Connecting Monona to Muskego is a straightforward 76.1-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 33 minutes. Because this is a compact trip within the Midwest, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. You can expect to spend roughly $12 on fuel, making this an economical choice for a quick getaway. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, including I-94 and South Stoughton Road, ensuring a direct path between these two Wisconsin locations. Since the entire drive stays within the state, you can anticipate a consistent travel experience without major regional shifts. It’s a practical, no-nonsense commute that allows for maximum time at your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.1 miles from Monona, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 44m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
60.1 mi
1h 4m
South Moorland Road
7.3 mi
13m
South Stoughton Road
3 mi
4m
WI 30
1.8 mi
2m
Janesville Road
1.8 mi
4m
Pflaum Road
0.9 mi
2m
Nichols Road
0.4 mi
<1m
Pioneer Drive
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 60.1 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monona, WI and Muskego, WI.
1
Start on Nichols Road
0.4 mi·59 sec·Nichols Road
2
Continue on Pflaum Road
0.9 mi·2 min·Pflaum Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto US 51
3.0 mi·4 min·South Stoughton Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·29 sec
5
Merge onto WI 30
1.8 mi·2 min·WI 30
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 94
60 mi·1 hr 4 min·I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
Exit 301A-BToward I 94 East Alternate: Moorland RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
183 ft·4 sec
Toward I 94 Alternate East: New BerlinUse the right lane.
9
Turn straight onto CTH O
4.7 mi·8 min·South Moorland Road
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on CTH O
331 ft·7 sec·South Moorland Road
11
Enter roundabout onto CTH O
220 ft·4 sec·South Moorland Road
12
Continue on CTH O
0.2 mi·17 sec·South Moorland Road
13
Continue on CTH O
0.1 mi·11 sec·South Moorland Road
14
Enter roundabout onto CTH O
124 ft·2 sec·South Moorland Road
15
Continue on CTH O
2.2 mi·4 min·South Moorland Road
16
Turn right onto CTH L
1.8 mi·4 min·Janesville Road
17
Turn left onto Pioneer Drive
143 ft·6 sec·Pioneer Drive
18
Arrive at destination
Pioneer Drive
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 33 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since the trip involves no mandatory stops, you can easily complete the journey in one sitting without needing to plan for breaks. To ensure a smooth experience, keep an eye on traffic patterns along the I-94 corridor, as these major roads can fluctuate in volume. Budgeting $12 for fuel should be sufficient for the 76.1-mile trek, but keeping a little extra set aside is always a wise move for any road trip. Since the drive is quite brief, consider fueling up in Monona before you head out to avoid any mid-trip errands.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 38.1 miles from Monona, WI, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.1 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 17 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.1 miles or 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 1h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Muskego, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Monona, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Monona, WI
This is one driving day of about 76.1 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Monona, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 60.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 67 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.3 mi into trip|~3m in|US 51 / South Stoughton Road
Turn left onto US 51 / South Stoughton Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
4.6 mi into trip|~8m in|WI 30
Merge onto WI 30
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
6.5 mi into trip|~10m in|I 94
Merge onto I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
66.5 mi into trip|~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward I 94 East Alternate: Moorland Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 301A-B
Toward I 94 East Alternate: Moorland Road
7
67 mi into trip|~1h 15m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 Alternate East: New Berlin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 94 Alternate East: New Berlin
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.90 one way
$23.79 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$13.06
$26.13
premium
$4.89
$14.64
$29.29
diesel
$5.61
$16.80
$33.60
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.8
0
$7.99
$3.65
Efficient EV
19
0
$6.66
$3.04
EV Truck/SUV
30.4
0
$10.65
$4.87
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Forecast as of Apr 12, 2026
Origin
Monona, WI
Night
in Monona on Saturday
Local time
11:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Muskego, WI
Night
in Muskego on Saturday
Local time
11:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 mph47% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 11 at 9:11PM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 11 at 9:11PM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
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
3 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 33m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is defined by its efficiency, with 81% of your travel spent on highways. You will settle into a rhythmic pace during the longest uninterrupted stretch, which covers 60.1 miles along I-94. The driving profile is decidedly highway-focused, prioritizing speed and connectivity over winding backroads. As you transition from the interstate onto South Moorland Road, the environment shifts from high-speed transit to local navigation. You should prepare for a consistent, functional drive that values time management over technical challenges or complex maneuvering.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 60.1 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and South Moorland Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near US 51 / South Stoughton Road.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 76.1 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 1.3 miles (US 51 / South Stoughton Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (WI 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,004 ft802 ft
Total Climb
418 ft
Total Descent
497 ft
Highest Point
1,004 ft
~9.5 mi in
Elevation Range
202 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 33m. Total distance: 76.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 60.1 miles on I 94. 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 Muskego, 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 1.3 miles (US 51 / South Stoughton Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (WI 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Muskego, WI before heading back.
