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Where to stay
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Kenosha travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kenosha

With a population of 99,218, Kenosha is a must-see destination in Wisconsin, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kenosha has to offer.

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When to visit Kenosha

Kenosha in January
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kenosha in January
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kenosha in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 14 °F, with an average temperature of 21.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 3.8″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Kenosha, with an average rainfall of 1.2″.

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How to Get to Kenosha

Plane

Although Kenosha doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE), which is located 25 miles from Kenosha. The shortest domestic flight to Kenosha departs from Dallas and takes around 2h 25m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Kenosha. The train journey from Kenosha to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Kalamazoo, expect to pay about $32 for a 2h 16m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Kenosha is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 50 miles from Kenosha. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kenosha, including Amtrak, American Airlines and Greyhound. From Kalamazoo, the bus ride to Kenosha takes 190 miles and will cost you around $56. From Grand Rapids, the ticket costs about $66 for a journey of 200 miles.

Plane

Although Kenosha doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE), which is located 25 miles from Kenosha. The shortest domestic flight to Kenosha departs from Dallas and takes around 2h 25m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Kenosha. The train journey from Kenosha to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Kalamazoo, expect to pay about $32 for a 2h 16m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Kenosha is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 50 miles from Kenosha. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kenosha, including Amtrak, American Airlines and Greyhound. From Kalamazoo, the bus ride to Kenosha takes 190 miles and will cost you around $56. From Grand Rapids, the ticket costs about $66 for a journey of 200 miles.

Airports near Kenosha

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
MSNMadison Truax Field

Airlines serving Kenosha

KLM
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Lufthansa
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British Airways
Good (7,706 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,130 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,207 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,100 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,219 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,528 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,489 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,668 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,676 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,818 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,891 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,491 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,080 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,188 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,691 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,055 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Kenosha

Most booked hotels in Kenosha

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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Kenosha Pleasant Prairie
3 stars
Excellent (9, 171 reviews)
$103+
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The Stella Hotel & Ballroom
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 335 reviews)
$113+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Kenosha, WI
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 853 reviews)
$80+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pleasant Prairie / Kenosha By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 214 reviews)
$104+
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Best Western Executive Inn Kenosha/Pleasant Prairie
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 669 reviews)
$84+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Pleasant Prairie Kenosha
4 stars
Good (7.9, 255 reviews)
$99+
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Renting a car in Kenosha

Renting a car in Kenosha costs $58 per day, on average, or $231 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 15% more expensive than at Chicago O'Hare Intl.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Kenosha (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. The most frequently booked car type in Kenosha is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Kenosha costs $58 per day, on average, or $231 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 15% more expensive than at Chicago O'Hare Intl.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Kenosha (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. The most frequently booked car type in Kenosha is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Kenosha

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$36/day

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Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$39/day

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