Traveling from New Berlin to Denmark, Wisconsin, covers 112.2 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 12 minutes. Because the trip is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You should budget approximately $17 for fuel to complete the journey. Navigating through the Midwest, you will find this route is highly efficient for those looking to reach their destination without unnecessary complexity. Since there are no required stops, you have the flexibility to power through the drive in one go.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
56.1 miles from New Berlin, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 10m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 43
77.1 mi
1h 22m
North-South Freeway
20.6 mi
25m
East-West Freeway
8.6 mi
12m
South Moorland Road
3.3 mi
6m
Depere Road
0.7 mi
1m
Main Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
West National Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 43
— 77.1 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Berlin, WI and Denmark, WI.
1
Start on West National Avenue
69 ft·1 sec·West National Avenue
2
Turn sharp right onto CTH O
3.3 mi·6 min·South Moorland Road
Use the straight / slight left / right lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 94 East
4
Merge onto I 94
8.6 mi·12 min·East-West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 310BToward I 43 North: Green BayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward I 43 North, WI 145: Green Bay, Fond du Lac Avenue, McKinley Avenue
7
Merge onto I 43
21 mi·25 min·North-South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 43; WI 57
77 mi·1 hr 22 min·I 43; WI 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Exit 171Toward WI 96, CTH KB: Greenleaf, Denmark
10
Keep slight right at fork
159 ft·3 sec
11
Turn straight onto CTH KB
0.1 mi·13 sec·Depere Road
12
Enter roundabout onto CTH KB
130 ft·7 sec·Depere Road
13
Continue on CTH KB
0.5 mi·1 min·Depere Road
14
Continue on CTH KB
462 ft·17 sec·Main Street
15
Turn right
192 ft·17 sec
16
Turn left
218 ft·19 sec
17
Turn left
137 ft·10 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To maximize your time, plan your departure around local traffic patterns to avoid congestion on the major freeways. Since the entire trip is just over two hours, you won't need to stress about rigorous stop scheduling, but keeping your fuel tank topped off before leaving New Berlin will help you avoid mid-trip errands. Given the 95% highway share, keep a close eye on your speed and lane positioning throughout the long 77.1-mile segment on I-43. Use the flexibility of this short drive to your advantage by choosing a departure time that best fits your personal schedule rather than worrying about mid-route rest stops.
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 56.1 miles from New Berlin, WI, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.1 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 25 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.1 miles or 1h 10m 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Denmark, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New Berlin, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 112.2 miles and 2h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from New Berlin, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 43 for about 77.1 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 111 — 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|CTH O / South Moorland Road
Turn sharp right onto CTH O / South Moorland Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left / right lanes.
5
3.8 mi into trip|~7m in|I 94 / East-West Freeway
Merge onto I 94 / East-West Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
12.4 mi into trip|~19m in
Take the exit toward I 43 North: Green Bay
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 310B
Toward I 43 North: Green Bay
6
13.1 mi into trip|~20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 43 North, WI 145: Green Bay, Fond du Lac Avenue, McKinley Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 43 North, WI 145: Green Bay, Fond du L...
6
111 mi into trip|~2h 9m in
Take the exit toward WI 96, CTH KB: Greenleaf, Denmark
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 171
Toward WI 96, CTH KB: Greenleaf, Denmark
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.54 one way
$35.08 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg39 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$19.26
$38.52
premium
$4.89
$21.59
$43.18
diesel
$5.61
$24.77
$49.54
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33.7
0
$11.78
$5.39
Efficient EV
28.1
0
$9.82
$4.49
EV Truck/SUV
44.9
0
$15.71
$7.18
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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 15, 2026
Origin
New Berlin, WI
Night
in New Berlin on Saturday
Local time
11:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Denmark, WI
Night
in Denmark on Saturday
Local time
11:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
44°F
Cedar Grove, WI
56 mi in
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
20 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
2h 12m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This highway-focused drive relies heavily on major infrastructure, with 95% of your time spent on interstates like I-43, the North-South Freeway, and the East-West Freeway. You can expect a consistent pace, anchored by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 77.1 miles on I-43. The experience is defined by high-speed efficiency rather than winding backroads, making it a functional, no-nonsense commute. Behind the wheel, you will notice a steady rhythm as you transition across the state, prioritizing speed and directness over scenic detours.
95% 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: 77.1 mi on I 43.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 43 and North-South Freeway. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CTH O / South Moorland Road.
Driving Effort6/10
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 112.2 miles you will encounter 12 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 (CTH O / South Moorland Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles (I 94 / East-West Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
921 ft639 ft
Total Climb
447 ft
Total Descent
494 ft
Highest Point
921 ft
Elevation Range
283 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 12m. Total distance: 112.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 77.1 miles on I 43. 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 Denmark, WI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CTH O / South Moorland Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles (I 94 / East-West Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Denmark, WI before heading back.
