Fitchburg, WI Road Trips
With 6 routes heading out and 0 heading in, Fitchburg, WI works well as a launching point in the Midwest. Most drives stay under 128 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Fitchburg, WI head east, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
252.2 mi
New Richmond, WI
Quickest Drive
1h 3m
Fort Atkinson, WI
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Trips from Fitchburg, WI
Driving from Fitchburg, WI
Expect an average of 128 miles and about 2h 37m behind the wheel when leaving Fitchburg, WI. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 252 miles (4h 55m), while the shortest is just 39 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Fitchburg, WI are New Richmond, WI (252.2 mi, 4h 55m), Whitefish Bay, WI (211.9 mi, 4h 22m), Sturtevant, WI (116.9 mi, 2h 22m), North Fond du Lac, WI (93.2 mi, 1h 55m), and Portage, WI (55.8 mi, 1h 7m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
For the average 128-mile drive from Fitchburg, WI, expect to burn about 5 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.
Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 6 mapped routes leaving Fitchburg, WI and 0 routes heading into Fitchburg, WI, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 39 to 252 miles.
The longest mapped route from Fitchburg, WI covers 252 miles and takes approximately 4h 55m. Shorter options start at just 39 miles.
The average route from Fitchburg, WI runs about 128 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 37m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
The most popular road trip destinations from Fitchburg, WI include New Richmond, WI, Whitefish Bay, WI, Sturtevant, WI and North Fond du Lac, WI. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Fitchburg, WI by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
31,566
Median Income
$85,420
Median Home Value
$389,400
Median Age
34.7
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Fitchburg, WI.
John Mann House
house in Fitchburg, Wisconsin, United States
McCoy Farmhouse
listed on the NRHP in Dane County, Wisconsin
Wisconsin Industrial School for Girls
girls school for delinquent and uncared
Fox Hall
historic house in Fitchburg, Wisconsin
City data from Wikidata (Q1570633), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
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