Newburg to Kenosha is 69.7 miles and takes about 1h 35m via I 43 and State Highway 33, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive connects two points within Wisconsin's Midwest region. It’s a relatively short trip, making it ideal for a single day. Expect a functional journey primarily on major roadways, designed for efficient travel between these two Wisconsin communities. Consider this route if you prioritize reaching your destination quickly with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.8 miles from Newburg, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 43
29.6 mi
37m
North-South Freeway
24.5 mi
27m
State Highway 33
4.9 mi
7m
Burlington Road
3.6 mi
6m
Washington Road
3.3 mi
7m
West Dekora Street
1.5 mi
3m
Sheridan Road
0.9 mi
1m
East Green Bay Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 43
— 29.6 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newburg, WI and Kenosha, WI.
1
Start on Salisbury Street
52 ft·7 sec·Salisbury Street
2
Turn left onto Division Street
0.2 mi·38 sec·Division Street
3
Continue on Division Street
44 ft·6 sec·Division Street
4
Turn left onto WI 33
4.1 mi·6 min·State Highway 33
5
Enter roundabout onto WI 33
210 ft·3 sec·State Highway 33
6
Continue on WI 33
0.8 mi·1 min·State Highway 33
7
Continue on WI 33
1.5 mi·3 min·West Dekora Street
8
Continue on WI 33
0.5 mi·1 min·East Green Bay Avenue
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·25 sec
Toward I 43 South, WI 57 South
10
Merge onto I 43; WI 57
3.3 mi·3 min·I 43; WI 57
11
Continue on I 43; WI 32; WI 57
26 mi·33 min·I 43; WI 32; WI 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
0.2 mi·16 sec·North-South Freeway
13
Continue on I 94
24 mi·27 min·North-South Freeway
Exit 316-319Toward WIS 94 East, US 41: Layton Ave, College Ave, ChicagoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 340Toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, BurlingtonUse the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
199 ft·6 sec
Toward CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, Kenosha
16
Turn left onto WI 142
3.6 mi·6 min·Burlington Road
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on CTH S
3.3 mi·7 min·Washington Road
18
Turn right onto WI 32
0.9 mi·1 min·Sheridan Road
19
Turn left onto 54th Street
305 ft·14 sec·54th Street
20
Turn right onto 8th Avenue
0.1 mi·31 sec·8th Avenue
21
Turn right onto 56th Street
43 ft·1 sec·56th Street
22
Arrive at destination
56th Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour 35 minute duration, this trip is easily completed in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. You won't need to worry about extensive stops for rest or fuel, though it's always wise to top off before leaving Newburg. The longest stretch without a major exit is 29.6 miles on I 43, so plan accordingly if you need a break around that point. With a low fuel cost estimate of $9, this is an economical drive, and the lack of complex road changes means you can focus on enjoying the straightforward transit.
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 34.8 miles from Newburg, WI, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.6 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 15 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.8 miles or 48m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kenosha, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Newburg, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Newburg, WI
This is one driving day of about 69.7 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Newburg, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 43 for about 29.6 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 61.7 — 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|Division Street
Turn left onto Division Street
Navigation decision point
5
4.3 mi into trip|~7m in|WI 33 / State Highway 33
Enter roundabout onto WI 33 / State Highway 33
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
7.2 mi into trip|~13m in
Take the ramp toward I 43 South, WI 57 South
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 43 South, WI 57 South
8
61.5 mi into trip|~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, Burlington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 340
Toward WI 142, CTH S: Kenosha, Burlington
7
61.7 mi into trip|~1h 18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, Kenosha
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward CTH S East: Gateway Technical College, K...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.90 one way
$21.79 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg24 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$11.96
$23.93
premium
$4.89
$13.41
$26.83
diesel
$5.61
$15.39
$30.78
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.9
0
$7.32
$3.35
Efficient EV
17.4
0
$6.10
$2.79
EV Truck/SUV
27.9
0
$9.76
$4.46
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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 18, 2026
Origin
Newburg, WI
Late night
in Newburg on Sunday
Local time
5:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Mostly Cloudy
W 15 to 20 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Kenosha, WI
Late night
in Kenosha on Sunday
Local time
5:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
19 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
1h 35m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 route is a highway-focused drive, with 85% of the journey taking place on major roads like I 43 and State Highway 33. You'll experience a significant stretch of uninterrupted travel, with the longest segment being 29.6 miles on I 43. The character of the drive is largely consistent, emphasizing forward momentum rather than varied scenery. It's a practical approach to covering the distance, allowing you to maintain a steady pace for most of the trip.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29.6 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 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Division Street.
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 69.7 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 (Division Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (WI 33 / State Highway 33): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Newburg, WI and Kenosha, WI, road signs point toward Wis 94 East, Chicago, Cth S: Kenosha, Burlington and Cth S East: Gateway Technical College.
Kenosha is Wisconsin's fourth largest city. It is in the state's southeast region. Many of its residents commute to jobs elsewhere, leading to its appellation as "Chicago's northernmost suburb."
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 35m. Total distance: 69.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 29.6 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 Kenosha, 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 (Division Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (WI 33 / State Highway 33): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Kenosha, WI before heading back.
