This 143.8-mile journey from Elroy, Wisconsin to New Berlin, Wisconsin is a straightforward, single-day road trip, estimated to take about 2 hours and 46 minutes. With 87% of the drive on highways, it's a focused, efficient route suitable for a single day of travel. You can expect a fuel cost of around $22 for this trip. Both your origin and destination are within the Midwest region, keeping the familiar Midwestern landscape consistent throughout your drive. This route is well-suited for completing in one go, making it a convenient option for a quick 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
71.9 miles from Elroy, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 26m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
60.9 mi
1h 5m
I 90
57.9 mi
1h 2m
County Road O
12.6 mi
17m
US 12
5.8 mi
7m
South Moorland Road
3.2 mi
6m
Lake Street
0.7 mi
1m
County Road G
0.6 mi
<1m
West Flint Street
0.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 60.9 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elroy, WI and New Berlin, WI.
1
Start on Liberty Street
108 ft·7 sec·Liberty Street
2
Turn right onto WI 80; WI 82
0.2 mi·41 sec·Main Street
3
Turn left onto CTH O
0.2 mi·37 sec·Franklin Street
4
Turn right onto CTH O
0.7 mi·1 min·Lake Street
5
Continue on CTH O
6.4 mi·9 min·County Road O
6
At end of road, turn right onto CTH G; CTH O
0.6 mi·50 sec·County Road G
7
Turn left onto CTH O
6.2 mi·8 min·County Road O
8
At end of road, turn right onto US 12; WI 16
5.8 mi·7 min·US 12;WI 16
9
Continue on US 12; WI 16
0.4 mi·1 min·West Flint Street
10
Turn left onto CTH HH; CTH N
0.2 mi·30 sec·South Wisconsin Street
11
Continue on CTH HH; CTH N
0.4 mi·53 sec·Wright Street
12
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·30 sec
13
Merge onto I 90; I 94
58 mi·1 hr 2 min·I 90; I 94
Use the straight lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
61 mi·1 hr 5 min·I 94
Exit 138AToward I 94: MilwaukeeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
Exit 301A-BToward I 94 East Alternate: Moorland RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork
183 ft·4 sec
Toward I 94 Alternate East: New BerlinUse the right lane.
17
Turn straight onto CTH O
3.2 mi·6 min·South Moorland Road
Use the straight lane.
18
Arrive at destination
West National Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 46 minutes, this route is easily manageable in one day, offering flexibility in your departure time. Plan for one stop to break up the 143.8 miles, perhaps after the longest stretch on I-94. The estimated fuel cost of $22 is a good budget to keep in mind. A practical tip for this drive: keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the 60.9-mile stretch on I-94, as services can be more spread out on longer highway segments.
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 71.9 miles from Elroy, WI, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.9 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 32 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 71.9 miles or 1h 26m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Berlin, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Elroy, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Elroy, WI
This is one driving day of about 143.8 miles and 2h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Elroy, 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 60.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 140.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|WI 80; WI 82 / Main Street
Turn right onto WI 80; WI 82 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|CTH O / Franklin Street
Turn left onto CTH O / Franklin Street
Navigation decision point
8
79.2 mi into trip|~1h 34m in|I 94
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94 toward I 94: Milwaukee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 138A
Toward I 94: Milwaukee
7
140.1 mi into trip|~2h 39m in
Take the exit toward I 94 East Alternate: Moorland Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 301A-B
Toward I 94 East Alternate: Moorland Road
7
140.5 mi into trip|~2h 40m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 Alternate East: New Berlin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 94 Alternate East: New Berlin
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.48 one way
$44.96 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg50 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$24.68
$49.37
premium
$4.89
$27.67
$55.35
diesel
$5.61
$31.75
$63.50
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
43.1
0
$15.10
$6.90
Efficient EV
36
0
$12.58
$5.75
EV Truck/SUV
57.5
0
$20.13
$9.20
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
Elroy, WI
Morning
in Elroy on Tuesday
Local time
9:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 3 to 9 mph36% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 13 at 2:57AM CDT until April 14 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 13 at 2:23AM CDT until April 14 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
Destination
New Berlin, WI
Morning
in New Berlin on Tuesday
Local time
9:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 10 mph12% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 13 at 2:57AM CDT until April 14 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 13 at 2:23AM CDT until April 14 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
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
3 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
2h 46m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Ice Age National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Ice Age National Scenic Trail spans 1,200 miles, traverses some of Wisconsin's finest geologic and glacial features, and passes through the ancestral lands of 15 Tribes. The Trail is built, manage...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
Free
near mile 24.8
Caution: Averill–Kelly Creek Wilderness Segment — Dangerous Ford at New Wood River
Caution: Skunk and Foster Lakes Segment — Storm Damage
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 87% of your travel occurring on major interstates like I-94 and I-90. You'll encounter County Road O for a portion of the drive, offering a slight change of pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 60.9 miles on I-94, so be prepared for sustained highway driving. This route is characterized by its efficiency rather than winding scenic byways.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 60.9 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 90. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WI 80; WI 82 / Main Street.
Driving Effort5/10
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 143.8 miles you will encounter 13 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 (WI 80; WI 82 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (CTH O / Franklin Street): Navigation decision point; at 79.2 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,064 ft812 ft
Total Climb
439 ft
Total Descent
497 ft
Highest Point
1,064 ft
~61.6 mi in
Elevation Range
252 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 46m. Total distance: 143.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 60.9 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 (WI 80; WI 82 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (CTH O / Franklin Street): Navigation decision point; at 79.2 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Ice Age National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New Berlin, WI before heading back.
