Origin
Clintonville, WI
Late night in Clintonville on Sunday
Local time
5:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clintonville, 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
3h 22m
Distance
150.7 mi
243 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 10m
★
6 AM
3h 22m
8 AM
3h 46m
10 AM
3h 31m
12 PM
3h 28m
3 PM
3h 32m
5 PM
3h 45m
8 PM
3h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clintonville, WI
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City of Janesville, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Clintonville, WI to Janesville, WI is 150.7 miles and takes about 3h 22m via State Highway 26 and US Highway 45, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest, connecting two points in Wisconsin. It's primarily a highway-focused trip, making it a straightforward journey. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained state and US highways, so expect a predictable travel experience. This route is ideal if you're looking for a direct and efficient way to get from point A to point B without extensive detours.
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
75.4 miles from Clintonville, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 26 | 55.7 mi | 1h 13m |
| WI 26 | 34.8 mi | 45m |
| US Highway 45 | 29.7 mi | 40m |
| US 45 | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| I 41 | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| US 151 | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| North Main Street | 2 mi | 4m |
| South Main Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 26
— 55.7 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clintonville, WI and City of Janesville, WI.
1
Start on 8th Place
107 ft
·
8 sec
·
8th Place
2
Turn right onto WI 22; CTH D
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Continue on US 45; WI 22; CTH D
24 mi
·
32 min
·
US Highway 45
Use the straight lane.
4
Enter roundabout onto US 45
110 ft
·
6 sec
·
US Highway 45
Toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
5
Continue on US 45
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
US Highway 45
Toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
Use the straight lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US 45
Exit 276
Toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 41 South: Milwaukee
8
Merge onto I 41; US 41
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 41; US 41
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 113
Toward WI 26, CTH N: Rosendale
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn right onto WI 26; CTH N
11 mi
·
14 min
·
State Highway 26
11
Continue on WI 26
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
12
Continue on WI 26
9.7 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 26
13
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
14
Merge onto US 151; WI 26
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
US 151; WI 26
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 144
Toward WI 26: Waupun, Juneau
16
Keep slight left at fork
187 ft
·
4 sec
17
Turn left onto WI 26
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 26
18
Continue on WI 26
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Front Street
19
Continue on WI 26
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 26
20
Continue on WI 26
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
21
Turn right onto CTH W
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West North Street
22
Turn left onto Western Avenue
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Western Avenue
23
Turn right onto WI 26; CTH S
23 mi
·
27 min
·
State Highway 26
Use the straight lane.
24
Continue on WI 26
35 mi
·
45 min
·
WI 26
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Turn left onto East Memorial Drive
261 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Memorial Drive
26
Continue on North Garfield Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Garfield Avenue
27
Turn right onto East Court Street
467 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Court Street
28
Arrive at destination
East Court Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 3 hours and 22 minutes, this is a perfect one-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Plan to leave in the morning to take advantage of daylight and arrive well before evening. With only one stop suggested, you can easily complete this drive without needing to break it up. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longest stretch on State Highway 26, as services can sometimes be spaced out on highway routes.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 75.4 miles from Clintonville, WI, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.7 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 33 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.4 miles or 1h 40m 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 45m
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 Clintonville, 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 Clintonville, WI
This is one driving day of about 150.7 miles and 3h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Clintonville, 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 State Highway 26 for about 55.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 75.4 miles from Clintonville, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 77.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
WI 22; CTH D / South Main Street
Turn right onto WI 22; CTH D / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
24.9 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
US 45 / US Highway 45
Enter roundabout onto US 45 / US Highway 45 toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
8
30.8 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
US 45
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45 toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 276
Toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
8
50.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward WI 26, CTH N: Rosendale
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 113
Toward WI 26, CTH N: Rosendale
6
77.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward WI 26: Waupun, Juneau
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 144
Toward WI 26: Waupun, Juneau
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.56 one way
$47.12 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.87 | $51.74 |
| premium | $4.89 | $29.00 | $58.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.27 | $66.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.2 | 0 | $15.82 | $7.23 |
| Efficient EV | 37.7 | 0 | $13.19 | $6.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.3 | 0 | $21.10 | $9.64 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Late night in City of Janesville on Sunday
Local time
5:59 AM
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
7 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
3h 22m 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 95% of the route utilizing major roads like State Highway 26 and US Highway 45. You'll encounter one significant stretch of 55.7 miles on State Highway 26, offering a sustained period of consistent driving. The character of the road is largely predictable, as you'll be on well-maintained highways for the vast majority of the trip. Expect a smooth and efficient journey, with minimal interruptions from local traffic or complex intersections.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.7 mi on State Highway 26.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 26 and WI 26. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WI 22; CTH D / South Main Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 150.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WI 22; CTH D / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.9 miles (US 45 / US Highway 45): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 30.8 miles (US 45): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Clintonville, WI and City of Janesville, WI, road signs point toward Cth N: Rosendale and Juneau.
Cth N: Rosendale
50.9 mi in
|
~1h 5m
Juneau
77.3 mi in
|
~1h 43m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 22m. Total distance: 150.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.7 miles on State Highway 26. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 City of Janesville, WI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WI 22; CTH D / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.9 miles (US 45 / US Highway 45): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 30.8 miles (US 45): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.7 hours — manageable with a long break at City of Janesville, WI, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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