Origin
Milford, WI
Morning in Milford on Tuesday
Local time
10:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Milford, WI to City of Janesville, WI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
35.4 mi
57 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Milford, WI
Tom Fisk
City of Janesville, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Milford, WI to City of Janesville, WI is 35.4 miles and takes about 54m via WI 26, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, one-day trip primarily traversing the Midwest's familiar landscapes. With a highway-focused profile, this route is designed for efficient travel, making it a practical choice for those looking to cover ground without significant detours. Expect a smooth journey that keeps you moving, ideal for a quick connection between these Wisconsin points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WI 26 | 20.3 mi | 27m |
| County Road G | 5.9 mi | 9m |
| County Road A | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| State Highway 89 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| US 12 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Mulberry Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Garfield Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
WI 26
— 20.3 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milford, WI and City of Janesville, WI.
1
Start on CTH A; CTH Q
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
County Road Q
2
Turn straight onto CTH A
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road A
3
Continue on CTH A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Mulberry Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto CTH A; CTH B
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
East Madison Street
5
Turn left onto WI 89; CTH A; CTH G
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
6
Continue on WI 89; CTH G
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 89
7
Turn right onto CTH G
5.9 mi
·
9 min
·
County Road G
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 12
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
US 12
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
10
Merge onto WI 26
20 mi
·
27 min
·
WI 26
11
Turn left onto East Memorial Drive
261 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Memorial Drive
12
Continue on North Garfield Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Garfield Avenue
13
Turn right onto East Court Street
467 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Court Street
14
Arrive at destination
East Court Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.7 miles from Milford, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 3.7 and 34.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
3.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
CTH A; CTH B / East Madison Street
At end of road, turn right onto CTH A; CTH B / East Madison Street
Navigation decision point
4
3.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
WI 89; CTH A; CTH G / North Main Street
Turn left onto WI 89; CTH A; CTH G / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
12.7 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
US 12
At end of road, turn left onto US 12
Navigation decision point
4
14.3 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
34.8 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
East Memorial Drive
Turn left onto East Memorial Drive
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.53 one way
$11.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.08 | $12.15 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.81 | $13.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.82 | $15.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.72 | $1.70 |
| Efficient EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.10 | $1.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.96 | $2.27 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
City of Janesville, WI
Morning in City of Janesville on Tuesday
Local time
10:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°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
19 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
54m 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 is largely highway-focused, with 67% of the journey taking place on such roads. You'll experience your longest uninterrupted stretch of 20.3 miles on WI 26, offering a consistent pace. The route utilizes WI 26, County Road G, and County Road A, suggesting a mix of state highway and local road driving. While primarily efficient, be prepared for transitions between these road types as you make your way to Janesville.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.3 mi on WI 26.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WI 26 and County Road G. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.7 miles in near CTH A; CTH B / East Madison Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 54m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.7 miles (CTH A; CTH B / East Madison Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (WI 89; CTH A; CTH G / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.7 miles (US 12): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 35.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.3 miles on WI 26. 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: at 3.7 miles (CTH A; CTH B / East Madison Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (WI 89; CTH A; CTH G / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.7 miles (US 12): Navigation decision point.
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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