Origin
Brockway, WI
Night in Brockway on Saturday
Local time
11:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brockway, WI to City of Janesville, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 59m
Distance
161.1 mi
259 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 48m
★
6 AM
3h 0m
8 AM
3h 22m
10 AM
3h 8m
12 PM
3h 5m
3 PM
3h 9m
5 PM
3h 21m
8 PM
2h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brockway, WI
Tom Fisk
City of Janesville, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Brockway, WI to City of Janesville, WI is 161.1 miles and takes about 2 hours 59 minutes via I 94, I 39, and Milton Avenue, with a fuel budget near $25 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Wisconsin, moving from the Midwest region to the Midwest region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive that should be manageable for most drivers in a single day. Given the relatively short duration and high highway share, it's a practical choice for a quick transfer or a day trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
80.5 miles from Brockway, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 122.4 mi | 2h 11m |
| I 39 | 33.1 mi | 35m |
| Milton Avenue | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| East Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Garfield Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Gebhardt Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Roosevelt Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| State Highway 27 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 122.4 mi, about 2h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brockway, WI and City of Janesville, WI.
1
Start on Armstrong Avenue
94 ft
·
6 sec
·
Armstrong Avenue
2
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
East 3rd Street
3
Turn right onto WI 27
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
State Highway 27
4
Continue on WI 27
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Gebhardt Road
5
Continue on US 12; WI 27
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
South Roosevelt Road
6
Turn right onto WI 54
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
8
Merge onto I 94
122 mi
·
2 hr 11 min
·
I 94
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 39; I 90
33 mi
·
35 min
·
I 39; I 90
Toward I 39, I 90: Chicago
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 171A
Toward WI 26: State Highway 26
12
Keep slight right at fork
414 ft
·
10 sec
Toward WI 26 South: Janesville
13
Turn slight right onto WI 26
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Milton Avenue
14
Turn left onto East Memorial Drive
261 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Memorial Drive
15
Continue on North Garfield Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Garfield Avenue
16
Turn right onto East Court Street
467 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Court Street
17
Arrive at destination
East Court Street
Trip Plan
With a drive time under 3 hours, this route offers a lot of flexibility, making it ideal for a same-day trip. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid early rush hour and allow for a relaxed start. The longest stretch without a major exit will be over 122 miles, so ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on that segment. Given the $25 fuel cost estimate, it's wise to top off your tank before leaving Brockway to ensure you don't need to search for stations during the core interstate portion.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 80.5 miles from Brockway, WI, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 122.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 35 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.5 miles or 1h 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Janesville, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Brockway, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brockway, WI
This is one driving day of about 161.1 miles and 2h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Brockway, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 122.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
81 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 80.5 miles from Brockway, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 122.4 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 158 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East 3rd Street
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 94
Merge onto I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
124.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
|
I 39; I 90
Keep slight right at fork onto I 39; I 90 toward I 39, I 90: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 39, I 90: Chicago
7
157.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 51m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WI 26: State Highway 26
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 171A
Toward WI 26: State Highway 26
6
158 mi into trip
|
~2h 52m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WI 26 South: Janesville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward WI 26 South: Janesville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.19 one way
$50.37 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $27.65 | $55.31 |
| premium | $4.89 | $31.00 | $62.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.57 | $71.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.3 | 0 | $16.92 | $7.73 |
| Efficient EV | 40.3 | 0 | $14.10 | $6.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.4 | 0 | $22.55 | $10.31 |
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
City of Janesville, WI
Night in City of Janesville on Saturday
Local time
11:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
6 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 59m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that is predominantly highway, with 97% of the journey on major interstates. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 122.4 miles on I 94, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent speed. The route relies heavily on I 39 and I 94 for the bulk of the mileage, suggesting a fast-paced transit. While Milton Avenue is listed, it likely represents a smaller portion at the beginning or end, meaning the majority of your time will be spent on the interstate system.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 122.4 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and I 39. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East 3rd Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 161.1 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 124.5 miles (I 39; I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 59m. Total distance: 161.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 122.4 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 124.5 miles (I 39; I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at City of Janesville, WI before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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