New Berlin, WI to Randall, WI is 353.9 miles and takes about 7h 2m via I 94, I 90, and East-West Freeway, with a fuel budget near $54 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, beginning and ending in Wisconsin. Expect a predominantly highway experience for most of this drive. With just two planned stops and a straightforward route, this is a solid choice for a single-day trip without feeling overly rushed. Plan for a relatively efficient drive that maximizes your time on the road.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
177 miles from New Berlin, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
105.2 mi
1h 52m
I 90
63.5 mi
1h 8m
East-West Freeway
60.2 mi
1h 4m
US 53
58 mi
1h 3m
300th Avenue
14.2 mi
20m
State Highway 48
12.4 mi
18m
County Road O
11.4 mi
25m
22 1/2 Avenue
7.8 mi
11m
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 105.2 mi, about 1h 52m
Traffic on I-94
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 62 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,143 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,624
Quietest
1 AM
~125 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
17.1×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Berlin, WI and Randall, WI.
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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
3
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
4
Merge onto I 94
6.7 mi·7 min·East-West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
54 mi·57 min·East-West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94
29 mi·31 min·I 94
Exit 240Toward I 39 North, I 90 West, I 94 West: Wisconsin Dells, Eau ClaireUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; I 94
63 mi·1 hr 8 min·I 90; I 94
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94
76 mi·1 hr 21 min·I 94
Toward I 94 West: Eau Claire, Saint PaulUse the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·19 sec
Toward US 53: Eau Claire, Superior
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·36 sec
Toward US 53 North: Eau Claire, Superior
11
Merge onto US 53
58 mi·1 hr 3 min·US 53
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·46 sec
Toward WI 48: Rice Lake, Cumberland
13
Enter roundabout onto WI 48
239 ft·3 sec·West Knapp Street
14
Continue on WI 48
503 ft·9 sec·West Knapp Street
15
Enter roundabout onto WI 48
135 ft·2 sec·West Knapp Street
16
Continue on WI 48
425 ft·8 sec·West Knapp Street
17
Enter roundabout onto WI 48
128 ft·2 sec·West Knapp Street
18
Continue on WI 48
455 ft·8 sec·West Knapp Street
19
Turn straight onto WI 48
5.7 mi·7 min·Knapp Avenue
20
Continue on WI 48
6.9 mi·9 min·22 1/2 Avenue
21
Continue on Elm Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Elm Street
22
Continue on US 63; WI 48
1.0 mi·2 min·22 1/2 Avenue
23
Take the exit
0.1 mi·26 sec
24
Continue on WI 48
7.2 mi·10 min·State Highway 48
25
Turn right onto CTH E
4.7 mi·8 min·10th Street
26
Turn left onto CTH W
14 mi·20 min·300th Avenue
27
At end of road, turn right onto WI 35; WI 48; CTH W
1.3 mi·2 min·South Wisconsin Avenue
28
Turn left onto WI 48; CTH W
3.2 mi·4 min·Oak Street West
29
Continue on WI 48
5.1 mi·7 min·State Highway 48
30
Keep slight left at fork onto CTH O
11 mi·25 min·County Road O
31
Turn right onto Pleasant Prairie Road
0.4 mi·1 min·Pleasant Prairie Road
32
Turn right
0.1 mi·24 sec
33
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 7-hour drive, leaving in the morning is your best bet to arrive with plenty of daylight remaining. With only two recommended stops, you have flexibility in how you pace them. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 105.2-mile stretch on I 94, as services might be less frequent. The $54 fuel cost is an estimate, so check current prices before you depart. Given it's a single-day trip, you can adapt your schedule based on traffic or how you feel, making an early start advantageous.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 177 miles from New Berlin, WI, or about 3h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 105.2 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 78 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 177 miles or 3h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Randall, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from New Berlin, WI
This is one driving day of about 353.9 miles and 7h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 78 miles from New Berlin, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 105.2 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 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 10.6 and 233 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
10.6 mi into trip|~14m in|I 94 / East-West Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94 / East-West Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
64.1 mi into trip|~1h 12m in|I 94
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94 toward I 39 North, I 90 West, I 94 West: Wisconsin Dells, Eau Claire
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 240
Toward I 39 North, I 90 West, I 94 West: Wiscon...
6
93.2 mi into trip|~1h 43m in|I 90; I 94
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; I 94
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
156.7 mi into trip|~2h 51m in|I 94
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94 toward I 94 West: Eau Claire, Saint Paul
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 94 West: Eau Claire, Saint Paul
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233 mi into trip|~4h 13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 53 North: Eau Claire, Superior
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 53 North: Eau Claire, Superior
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$52.26 one way
$104.53 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg124 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$57.70
$115.39
premium
$4.72
$65.71
$131.42
diesel
$4.80
$66.82
$133.65
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$52
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 123.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
106.2
1
$37.16
$16.99
Efficient EV
88.5
1
$30.97
$14.16
EV Truck/SUV
141.6
1
$49.55
$22.65
Gas CO2
124 kg
EV CO2
41 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
New Berlin, WI
Evening
in New Berlin on Saturday
Local time
8:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Smoke
0 mph14% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 1:04AM CDT until July 17 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 12:55AM CDT until July 17 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Destination
Randall, WI
Evening
in Randall on Saturday
Local time
8:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Areas Of Smoke
0 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 1:04AM CDT until July 17 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Twin Cities/Chanhassen MN
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 12:55AM CDT until July 17 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
81°F
Blair, WI
177 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
1 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
7h 2m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Ice Age National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Ice Age National Scenic Trail spans 1,200 miles, traverses some of Wisconsin's finest geologic and glacial features, and passes through the ancestral lands of 15 Tribes. The Trail is built, manage...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
Free
near mile 122
Park Closure: Janesville Segment — Partial Trail Closure
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is 85% highway, meaning you'll spend the majority of your time on major interstates. The longest continuous stretch on I 94 spans 105.2 miles, offering a good opportunity for consistent cruising. You'll transition from highway driving to surface roads for the final portion of your trip. Expect a high number of exits and potentially faster traffic as you navigate these primary roadways for most of the 7-hour duration.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 105.2 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and I 90. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.6 miles in near I 94 / East-West Freeway.
Driving Effort9/10
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 22 significant decision points across 353.9 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 10.6 miles (I 94 / East-West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.1 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93.2 miles (I 90; I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,304 ft806 ft
Total Climb
666 ft
Total Descent
692 ft
Highest Point
1,304 ft
~328.7 mi in
Elevation Range
498 ft
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 Randall, WI, road signs point toward Eau Claire, Saint Paul, Superior and Cumberland.
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 2m. Total distance: 353.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 2m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 105.2 miles on I 94. 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 Randall, 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.6 miles (I 94 / East-West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.1 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93.2 miles (I 90; I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Ice Age National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.0 hours each way, a round trip means 14.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Randall, WI before the return drive.
