Origin
Janesville, WI
Morning in Janesville on Sunday
Local time
9:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Janesville, WI to West Allis, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
69.5 mi
112 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Janesville, WI
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West Allis, WI
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Trip Overview
This 69.5-mile drive from Janesville, WI, to West Allis, WI, is easily manageable in just 1 hour and 27 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, with 91% of the journey on interstates and freeways, including I-43 and US-14. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $11, which is quite economical for a trip of this length. Given its short duration and straightforward path through the Midwest, this drive offers a convenient way to travel between these Wisconsin cities without needing an overnight stop.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 43 | 45.2 mi | 48m |
| US 14 | 14.2 mi | 19m |
| Zoo Freeway | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| East Delavan Drive | 2 mi | 2m |
| West Greenfield Avenue | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| East County Road O | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| US 45 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 43
— 45.2 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Janesville, WI and West Allis, WI.
1
Start on this road
124 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Saint Lawrence Avenue
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Saint Lawrence Avenue
3
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
4
Continue on Beloit Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Beloit Avenue
5
Turn left onto CTH O
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Delavan Drive
6
Continue on CTH O
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East County Road O
7
Turn right onto US 14; WI 11
11 mi
·
14 min
·
US 14; WI 11
8
Continue on US 14
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
US 14
9
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
10
Merge onto I 43
45 mi
·
48 min
·
I 43
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto US 45
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
US 45
Exit 61
Toward I 41 North, US 45 North, I 894 West: Fond du Lac, Madison
12
Merge onto I 41; I 894; US 41; US 45
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Zoo Freeway
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 1D
Toward WI 59: Greenfield Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn right onto WI 59
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West Greenfield Avenue
Use the left lane.
15
Arrive at destination
WI 59
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.8 miles from Janesville, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 68 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Saint Lawrence Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Saint Lawrence Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
19 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
I 43
Merge onto I 43
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
64.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
US 45
Take the exit onto US 45 toward I 41 North, US 45 North, I 894 West: Fond du Lac, Madison
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 61
Toward I 41 North, US 45 North, I 894 West: Fon...
7
67.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward WI 59: Greenfield Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1D
Toward WI 59: Greenfield Avenue
4
68 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
WI 59 / West Greenfield Avenue
Turn right onto WI 59 / West Greenfield Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.87 one way
$21.73 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.93 | $23.86 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.37 | $26.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.34 | $30.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.30 | $3.34 |
| Efficient EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.08 | $2.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.73 | $4.45 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
West Allis, WI
Morning in West Allis on Sunday
Local time
9:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Lyons, WI
35 mi in
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
1 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
1h 27m 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 the majority of this 69.5-mile trip. With 91% of the route utilizing high-speed roads like I-43 and the Zoo Freeway, you'll be covering ground efficiently. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 45.2 miles on I-43, allowing for a steady pace. This drive is characterized by its directness, minimizing time on slower local roads and maximizing your time on the open highway.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 45.2 mi on I 43.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 43 and US 14. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Saint Lawrence Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 69.5 miles you will encounter 10 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 (Saint Lawrence Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 19 miles (I 43): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.1 miles (US 45): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
986 ft
729 ft
Total Climb
279 ft
Total Descent
400 ft
Highest Point
986 ft
~29.8 mi in
Elevation Range
257 ft
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.
On the drive from Janesville, WI to West Allis, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Madison along the way.
Madison
64.1 mi in
|
~1h 17m
|
via US 45
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 69.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 45.2 miles on I 43. 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 (Saint Lawrence Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 19 miles (I 43): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.1 miles (US 45): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at West Allis, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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