Origin
Evansville, WI
Morning in Evansville on Sunday
Local time
7:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Evansville, 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
29m
Distance
18.2 mi
29 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
★
6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Evansville, WI
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City of Janesville, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
This brief 18.2-mile drive from Evansville, WI, to the City of Janesville, WI, is a quick journey perfect for a single day trip. Expect to be on the road for about 29 minutes, with the majority of your travel, 91%, being on highways. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $3, making it an economical option for exploring the Midwest. Given the short distance and duration, there's no need for an overnight stay; you'll have plenty of time to explore Janesville upon arrival. This route offers a straightforward connection between two Wisconsin communities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 14 | 13.1 mi | 18m |
| US 51 | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| East Main Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| East Court Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South Madison Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 14
— 13.1 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Evansville, WI and City of Janesville, WI.
1
Start on WI 59; WI 213
21 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Madison Street
2
Turn right onto East Main Street
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
3
Continue on US 14
13 mi
·
18 min
·
US Highway 14
4
Turn right onto US 51; CTH F
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
US 51; CTH F
5
Turn left onto East Court Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Court Street
6
Arrive at destination
East Court Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 17.8 — 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 Main Street
Turn right onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
14.3 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
US 51; CTH F
Turn right onto US 51; CTH F
Navigation decision point
4
17.8 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
East Court Street
Turn left onto East Court Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.85 one way
$5.69 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.12 | $6.25 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.50 | $7.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.02 | $8.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.91 | $0.87 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.59 | $0.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.55 | $1.16 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% 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
Morning in City of Janesville on Sunday
Local time
7:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
48°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
29m 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 route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 91% of the journey taking place on main roads like US Highway 14 and US 51. You'll experience a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 13.1 miles on US Highway 14, indicating a consistent pace for most of the trip. The drive transitions to East Main Street as you approach your destination, offering a slight change in scenery from the open highway. Overall, expect a fast-paced and efficient travel experience with minimal slowdowns.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.1 mi on US Highway 14.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 14 and US 51. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Main Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Evansville, WI to City of Janesville, WI is easy. At 29m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.3 miles (US 51; CTH F): Navigation decision point; at 17.8 miles (East Court Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 18.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.1 miles on US Highway 14. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.3 miles (US 51; CTH F): Navigation decision point; at 17.8 miles (East Court Street): Navigation decision point.
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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