Cities Near Oshkosh
Cities near Oshkosh, Wisconsin: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Appleton, Green Bay, Waukesha. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Oshkosh, Wisconsin is Appleton, about 18 mi (28 km) away — roughly 34 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appleton | 18 mi / 28 km | 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Green Bay | 43 mi / 69 km | 1 hr 17 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Waukesha | 72 mi / 115 km | 1 hr 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| West Allis | 75 mi / 120 km | 1 hr 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Madison | 79 mi / 126 km | 1 hr 50 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Janesville | 96 mi / 154 km | 2 hr 14 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Racine | 98 mi / 157 km | 2 hr 16 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Kenosha | 106 mi / 170 km | 2 hr 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Waukegan | 120 mi / 193 km | 2 hr 47 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Rockford | 124 mi / 200 km | 2 hr 53 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
Day trips from Oshkosh
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Appleton, Green Bay, Waukesha, West Allis, Madison. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Oshkosh
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Kenosha, Waukegan, Rockford. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Oshkosh include Appleton, Green Bay, Waukesha, West Allis, Madison. The closest is Appleton, about 18 miles (28 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.