Origin
Merton, WI
Late night in Merton on Sunday
Local time
5:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Merton, 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
1h 25m
Distance
63.2 mi
102 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Merton, WI
Stefan Coders
City of Janesville, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Merton, WI to City of Janesville, WI is 63.2 miles and takes about 1h 25m via WI 26, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick trip stays within Wisconsin, moving from the Midwest region to the Midwest region. Expect a drive that's primarily on highways, making it a straightforward journey. It’s a good option if you’re looking for a short, efficient drive without much fuss. The total travel time is well under two hours, so it’s easily manageable as a same-day excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WI 26 | 33.6 mi | 44m |
| East-West Freeway | 19.5 mi | 20m |
| North Shore Drive | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| State Highway 83 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Winkleman Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| West Northshore Drive | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Jungbluth Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| North Garfield Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
WI 26
— 33.6 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Merton, WI and City of Janesville, WI.
1
Start on CTH VV
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue on CTH KE
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Winkleman Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto CTH K; CTH KE
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
County Highway K
4
Turn left onto CTH KE
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Jungbluth Road
5
Continue on CTH KE; CTH JK
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
North Shore Drive
6
Continue on CTH KE
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Northshore Drive
7
Turn left onto WI 83
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 83
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the ramp
254 ft
·
6 sec
Toward I 94 West: Madison
Use the right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 94 West
10
Merge onto I 94
20 mi
·
20 min
·
East-West Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 267
Toward WI 26: Watertown, Johnson Creek
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
320 ft
·
9 sec
Toward WI 26 South, I 94 Alternate: Johnson Creek, Jefferson, Fort Atkinson
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto WI 26
34 mi
·
44 min
·
WI 26
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Turn left onto East Memorial Drive
261 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Memorial Drive
15
Continue on North Garfield Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Garfield Avenue
16
Turn right onto East Court Street
467 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Court Street
17
Arrive at destination
East Court Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.6 miles from Merton, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 29 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
CTH K; CTH KE / County Highway K
At end of road, turn right onto CTH K; CTH KE / County Highway K
Navigation decision point
5
7.1 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
WI 83 / State Highway 83
Turn left onto WI 83 / State Highway 83
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
8.9 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the ramp toward I 94 West: Madison
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 94 West: Madison
8
28.8 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward WI 26: Watertown, Johnson Creek
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 267
Toward WI 26: Watertown, Johnson Creek
9
29 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Keep slight left at fork toward WI 26 South, I 94 Alternate: Johnson Creek, Jefferson, Fort Atkinson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward WI 26 South, I 94 Alternate: Johnson Cre...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.88 one way
$19.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.85 | $21.70 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.16 | $24.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.95 | $27.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19 | 0 | $6.64 | $3.03 |
| Efficient EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.53 | $2.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.85 | $4.04 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Late night in City of Janesville on Sunday
Local time
5:58 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
2 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
1h 25m 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 drive has an 87% highway share, so you'll spend most of your time on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 33.6 miles on WI 26, offering a solid period of consistent travel. The profile is described as highway-focused, suggesting a consistent pace for much of the journey. You'll likely experience a relatively smooth transition between road types, with the main roads guiding you efficiently towards your destination.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.6 mi on WI 26.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WI 26 and East-West Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near CTH K; CTH KE / County Highway K.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.2 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 1.9 miles (CTH K; CTH KE / County Highway K): Navigation decision point; at 7.1 miles (WI 83 / State Highway 83): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
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 Merton, WI and City of Janesville, WI, road signs point toward Johnson Creek, Jefferson and Fort Atkinson.
Johnson Creek
28.8 mi in
|
~38m
Jefferson
29 mi in
|
~38m
Fort Atkinson
29 mi in
|
~38m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 63.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.6 miles on WI 26. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
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: at 1.9 miles (CTH K; CTH KE / County Highway K): Navigation decision point; at 7.1 miles (WI 83 / State Highway 83): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
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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