Origin
City of Janesville, WI
Late night in City of Janesville on Sunday
Local time
5:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from City of Janesville, WI to Pleasant Prairie, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 31m
Distance
65.3 mi
105 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 24m
★
6 AM
1h 31m
8 AM
1h 45m
10 AM
1h 36m
12 PM
1h 35m
3 PM
1h 37m
5 PM
1h 44m
8 PM
1h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
City of Janesville, WI
Tom Fisk
Pleasant Prairie, WI
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 65.3-mile drive from the City of Janesville, WI, to Pleasant Prairie, WI, is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 31 minutes, making it a perfect one-day trip. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 68% of the journey on major roads like I-43 and WI 11, complemented by stretches on 75th Street. With an estimated fuel cost of around $10, this trip is budget-friendly and doesn't require an overnight stay. You'll be traveling within the Midwest region, staying within Wisconsin for the entirety of your journey. This route offers a practical and efficient way to get from point A to point B without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
32.7 miles from City of Janesville, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 75th Street | 12.4 mi | 19m |
| I 43 | 11.7 mi | 12m |
| WI 11 | 11.2 mi | 15m |
| State Highway 50 | 10.2 mi | 14m |
| US 12 | 7.7 mi | 8m |
| US 14 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| East Racine Street | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Geneva Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
75th Street
— 12.4 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Janesville, WI and Pleasant Prairie, WI.
1
Start on East Court Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
East Court Street
2
Turn right onto CTH MM
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Ruger Avenue
3
Turn right onto South Randall Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Randall Avenue
4
Turn left onto East Racine Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Racine Street
5
Continue on East Racine Street
445 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Racine Street
6
Enter roundabout onto WI 11
144 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Racine Street
7
Continue on WI 11
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
East Racine Street
8
Enter roundabout onto WI 11
112 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Racine Street
9
Continue on WI 11
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East Racine Street
10
Turn straight onto WI 11
11 mi
·
15 min
·
WI 11
11
Continue on US 14
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
US 14
12
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
13
Merge onto I 43
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 43
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 27A
Toward US 12 East: Lake Geneva
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
16
Merge onto US 12
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
US 12
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 330B
Toward WI 50 East: Kenosha
Use the right lane.
18
Continue on WI 50; WI 120
10 mi
·
14 min
·
State Highway 50
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on WI 50; WI 83
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Geneva Road
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on WI 50
12 mi
·
19 min
·
75th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Turn right onto 104th Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
104th Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
104th Avenue
Trip Plan
Given this is a short, 65.3-mile drive taking just over an hour, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Janesville in the morning should allow you to reach Pleasant Prairie with plenty of time to spare for any activities. With a fuel cost estimated at $10, you won't need frequent fuel stops, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Keep an eye on I-43 for potential traffic, especially if traveling during peak hours. The longest stretch on 75th Street is a good opportunity to settle in, but be prepared for the transition back to highway driving afterward.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 32.7 miles from City of Janesville, WI, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.4 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 14 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.7 miles or 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pleasant Prairie, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving City of Janesville, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from City of Janesville, WI
This is one driving day of about 65.3 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from City of Janesville, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on 75th Street for about 12.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.7 miles from City of Janesville, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 115 decision points cluster between mile 2.2 and 39.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
WI 11 / East Racine Street
Enter roundabout onto WI 11 / East Racine Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
WI 11 / East Racine Street
Enter roundabout onto WI 11 / East Racine Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
30.5 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward US 12 East: Lake Geneva
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 27A
Toward US 12 East: Lake Geneva
5
31.4 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
US 12
Merge onto US 12
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
39.1 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward WI 50 East: Kenosha
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 330B
Toward WI 50 East: Kenosha
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.21 one way
$20.42 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.21 | $22.42 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.57 | $25.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.42 | $28.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.86 | $3.13 |
| Efficient EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.1 | 0 | $9.14 | $4.18 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Pleasant Prairie, WI
Late night in Pleasant Prairie on Sunday
Local time
5:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 31m 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 predominantly highway-focused drive for this 65.3-mile trip. With 68% of the route utilizing major highways, including I-43 and WI 11, you'll experience a good amount of faster travel. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 12.4 miles on 75th Street, offering a segment of uninterrupted driving before rejoining the main arteries. While not an exclusively interstate experience, the character leans towards efficient travel on well-maintained roads, with the road conditions generally remaining consistent throughout the 1 hour and 31-minute duration.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.4 mi on 75th Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on 75th Street and I 43. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in near WI 11 / East Racine Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.3 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 2.2 miles (WI 11 / East Racine Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.3 miles (WI 11 / East Racine Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 30.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 65.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.4 miles on 75th Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Pleasant Prairie, WI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles (WI 11 / East Racine Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.3 miles (WI 11 / East Racine Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 30.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pleasant Prairie, 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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