Waukesha, WI Road Trips
Waukesha, WI serves as a quiet starting point in the Midwest, connecting drivers to 5 outbound routes across the area. Most drives stay under 64 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Waukesha, WI spread mainly east and south, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
192.4 mi
North La Crosse, WI
Quickest Drive
22m
West Allis, WI
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Trips from Waukesha, WI
Driving from Waukesha, WI
On average, trips departing from Waukesha, WI run 64 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 20m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 192 miles (3h 33m), while the shortest is just 13 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Waukesha, WI are North La Crosse, WI (192.4 mi, 3h 33m), Kenosha, WI (52.3 mi, 1h 13m), Racine, WI (43.6 mi, 1h 4m), Milwaukee, WI (17.9 mi, 27m), and West Allis, WI (12.9 mi, 22m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
For the average 64-mile drive from Waukesha, WI, expect to burn about 2.5 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.
With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Waukesha, WI and 0 routes heading into Waukesha, WI, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 13 to 192 miles.
The longest mapped route from Waukesha, WI covers 192 miles and takes approximately 3h 33m. Shorter options start at just 13 miles.
The average route from Waukesha, WI runs about 64 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 20m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
The most popular road trip destinations from Waukesha, WI include North La Crosse, WI, Kenosha, WI, Racine, WI and Milwaukee, WI. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Waukesha, WI by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
70,779
Median Income
$81,651
Median Home Value
$286,600
Median Age
36.4
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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