Rock Island to Wausau: Road Trip Guide & Distance

243.1 miles 391.2 km · straight line
303.9 miles estimated 489 km · driving distance
6h 7min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
11° N bearing direction

How far is Rock Island from Wausau?

The distance from Rock Island to Wausau is 243.1 miles (391.2 km) as the crow flies. Wausau is located N of Rock Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 303.9 miles, taking about 6h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Rock Island in Illinois and Wausau in Wisconsin.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Rock Island and Wausau. 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 Rock Island to Wausau

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 7min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 20min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 49min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Rock Island & Wausau

Quick Facts

Rock Island
41.51°N, 90.58°W
America/Chicago
171m elevation
Wausau
44.96°N, 89.63°W
America/Chicago
367m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients