Trip from Glenmore, 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 34m

Distance

178.3 mi

287 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$28

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

3h 22m ★

6 AM

3h 35m

8 AM

3h 59m

10 AM

3h 43m

12 PM

3h 41m

3 PM

3h 44m

5 PM

3h 58m

8 PM

3h 27m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Glenmore, WI

Tom Fisk

City of Janesville, WI

Tom Fisk

Trip Overview

This 178.3-mile journey from Glenmore, WI, to the City of Janesville, WI, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 3 hours and 34 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-43, US-45, and US-14, this route offers a straightforward drive through the Midwest. With a projected fuel cost of around $28, it's an economical option for a quick getaway or transit. The drive is predominantly highway, making it efficient for reaching your destination without extensive detours. One planned stop is suggested along the way to break up the drive.

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

89.1 miles from Glenmore, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 43	97.9 mi	1h 48m
US 45	45.6 mi	49m
US 14	14.5 mi	19m
East-West Freeway	4.8 mi	6m
Zoo Freeway	3.5 mi	4m
County Road X	2.8 mi	5m
East Racine Street	2.7 mi	5m
WI 96	1.7 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 43 — 97.9 mi, about 1h 48m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Glenmore, WI and City of Janesville, WI.

Start on Langes Corners Road

80 ft · 7 sec · Langes Corners Road

Turn left onto Glenmore Road

1.0 mi · 4 min · Glenmore Road

Turn left onto CTH X

2.8 mi · 5 min · County Road X

At end of road, turn left onto WI 96

1.7 mi · 2 min · WI 96

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Merge onto I 43

98 mi · 1 hr 48 min · I 43

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min

Exit 72D Toward I 94 West: Madison Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 94

4.8 mi · 6 min · East-West Freeway

Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Exit 305A-B Toward I 41, US 45, I 894: Fond du Lac, Chicago Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min

Exit 305A Toward I 41 South, I 894 South, US 45 South: Chicago Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Toward I 41, I 894, US 45 South: Chicago

Merge onto I 41; I 894; US 41; US 45

3.5 mi · 4 min · Zoo Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto US 45

46 mi · 49 min · US 45

Exit 4 Toward I 43 South, US 45 South: Beloit Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Exit 15 Toward US 14: Darien, Janesville Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

121 ft · 3 sec

Merge onto US 14

3.3 mi · 4 min · US 14

Turn left onto US 14; WI 11

11 mi · 15 min · US 14; WI 11

Turn left onto WI 11

1.5 mi · 2 min · East Racine Street

Enter roundabout onto WI 11

118 ft · 6 sec · East Racine Street

Continue on WI 11

0.1 mi · 12 sec · East Racine Street

Enter roundabout onto East Racine Street

96 ft · 5 sec · East Racine Street

Continue on East Racine Street

1.1 mi · 2 min · East Racine Street

Turn right onto South Randall Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Randall Avenue

Turn left onto CTH MM

0.5 mi · 1 min · Ruger Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto East Court Street

0.1 mi · 19 sec · East Court Street

Arrive at destination

East Court Street

Trip Plan

With a total duration of under 4 hours, this trip offers flexibility. Consider an early morning departure to maximize your day, especially if you plan to spend time at your destination. The longest stretch without a significant change in major roads is 97.9 miles on I-43, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly. Given the relatively short travel time and manageable fuel cost of $28, you likely won't need to split this drive into multiple days. You'll have ample opportunity to make your single suggested stop at a point that best suits your needs.

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 89.1 miles from Glenmore, WI, or about 1h 44m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.9 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 39 miles or 49m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 89.1 miles or 1h 44m 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 51m

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 Glenmore, 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 Glenmore, WI

This is one driving day of about 178.3 miles and 3h 34m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Glenmore, 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 43 for about 97.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in and county seat of Milwaukee County, and largest city in State of Wisconsin, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Milwaukee, WI

89 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

Sheboygan, WI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Milwaukee, WI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 89.1 miles from Glenmore, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 43 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 97.9 miles.

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.

Top Coffee Stop

Discourse Coffee | Downtown

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv mile 101.9

Hours: 7:30 am–4:30 pm

Visit website

Little Sips Play Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Manitowoc, Wisconsin

2.3 mi

Vendetta Coffee Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

3 mi

Discourse Coffee | Downtown

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv mile 101.9

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Hours: 7:30 am–4:30 pm

Visit website

Little Sips Play Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 25.5

Manitowoc, Wisconsin

Hours: 9 am–2 pm

+19207175060

Visit website

Vendetta Coffee Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 101.9

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

Visit website

Blüm Coffee Garden

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 114.6

Greenfield, Wisconsin

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+14142824220

Visit website

Valentine Coffee Roasters on Vliet Street

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 101.9

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+14149888018

Visit website

Wisco Sips - Ledgeview

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10

Green Bay, Wisconsin

Hours: 6 am–5:30 pm

Visit website

Vendetta Coffee Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 101.9

Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Hours: 7:30 am–5 pm

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 103.7 and 159.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

103.7 mi into trip | ~2h 1m in

Take the exit toward I 94 West: Madison

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 72D Toward I 94 West: Madison

109.3 mi into trip | ~2h 9m in

Take the exit toward I 41, US 45, I 894: Fond du Lac, Chicago

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 305A-B Toward I 41, US 45, I 894: Fond du Lac, Chicago

109.5 mi into trip | ~2h 9m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 41 South, I 894 South, US 45 South: Chicago

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 305A Toward I 41 South, I 894 South, US 45 South: Ch...

114 mi into trip | ~2h 16m in | US 45

Take the exit onto US 45 toward I 43 South, US 45 South: Beloit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Exit 4 Toward I 43 South, US 45 South: Beloit

159.7 mi into trip | ~3h 6m in

Take the exit toward US 14: Darien, Janesville

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 15 Toward US 14: Darien, Janesville

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.88 one way

$55.75 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 62 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$30.61	$61.21
premium	$4.89	$34.31	$68.62
diesel	$5.61	$39.37	$78.73

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$28

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$53–$78

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 62.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	53.5	$18.72	$8.56
Efficient EV	44.6	$15.60	$7.13
EV Truck/SUV	71.3	$24.96	$11.41

Gas CO2

62 kg

EV CO2

21 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 15, 2026

Origin

Glenmore, WI

Morning in Glenmore on Sunday

Local time

7:34 AM

CDT

Current temp

44°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

City of Janesville, WI

Morning in City of Janesville on Sunday

Local time

7:34 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

4 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 34m 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?

Expect a highway-focused experience for 94% of this 178.3-mile trip. The majority of your time will be spent on interstates and major U.S. highways. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 97.9 miles on I-43, allowing for consistent progress. While primarily a highway drive, there may be transitions between different road types as you navigate through Wisconsin. This route is built for efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways.

94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 97.9 mi on I 43.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 43 and US 45. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 103.7 miles in.

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 21 significant decision points across 178.3 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 103.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 109.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 109.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Between Glenmore, WI and City of Janesville, WI, road signs point toward Chicago and Janesville.

Chicago

109.3 mi in | ~2h 9m

Janesville

159.7 mi in | ~3h 6m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 34m. Total distance: 178.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 97.9 miles on I 43. 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.

Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.2 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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Trip from Glenmore, WI to City of Janesville, WI

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Discourse Coffee | Downtown

Discourse Coffee | Downtown

Little Sips Play Cafe

Vendetta Coffee Bar

Blüm Coffee Garden

Valentine Coffee Roasters on Vliet Street

Wisco Sips - Ledgeview

Vendetta Coffee Bar

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Glenmore, WI

City of Janesville, WI

Same local time

4 degrees warmer at arrival

3h 34m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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