Superior to Wausau: Road Trip Guide & Distance

170.3 miles 274 km · straight line
212.8 miles estimated 342.5 km · driving distance
4h 17min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
135° SE bearing direction

How far is Superior from Wausau?

The distance from Superior to Wausau is 170.3 miles (274 km) as the crow flies. Wausau is located SE of Superior. By car, the driving distance is approximately 212.8 miles, taking about 4h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States.

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 Superior 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 Superior to Wausau

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 17min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 8min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 4min $26–$74* Comfort

Quick Facts

Superior
46.72°N, 92.10°W
America/Chicago
196m 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 57 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 146.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients