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Trip from New Berlin, WI to McMillan, WI

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 55m

Distance

191.5 mi

308 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 43m ★
6 AM
3h 56m
8 AM
4h 21m
10 AM
4h 5m
12 PM
4h 2m
3 PM
4h 6m
5 PM
4h 20m
8 PM
3h 48m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States

New Berlin, WI

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Downtown McMillan, WI, WI

McMillan, WI

Tom Fisk

Trip Overview

New Berlin, WI to McMillan, WI is 191.5 miles and takes about 3h 55m via US Highway 10 and I-41, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Wisconsin, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. It’s a straightforward drive, mostly on major highways, making it a practical choice if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently. With a recommended one-day drive, you can expect to cover the distance without feeling too rushed, though planning for a stop or two along the way is always a good idea for comfort.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

95.8 miles from New Berlin, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 56m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US Highway 10 74.4 mi 1h 27m
I 41 68.8 mi 1h 13m
US 45 15.2 mi 17m
Pilgrim Road 8.6 mi 16m
US 10 6.6 mi 7m
South Moorland Road 4.2 mi 7m
WI 13 3.9 mi 7m
County Road E 3.9 mi 6m
Longest stretch: US Highway 10 — 74.4 mi, about 1h 27m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between New Berlin, WI and McMillan, WI.

1

Start on West National Avenue

69 ft · 1 sec · West National Avenue
2

Turn sharp right onto CTH O

4.2 mi · 7 min · South Moorland Road
Use the straight / slight left / right lanes.
3

Continue on Pilgrim Parkway East

1.7 mi · 2 min · Pilgrim Parkway East
Use the straight lane.
4

Continue on CTH YY

8.6 mi · 16 min · Pilgrim Road
5

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 52 sec
Toward I 41 North, US 41 North, US 45 North: Appleton, West Bend
6

Merge onto I 41; US 41; US 45

7.2 mi · 7 min · I 41; US 41; US 45
7

Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41

62 mi · 1 hr 6 min · I 41; US 41
Toward US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton Use the slight left lane.
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Toward US 45: New London, Algoma Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 58 sec
Toward US 45 North: New London Use the slight left lane.
10

Merge onto US 45

15 mi · 17 min · US 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork onto US 10

47 mi · 54 min · US Highway 10
Toward US 10 West: Stevens Point
12

Continue on US 10

1.3 mi · 2 min · Main Street
13

Take the exit onto US 10

6.6 mi · 7 min · US 10
Toward I 39 North, US 51 North, US 10 West
14

Take the exit onto US 10

28 mi · 32 min · US Highway 10
Exit 165 Toward US 10 West: Marshfield
15

Take the exit onto WI 13

0.3 mi · 36 sec · WI 13
Exit 186 Toward WI 13, CTH A: Marshfield
16

Keep slight right at fork onto WI 13

3.7 mi · 7 min · WI 13
Use the straight / left lanes.
17

Turn right onto WI 97

1.6 mi · 3 min · South Central Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
18

Turn left onto CTH E

3.9 mi · 6 min · County Road E
19

Turn left onto Turtle Ridge Road

53 ft · 2 sec · Turtle Ridge Road
20

Arrive at destination

Turtle Ridge Road

Trip Plan

Given the 3h 55m duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to take advantage of daylight and allow for a relaxed pace. While the drive is relatively short, consider a brief stop around the halfway mark, perhaps near the junction of US 45, to stretch your legs. A key consideration is that 89% of this route is highway driving; ensure your vehicle is in good condition for sustained speeds. The fuel cost is estimated at $30, so keep an eye on your gauge, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 74.4 miles on US Highway 10.

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 95.8 miles from New Berlin, WI, or about 1h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.4 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 42 miles or 57m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 95.8 miles or 1h 56m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 8m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near McMillan, 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 191.5 miles and 3h 55m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from New Berlin, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 10 for about 74.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Winnebago County, Wisconsin, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Neenah, WI

96 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

Fond du Lac, WI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Neenah, WI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 95.8 miles from New Berlin, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US Highway 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.4 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Lake Emily County Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 136.8

Amherst Junction, Wisconsin

Hours: 6 am–11 pm

+17158243175

Visit website

Stevens Point Brewery | Tap Room & Gift Shop

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 150.5

Stevens Point, Wisconsin

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+17153449310

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 22.1 and 182.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
22.1 mi into trip | ~36m in | I 41; US 41

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

Use the slight left lane. Toward US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
7
83.7 mi into trip | ~1h 42m in

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 45: New London, Algoma Boulevard
7
83.8 mi into trip | ~1h 42m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 45 North: New London

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward US 45 North: New London
6
182.1 mi into trip | ~3h 38m in | WI 13

Take the exit onto WI 13 toward WI 13, CTH A: Marshfield

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 186 Toward WI 13, CTH A: Marshfield
6
182.4 mi into trip | ~3h 38m in | WI 13

Keep slight right at fork onto WI 13

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$29.94 one way

$59.88 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 67 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $32.87 $65.74
premium $4.89 $36.85 $73.70
diesel $5.61 $42.28 $84.56

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 67 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 57.4 0 $20.11 $9.19
Efficient EV 47.9 0 $16.76 $7.66
EV Truck/SUV 76.6 0 $26.81 $12.26

Gas CO2

67 kg

EV CO2

22 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

11:27 PM

CDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

McMillan, WI

Night in McMillan on Saturday

Local time

11:27 PM

CDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

2 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

3h 55m 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 predominantly highway-focused, with 89% of the route utilizing major roads like US Highway 10 and I-41. Expect long stretches of consistent speed, particularly the longest uninterrupted segment of 74.4 miles on US Highway 10. The profile suggests a drive where you'll spend most of your time on well-maintained, high-speed routes. While the primary roads are efficient, the character is less about winding country lanes and more about covering ground effectively on interstates and major US highways.

89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 74.4 mi on US Highway 10.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 10 and I 41. 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.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 191.5 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.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between New Berlin, WI and McMillan, WI, road signs point toward Bend and Appleton.

Bend

14.5 mi in | ~27m

Appleton

22.1 mi in | ~36m | via I 41; US 41

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 55m. Total distance: 191.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 74.4 miles on US Highway 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 McMillan, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

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.

Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.9 hours — manageable with a long break at McMillan, WI, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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