Milwaukee to Watertown, Wisconsin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

42.9 miles 69 km · straight line
53.3 miles actual route 85.8 km · driving distance
1h 6min estimated drive time
$5 - $6 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
285° WNW bearing direction

How far is Milwaukee from Watertown, Wisconsin?

The distance from Milwaukee to Watertown, Wisconsin is 42.9 miles (69 km) as the crow flies. Watertown, Wisconsin is located WNW of Milwaukee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 53.3 miles, taking about 1h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Milwaukee and Watertown, Wisconsin. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Milwaukee to Watertown, Wisconsin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 6min $5 - $6 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 19min $4–$8* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Milwaukee & Watertown, Wisconsin

Quick Facts

Milwaukee
43.04°N, 87.91°W
America/Chicago
188m elevation
Watertown, Wisconsin
43.19°N, 88.73°W
America/Chicago
260m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 14 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 580.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM