0.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.17 | $0.99 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Plainfield, WI
Morning in Plainfield on Tuesday
Local time
7:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°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
27 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
27m 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 route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 95% of your journey on well-maintained roads. For the most part, you'll be on State Highway 73, which forms the longest uninterrupted stretch of 14.7 miles. Expect a consistent driving experience with minimal transitions, as you'll mainly be navigating this primary highway. The road maintains its character for the majority of the trip, offering a predictable and efficient path.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
5 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.7 mi on State Highway 73.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 73 and West Main Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 15.4 miles in near North Main Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Wautoma, WI to Plainfield, WI is easy. At 27m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 15.4 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 27m. Total distance: 15.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.7 miles on State Highway 73. 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.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: at 15.4 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Ice Age National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Plainfield, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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