This 120.6-mile drive from West Allis to De Pere, Wisconsin, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 20 minutes. Designed as a single-day excursion, it's a convenient option for a quick getaway within the Midwest. The route is almost entirely highway, making for a predictable journey. With an estimated fuel cost of $19, it's an economical choice for travelers. You'll find this drive to be efficient, allowing you to reach your destination with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
60.3 miles from West Allis, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 12m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 43
86.7 mi
1h 32m
North-South Freeway
20.6 mi
25m
East-West Freeway
4 mi
5m
WI 172
2.7 mi
3m
Riverside Drive
1.2 mi
1m
North Broadway
1 mi
1m
South 84th Street
0.7 mi
1m
West Greenfield Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 43
— 86.7 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Allis, WI and De Pere, WI.
1
Start on WI 59
0.5 mi·1 min·West Greenfield Avenue
2
Turn right onto WI 181
0.7 mi·1 min·South 84th Street
Use the right lane.
3
Turn right onto West Kearney Street
0.1 mi·22 sec·West Kearney Street
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward I 94 East: Milwaukee
5
Merge onto I 94
4.0 mi·5 min·East-West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 310BToward I 43 North: Green BayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward I 43 North, WI 145: Green Bay, Fond du Lac Avenue, McKinley Avenue
8
Merge onto I 43
21 mi·25 min·North-South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 43; WI 57
87 mi·1 hr 32 min·I 43; WI 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
1.1 mi·2 min
Exit 180Toward WI 172 West: Austin Straubel Airport
11
Continue on WI 172
2.7 mi·3 min·WI 172
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward CTH X: Webster Avenue, Riverside Drive
13
Continue on this road
0.4 mi·41 sec·this road
14
Turn left onto WI 57
1.2 mi·1 min·Riverside Drive
15
Continue on WI 57
1.0 mi·1 min·North Broadway
16
Arrive at destination
WI 57
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2-hour and 20-minute duration, this trip from West Allis to De Pere offers great flexibility. You can depart anytime to suit your schedule, but an early morning start will help you maximize your day. Since the drive is mostly highway and covers 120.6 miles, you won't need to plan for extensive stops. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch is 86.7 miles on I-43, and plan your refueling accordingly. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $19.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 60.3 miles from West Allis, WI, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.7 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 27 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.3 miles or 1h 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near De Pere, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West Allis, 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 West Allis, WI
This is one driving day of about 120.6 miles and 2h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from West Allis, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 43 for about 86.7 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 0.5 and 6.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.5 mi into trip|~1m in|WI 181 / South 84th Street
Turn right onto WI 181 / South 84th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
1.6 mi into trip|~4m in|I 94 / East-West Freeway
Merge onto I 94 / East-West Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
5.6 mi into trip|~10m in
Take the exit toward I 43 North: Green Bay
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 310B
Toward I 43 North: Green Bay
6
6.3 mi into trip|~11m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 43 North, WI 145: Green Bay, Fond du Lac Avenue, McKinley Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 43 North, WI 145: Green Bay, Fond du L...
5
6.5 mi into trip|~11m in|I 43 / North-South Freeway
Merge onto I 43 / North-South Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.85 one way
$37.71 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg42 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$20.70
$41.40
premium
$4.89
$23.21
$46.42
diesel
$5.61
$26.63
$53.25
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36.2
0
$12.66
$5.79
Efficient EV
30.2
0
$10.55
$4.82
EV Truck/SUV
48.2
0
$16.88
$7.72
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
West Allis, WI
Late night
in West Allis on Sunday
Local time
5:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
De Pere, WI
Late night
in De Pere on Sunday
Local time
5:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
44°F
Cedar Grove, WI
60 mi in
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
2 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
2h 20m 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?
Expect a highway-focused drive for 95% of this 120.6-mile journey. The primary arteries you'll navigate include I-43, the North-South Freeway, and the East-West Freeway. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans 86.7 miles on I-43, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your travel. This route prioritizes efficiency over scenic detours, providing a predictable and smooth experience behind the wheel.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.7 mi on I 43.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 43 and North-South Freeway. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near WI 181 / South 84th Street.
Driving Effort6/10
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 120.6 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: at 0.5 miles (WI 181 / South 84th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (I 94 / East-West Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 20m. Total distance: 120.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 86.7 miles on I 43. 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 De Pere, WI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (WI 181 / South 84th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (I 94 / East-West Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at De Pere, WI before heading back.
