Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 23, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 40m
Distance
248.9 mi
400 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Berlin, WI
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Conover, WI
Tom Fisk
Driving from New Berlin to Conover takes you on a 248.9-mile journey across Wisconsin, clocking in at approximately 5 hours and 40 minutes of travel time. Because this is a highway-focused drive, it is manageable as a single-day trip if you are comfortable spending a significant portion of your day behind the wheel. Expect to budget roughly $38 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Midwest locations. While the route is straightforward, the duration suggests that starting your day early will help you reach your destination without feeling rushed. It is a practical trek that transitions from the southern reaches of the state toward the northern woods, making it a reliable route for those looking to reach Conover efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
124.4 miles from New Berlin, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 34m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 41 | 68.8 mi | 1h 13m |
| US 45 | 53.1 mi | 1h 11m |
| US Highway 45 | 40.3 mi | 55m |
| Neva Road | 30.1 mi | 44m |
| West Madison Street | 17.8 mi | 25m |
| North Railroad Street | 9.6 mi | 15m |
| Pilgrim Road | 8.6 mi | 16m |
| County Highway J | 7.1 mi | 9m |
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 76 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,166 veh/hr typical · worst 2,713
Quietest
1 AM
~126 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
17.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
Averaged across 102 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Step-by-step road directions between New Berlin, WI and Conover, WI.
Start on West National Avenue
Turn sharp right onto CTH O
Continue on Pilgrim Parkway East
Continue on CTH YY
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 41; US 41; US 45
Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto US 45
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
Enter roundabout onto US 45
Continue on US 45
Continue on US 45; WI 22; CTH D
Turn left onto US 45
Continue on US 45; CTH J
Turn left onto US 45
Take the exit onto US 45
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
Turn left onto 10th Avenue
Turn right onto Clermont Street
Turn right onto WI 64
Turn left onto US 45; WI 47
At end of road, turn right onto US 8; US 45
Turn left onto US 45
Continue on US 45; WI 32
Turn right onto US 45; WI 32
Turn left onto US 45; WI 32; WI 70
Turn right onto South Railroad Street
Take the ramp onto US 45; WI 17; WI 32
Continue on US 45; WI 17; WI 32
Continue on US 45; WI 32; CTH K
Arrive at destination
To make the most of this 5 hour and 40 minute drive, consider departing early in the morning to beat potential traffic congestion on the busier stretches of I-41. You only need to plan for one major stop to keep your energy levels high and reach Conover without exhaustion. Since your fuel budget is approximately $38, it is wise to monitor your gauge and fill up before leaving the more dense suburban areas, as fuel availability may change once you commit to the longer stretches of US-45. Use your single planned stop to stretch your legs and reset your focus for the final, more rural portion of the trip. Keeping this flexible, single-stop pace will ensure you arrive in Conover feeling refreshed.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 55 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 124.4 miles or 2h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Conover, WI than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving New Berlin, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from New Berlin, WI
This is one driving day of about 248.9 miles and 5h 40m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
124 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.
A short stop after about 55 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 124.4 miles from New Berlin, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 41 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68.8 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 22.1 and 154.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41 toward US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward US 45: New London, Algoma Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward US 45 North: New London
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45 toward US 45 North: New London
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$41.52 one way
$83.04 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.62 | $45.30 | $90.60 |
| premium | $5.25 | $51.48 | $102.95 |
| diesel | $6.28 | $61.50 | $123.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 74.7 | 0 | $26.13 | $11.95 |
| Efficient EV | 62.2 | 0 | $21.78 | $9.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 99.6 | 1 | $34.85 | $15.93 |
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in New Berlin on Thursday
Local time
10:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Sunny
Destination
Night in Conover on Thursday
Local time
10:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Sunny
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a mix of driving environments as you navigate this 248.9-mile path, which is composed of 66% highway travel. You will start with the most efficient portion of the trip, featuring a 68.8-mile stretch on I-41 that allows you to cover ground quickly before transitioning to US-45. As you move away from the interstate, the character of the road shifts, requiring more focused attention on two-lane highway driving. This combination of fast-paced highway segments and standard state routes keeps the drive from feeling overly repetitive. By the time you reach the final leg, you will have experienced a balanced progression that moves you steadily from the populated south to the more remote northern regions.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and US 45. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 22.1 miles in near I 41; US 41.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 248.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 22.1 miles (I 41; US 41): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 83.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 83.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,258 ft
Total Descent
525 ft
Highest Point
1,693 ft
~195.5 mi in
Elevation Range
900 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between New Berlin, WI and Conover, WI, road signs point toward Bend, Appleton, Cth M and Wittenberg.
Bend
Appleton
Cth M
Wittenberg
Founded 1840
New Berlin is in Wisconsin.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 40m. Total distance: 248.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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