Origin
Oconomowoc, WI
Late night in Oconomowoc on Sunday
Local time
5:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oconomowoc, WI to City of Janesville, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
49.8 mi
80 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oconomowoc, WI
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City of Janesville, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward connection between Oconomowoc and Janesville, this 49.8-mile drive is a perfect candidate for a quick day trip. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 8 minutes behind the wheel, making it an efficient way to traverse this part of the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of just $8, it is a budget-friendly route that does not require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-94, WI-26, and South Concord Road. Since the entire trip takes place within Wisconsin, you can count on consistent regional driving conditions throughout the journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WI 26 | 33.6 mi | 44m |
| I 94 | 10.3 mi | 11m |
| South Concord Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Valley Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| County Highway B | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Garfield Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Wisconsin Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Willow Glen Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
WI 26
— 33.6 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oconomowoc, WI and City of Janesville, WI.
1
Start on North Main Street
87 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn right onto West Wisconsin Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Wisconsin Avenue
3
Turn left onto South Concord Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Concord Road
4
Continue on South Park Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
South Park Street
5
Continue on South Concord Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
South Concord Road
6
Turn right onto CTH B
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Valley Road
7
Continue on CTH B
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
North Morgan Road
8
Turn slight right onto CTH B
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
County Highway B
9
Turn left onto Willow Glen Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Willow Glen Road
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
11
Merge onto I 94
10 mi
·
11 min
·
I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 267
Toward WI 26: Watertown, Johnson Creek
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
320 ft
·
9 sec
Toward WI 26 South, I 94 Alternate: Johnson Creek, Jefferson, Fort Atkinson
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Turn left onto WI 26
34 mi
·
44 min
·
WI 26
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Turn left onto East Memorial Drive
261 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Memorial Drive
16
Continue on North Garfield Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Garfield Avenue
17
Turn right onto East Court Street
467 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Court Street
18
Arrive at destination
East Court Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.9 miles from Oconomowoc, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 15.6 — 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
|
West Wisconsin Avenue
Turn right onto West Wisconsin Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
South Concord Road
Turn left onto South Concord Road
Navigation decision point
5
5.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 94
Merge onto I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
15.3 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward WI 26: Watertown, Johnson Creek
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.
Exit 267
Toward WI 26: Watertown, Johnson Creek
9
15.6 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward WI 26 South, I 94 Alternate: Johnson Creek, Jefferson, Fort Atkinson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward WI 26 South, I 94 Alternate: Johnson Cre...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.79 one way
$15.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.55 | $17.10 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.58 | $19.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.00 | $21.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.23 | $2.39 |
| Efficient EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.36 | $1.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.97 | $3.19 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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.
Destination
City of Janesville, WI
Late night in City of Janesville on Sunday
Local time
5:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 to 15 mph
80% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 11:31PM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 11:27PM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
69°F
Jefferson, WI
25 mi in
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
16 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 8m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 88% of your time spent on major roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm on the longest uninterrupted stretch, which spans 33.6 miles along WI-26. The transition between fast-paced interstate segments and the state highway sections keeps the drive feeling direct and purposeful. Because the route relies so heavily on high-speed infrastructure, you should expect a consistent, efficient pace rather than a winding or technical experience. It is a no-nonsense commute that gets you from point A to point B with minimal complexity.
88% 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: 33.6 mi on WI 26.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WI 26 and I 94. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Wisconsin Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 49.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 (West Wisconsin Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (South Concord Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.1 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Oconomowoc, WI and City of Janesville, WI, road signs point toward Johnson Creek, Jefferson and Fort Atkinson.
Johnson Creek
15.3 mi in
|
~21m
Jefferson
15.6 mi in
|
~22m
Fort Atkinson
15.6 mi in
|
~22m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 49.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.6 miles on WI 26. 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 City of Janesville, 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 (West Wisconsin Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (South Concord Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.1 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at City of Janesville, WI before heading back.
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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