Origin
West Allis, WI
Late night in West Allis on Sunday
Local time
2:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Allis, WI to Ashippun, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
36.2 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Allis, WI
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Ashippun, WI
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Trip Overview
West Allis to Ashippun is 36.2 miles and takes about 47 minutes via WI 16 and East-West Freeway, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Wisconsin, moving from the Midwest region into another part of the Midwest. It's a straightforward, highway-focused journey that makes for a quick excursion. Given the short distance and duration, this route is ideal for a same-day trip with plenty of time for activities at your destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WI 16 | 18.5 mi | 23m |
| East-West Freeway | 10.2 mi | 11m |
| State Highway 67 | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| West Greenfield Avenue | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| WI 67 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Zoo Freeway | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
WI 16
— 18.5 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Allis, WI and Ashippun, WI.
1
Start on WI 59
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
West Greenfield Avenue
Use the left lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 894 West, US 45 North
3
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 94: Madison, Milwaukee
Use the slight left lane.
4
Merge onto I 41; I 894; US 41; US 45
19 ft
·
0 sec
·
Zoo Freeway
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 1B-A
Toward I 94 West, I 94 East: Madison, Milwaukee
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 1B
Toward I 94 West: Madison
Use the slight left lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
Toward I 94 West: Madison
8
Merge onto I 94
10 mi
·
11 min
·
East-West Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto WI 16
15 mi
·
17 min
·
WI 16
Exit 293C
Toward WIS 16 West: Pewaukee
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto WI 16
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
WI 16
Toward WI 16 West, WI 67 North: Mayville, Watertown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto WI 67
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
WI 67
Toward WI 67 North: Oconomowoc, Mayville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on WI 67
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 67
13
Continue on WI 67
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
South Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
WI 67; CTH O
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 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.1 miles from West Allis, 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 1.6 and 28 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
9
1.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 94: Madison, Milwaukee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 94: Madison, Milwaukee
9
1.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit toward I 94 West, I 94 East: Madison, Milwaukee
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 1B-A
Toward I 94 West, I 94 East: Madison, Milwaukee
8
1.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 94 West: Madison
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 1B
Toward I 94 West: Madison
8
12.9 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
WI 16
Keep slight right at fork onto WI 16 toward WIS 16 West: Pewaukee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 293C
Toward WIS 16 West: Pewaukee
7
28 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
WI 16
Take the exit onto WI 16 toward WI 16 West, WI 67 North: Mayville, Watertown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward WI 16 West, WI 67 North: Mayville, Water...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.66 one way
$11.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.21 | $12.43 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.97 | $13.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.99 | $15.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 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 | 10.9 | 0 | $3.80 | $1.74 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.17 | $1.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
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
Ashippun, WI
Late night in Ashippun on Sunday
Local time
2:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°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
12 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
47m 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 drive is predominantly highway, with 92% of the route utilizing major roads like WI 16 and the East-West Freeway. You'll experience a consistent, fast-paced journey for the most part, including an uninterrupted stretch of 18.5 miles on WI 16. While the profile is highway-focused, State Highway 67 will offer a slight shift in scenery as you approach your destination. Expect a smooth ride with minimal traffic delays, typical of well-maintained state highways and freeways.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.5 mi on WI 16.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WI 16 and East-West Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 36.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 47m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between West Allis, WI and Ashippun, WI, road signs point toward Wis 16 West: Pewaukee, Watertown and Mayville.
Wis 16 West: Pewaukee
12.9 mi in
|
~17m
|
via WI 16
Watertown
28 mi in
|
~35m
|
via WI 16
Mayville
31.4 mi in
|
~41m
|
via WI 67
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 36.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.5 miles on WI 16. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Ashippun, WI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 1.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ashippun, 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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