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Trip from Fitchburg, WI to New London, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 46m
Distance
132.1 mi
213 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 36m
★
6 AM
2h 47m
8 AM
3h 9m
10 AM
2h 54m
12 PM
2h 52m
3 PM
2h 56m
5 PM
3h 7m
8 PM
2h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fitchburg, WI
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New London, WI
Willemijn Doelman
Trip Overview
Fitchburg, WI to New London, WI is 132.1 miles and takes about 2h 46m via US 151 and US 45, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, making it a straightforward hop between Wisconsin communities. With 86% of the drive on highways, you'll spend most of your time cruising at speed. The total distance is manageable for a single day, offering a practical option for connecting these two points without an overnight stay.
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
66 miles from Fitchburg, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 151 | 50 mi | 56m |
| State Highway 26 | 21 mi | 29m |
| US 45 | 18.1 mi | 21m |
| US Highway 45 | 7.1 mi | 9m |
| I 41 | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| West Beltline Highway | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| US 14 | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| I 39 | 5.1 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
US 151
— 50 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fitchburg, WI and New London, WI.
1
Start on Wendt Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
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Wendt Road
2
Turn left onto CTH M
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
County Highway M
3
Turn straight onto CTH MM
101 ft
·
2 sec
·
CTH MM
4
Turn slight left onto CTH MM
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
CTH MM
5
Enter roundabout onto CTH MM
118 ft
·
2 sec
·
County Road MM
6
Continue on CTH MM
338 ft
·
8 sec
·
County Road MM
7
Enter roundabout
239 ft
·
13 sec
Toward US 14 West, US 18 Alternate, US 151 Alternate
8
Continue
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward US 14 West, US 18 Alternate, US 151 Alternate
9
Merge onto US 14
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
US 14
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto US 14
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 14
Exit 132A-B
Toward US 12, US 14, US 18, US 151 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 132A
Toward US 12 East, US 18 East
12
Merge onto US 12; US 18
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
West Beltline Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 267B
Toward I 39 North, I 90 West: Milwaukee, Wisconsin Dells
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
14
Merge onto I 39; I 90
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
I 39; I 90
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 135C-B-A
Toward US 151: Madison, Sun Prairie
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward US 151 North: Sun Prairie
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 135B
Toward US 151 North: Sun Prairie
Use the slight right lane.
18
Merge onto US 151
50 mi
·
56 min
·
US 151
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward WI 26 North: Rosendale
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
21
Turn left onto State Highway 26
10 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 26
22
Continue on WI 26
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
23
Continue on WI 26
11 mi
·
15 min
·
State Highway 26
24
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I-41_North: Appleton, Green_Bay
25
Merge onto I 41; US 41
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
I 41; US 41
Toward Appleton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward US 45: New London, Algoma Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
58 sec
Toward US 45 North: New London
Use the slight left lane.
28
Merge onto US 45
15 mi
·
17 min
·
US 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
US 45
Exit 273
Toward US 45 North: New London
Use the straight lane.
30
Enter roundabout onto US 45
125 ft
·
7 sec
·
US Highway 45
Toward US 45 North: New London
31
Continue on US 45
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
US Highway 45
Toward US 45 North: New London
Use the straight / left lanes.
32
Take the exit
188 ft
·
5 sec
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
33
Turn left onto US 45 Bus; CTH T
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Mill Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
34
Turn left onto US 45 Business; CTH T
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Beacon Avenue
35
Turn right onto US 45 Business; CTH D
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Pearl Street
36
Turn left onto US 45 Business; CTH D
47 ft
·
0 sec
·
West North Water Street
37
Arrive at destination
US 45 Business; CTH D
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour 46 minute drive time, this trip is easily completed in one day. Aim to depart Fitchburg in the morning to allow ample time for any unexpected delays or the chance to stop if you wish. The longest stretch without a major change in road type is about 50 miles on US 151, so plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly. With a fuel cost estimated at $21, you won't need to worry about excessive spending on gas for this relatively short, one-day excursion.
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 66 miles from Fitchburg, WI, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50 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 29 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66 miles or 1h 20m 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 London, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fitchburg, 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 Fitchburg, WI
This is one driving day of about 132.1 miles and 2h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Fitchburg, 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 US 151 for about 50 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
66 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 66 miles from Fitchburg, 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.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 295 decision points cluster between mile 11.3 and 24 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
11.3 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
US 14
Take the exit onto US 14 toward US 12, US 14, US 18, US 151 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 132A-B
Toward US 12, US 14, US 18, US 151 South
8
17.6 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward I 39 North, I 90 West: Milwaukee, Wisconsin Dells
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 267B
Toward I 39 North, I 90 West: Milwaukee, Wiscon...
8
23.5 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward US 151: Madison, Sun Prairie
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 135C-B-A
Toward US 151: Madison, Sun Prairie
8
23.8 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 151 North: Sun Prairie
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 151 North: Sun Prairie
8
24 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 151 North: Sun Prairie
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 135B
Toward US 151 North: Sun Prairie
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.65 one way
$41.30 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.68 | $45.35 |
| premium | $4.89 | $25.42 | $50.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.17 | $58.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.6 | 0 | $13.87 | $6.34 |
| Efficient EV | 33 | 0 | $11.56 | $5.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.8 | 0 | $18.49 | $8.45 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Origin
Fitchburg, WI
Morning in Fitchburg on Sunday
Local time
11:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
New London, WI
Morning in New London on Sunday
Local time
11:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
42°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
23 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
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 highway driving, with 86% of the 132.1 miles on faster roads like US 151 and US 45. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 50 miles on US 151, allowing for consistent cruising. Expect to transition to surface roads as you approach your destination, with the final portion of the drive likely involving more local traffic and intersections.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
37 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50 mi on US 151.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 151 and State Highway 26. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.3 miles in near US 14.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 29 significant decision points across 132.1 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: at 11.3 miles (US 14): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Fitchburg, WI and New London, WI, road signs point toward Wisconsin Dells, Sun Prairie, Green_Bay and Appleton.
Wisconsin Dells
17.6 mi in
|
~24m
Sun Prairie
23.5 mi in
|
~31m
Green_Bay
96.9 mi in
|
~2h 2m
Appleton
97.2 mi in
|
~2h 3m
|
via I 41; US 41
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 46m. Total distance: 132.1 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 (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 50 miles on US 151. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 New London, 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. There are 1 rest area along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 11.3 miles (US 14): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New London, 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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