Appleton to Highland Park: Road Trip Guide & Distance

147 miles 236.6 km · straight line
183.8 miles estimated 295.8 km · driving distance
3h 42min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
168° SSE bearing direction

How far is Appleton from Highland Park?

The distance from Appleton to Highland Park is 147 miles (236.6 km) as the crow flies. Highland Park is located SSE of Appleton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 183.8 miles, taking about 3h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Appleton in Wisconsin and Highland Park in Illinois.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Appleton and Highland Park. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Appleton to Highland Park

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 42min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 26min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 31min $22–$64* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Appleton & Highland Park

Quick Facts

Appleton
44.26°N, 88.42°W
America/Chicago
242m elevation
Highland Park
42.18°N, 87.80°W
America/Chicago
212m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 49 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 169.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients