Origin
Mount Horeb, WI
Morning in Mount Horeb on Tuesday
Local time
8:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Horeb, WI to Rutland, 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
36m
Distance
25.7 mi
41 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Horeb, WI
Tom Fisk
Rutland, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Mount Horeb to Rutland is 25.7 miles and takes about 36 minutes via US 18 and County Highway M, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically Wisconsin. You'll primarily be on highways for this leg, making it a straightforward drive. It's a quick hop, perfect for connecting two points without a significant time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 18 | 9.7 mi | 11m |
| County Highway M | 7.1 mi | 10m |
| US 14 | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| US 18/151 Business | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Springdale Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| US 18 Business | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| County Highway PB | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 18
— 9.7 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Horeb, WI and Rutland, WI.
1
Start on South 2nd Street
20 ft
·
4 sec
·
South 2nd Street
2
Turn right onto WI 78; US 18 Business; US 151 Business
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Main Street
3
Continue on WI 78; US 18 Business; US 151 Business
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Springdale Street
4
Enter roundabout onto US 18 Business; US 151 Business
115 ft
·
2 sec
·
Springdale Street
5
Continue on US 18 Business; US 151 Business
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Springdale Street
6
Enter roundabout onto US 18 Business; US 151 Business
85 ft
·
1 sec
·
US 18/151 Business
7
Continue on US 18 Business; US 151 Business
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
US 18/151 Business
8
Enter roundabout onto US 18 Business; US 151 Business
94 ft
·
1 sec
·
US 18/151 Business
9
Continue on US 18 Business; US 151 Business
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
US 18/151 Business
10
Enter roundabout onto US 18 Business; US 151 Business
101 ft
·
1 sec
·
US 18/151 Business
11
Continue on US 18 Business; US 151 Business
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
US 18/151 Business
12
Enter roundabout onto US 18 Business; US 151 Business
105 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 18/151 Business
13
Continue on US 18 Business; US 151 Business
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 18/151 Business
14
Take the ramp onto US 18 Business; US 151 Business
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
US 18 Business; US 151 Business
15
Merge onto US 18; US 151
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
US 18; US 151
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Toward CTH PB: Military Ridge State Trail, Ice Age National Scenic Trail
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
142 ft
·
3 sec
18
Turn straight onto CTH PB
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
County Highway PB
19
Turn left onto CTH M
7.1 mi
·
10 min
·
County Highway M
Use the left lane.
20
Turn straight onto CTH MM
101 ft
·
2 sec
·
CTH MM
21
Turn slight left onto CTH MM
414 ft
·
10 sec
·
CTH MM
22
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
23
Merge onto US 14
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
US 14
24
Turn left onto Old Stage Road
440 ft
·
11 sec
·
Old Stage Road
25
Turn right
178 ft
·
13 sec
26
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 12.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
WI 78; US 18 Business; US 151 Business / East Main Street
Turn right onto WI 78; US 18 Business; US 151 Business / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 18 Business; US 151 Business / Springdale Street
Enter roundabout onto US 18 Business; US 151 Business / Springdale Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 18 Business; US 151 Business / US 18/151 Business
Enter roundabout onto US 18 Business; US 151 Business / US 18/151 Business
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
12.1 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward CTH PB: Military Ridge State Trail, Ice Age National Scenic Trail
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward CTH PB: Military Ridge State Trail, Ice...
6
12.7 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
CTH M / County Highway M
Turn left onto CTH M / County Highway M
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.02 one way
$8.04 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.41 | $8.82 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.95 | $9.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.67 | $11.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.70 | $1.23 |
| Efficient EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.25 | $1.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.60 | $1.64 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Rutland, WI
Morning in Rutland on Tuesday
Local time
8:28 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
1 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
36m 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 mostly highway, with 64% of the route on these faster roads. You'll encounter your longest stretch of uninterrupted highway cruising at 9.7 miles on US 18. The remaining portion will transition to surface roads, offering a change of pace from the highway. Expect a fairly direct feel as you navigate between these two Wisconsin towns.
64% 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: 9.7 mi on US 18.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 18 and County Highway M. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WI 78; US 18 Business; US 151 Business / East Main Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 25.7 miles you will encounter 14 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 (WI 78; US 18 Business; US 151 Business / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 18 Business; US 151 Business / Springdale Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.4 miles (US 18 Business; US 151 Business / US 18/151 Business): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 36m. Total distance: 25.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.7 miles on US 18. 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 Rutland, 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: near the start (WI 78; US 18 Business; US 151 Business / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (US 18 Business; US 151 Business / Springdale Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.4 miles (US 18 Business; US 151 Business / US 18/151 Business): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Rutland, 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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