Origin
Fitchburg, WI
Night in Fitchburg on Saturday
Local time
11:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 50m
Distance
132.5 mi
213 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Outagamie County, WI
Tom Fisk
Fitchburg, WI to Outagamie County, WI is 132.5 miles and takes about 2h 50m via US 151 and I-41, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Wisconsin, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. Expect a highway-focused drive that's efficient for getting from point A to point B. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, this route is a straightforward journey for a single day.
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
66.3 miles from Fitchburg, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 151 | 50 mi | 56m |
| I 41 | 24.6 mi | 26m |
| State Highway 26 | 21 mi | 29m |
| County Road A | 5.9 mi | 10m |
| West Beltline Highway | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| US 14 | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| I 39 | 5.1 mi | 5m |
| County Highway M | 4.8 mi | 7m |
Step-by-step road directions between Fitchburg, WI and Outagamie County, WI.
Start on Wendt Road
Turn left onto CTH M
Turn straight onto CTH MM
Turn slight left onto CTH MM
Enter roundabout onto CTH MM
Continue on CTH MM
Enter roundabout
Continue
Merge onto US 14
Take the exit onto US 14
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto US 12; US 18
Take the exit
Merge onto I 39; I 90
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto US 151
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn left onto State Highway 26
Continue on WI 26
Continue on WI 26
Turn left
Merge onto I 41; US 41
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto CTH OO
Turn left onto CTH A
Enter roundabout onto CTH A
Continue on CTH A
Continue on CTH A
Turn left onto Krueger Road
Arrive at destination
Given the 2h 50m estimated drive time, leaving Fitchburg in the morning will give you plenty of daylight to reach Outagamie County. The route has only one suggested stop, so plan your breaks accordingly, perhaps around the halfway point or when you transition to I-41. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 50-mile stretch on US 151, as services might be more spaced out. The $21 fuel cost is a good estimate for this 132.5-mile trip, so budget accordingly.
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.
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 66.3 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 Outagamie County, WI than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Fitchburg, 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 Fitchburg, WI
This is one driving day of about 132.5 miles and 2h 50m.
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.
A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 66.3 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.
5 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.
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
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
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
Keep slight left at fork toward US 151 North: Sun Prairie
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward US 151 North: Sun Prairie
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$20.71 one way
$41.43 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.74 | $45.49 |
| premium | $4.89 | $25.50 | $51.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.25 | $58.51 |
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: 46.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.8 | 0 | $13.91 | $6.36 |
| Efficient EV | 33.1 | 0 | $11.59 | $5.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53 | 0 | $18.55 | $8.48 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (65% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Fitchburg on Saturday
Local time
11:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Outagamie County on Saturday
Local time
11:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
46°F
Juneau, WI
66 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 80% of the journey on major roads like US 151, I-41, and State Highway 26. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of approximately 50 miles on US 151, offering a good period of steady driving. The character of the drive is largely about efficient travel, transitioning from one main artery to another to cover the 132.5 miles. It's designed for covering ground rather than a leisurely exploration.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 151 and I 41. 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.
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 24 significant decision points across 132.5 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.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Fitchburg, WI and Outagamie County, WI, road signs point toward Wisconsin Dells, Sun Prairie, Green_Bay, Appleton, Cth 00 and Wis 15: New London.
Wisconsin Dells
Sun Prairie
Green_Bay
Appleton
Cth 00
Wis 15: New London
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 50m. Total distance: 132.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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