Origin
City of Janesville, WI
Night in City of Janesville on Saturday
Local time
11:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from City of Janesville, WI to Silver Lake, 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 14m
Distance
54.8 mi
88 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 11m
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
Silver Lake, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Janesville, WI to Silver Lake, WI is 54.8 miles and takes about 1h 14m via I 43, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest, specifically Wisconsin, making it a straightforward local trip. You'll primarily be on interstate highways, so expect efficient travel for this short distance. It's a quick journey that's ideal for a single-day excursion, requiring minimal planning beyond checking your gas tank. Consider this route if you're looking for a simple, no-fuss drive between these two points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 288th Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 43
— 11.7 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Janesville, WI and Silver Lake, 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
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
75th Street
21
Turn right onto CTH B
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
288th Avenue
22
Continue on CTH B
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Cogswell Drive
23
Turn sharp right onto Railroad Street
125 ft
·
5 sec
·
Railroad Street
24
Arrive at destination
Railroad Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.4 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 125 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
$8.57 one way
$17.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.41 | $18.81 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.55 | $21.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.10 | $24.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.75 | $2.63 |
| Efficient EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.79 | $2.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.67 | $3.51 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Silver Lake, WI
Night in Silver Lake on Saturday
Local time
11:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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 14m 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?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 81% of the 54.8 miles on major roadways like I 43 and WI 11. You'll experience a consistent pace for most of the trip, including an uninterrupted stretch of 11.7 miles on I 43. The route offers a straightforward driving experience, largely characterized by the efficiency of interstate travel. While not explicitly scenic, the focus is on getting you from point A to point B smoothly. Expect a predictable journey with minimal slowdowns.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.7 mi on I 43.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 43 and WI 11. 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 54.8 miles you will encounter 12 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 14m. Total distance: 54.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.7 miles on I 43. 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 Silver Lake, 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 Silver Lake, 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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