Origin
Okauchee Lake, WI
Morning in Okauchee Lake on Tuesday
Local time
7:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Okauchee Lake, WI to City of Janesville, WI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
55.7 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Okauchee Lake, WI
Tom Fisk
City of Janesville, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Okauchee Lake, WI to City of Janesville, WI is 55.7 miles and takes about 1 hour 16 minutes via WI 26 and East-West Freeway, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive within the Midwest, connecting two points in Wisconsin. Given its relatively short distance and primarily highway profile, it’s a trip well-suited for a single day of travel. You'll spend most of your time on main roads, making for an efficient journey. Consider this route if you need a quick connection between these two areas without extensive planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WI 26 | 33.6 mi | 44m |
| East-West Freeway | 14.4 mi | 15m |
| WI 16 | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| County Highway Z | 1 mi | 2m |
| Lake Drive | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| North Garfield Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Westview Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Pondview Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
WI 26
— 33.6 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Okauchee Lake, WI and City of Janesville, WI.
1
Start on Pondview Lane
482 ft
·
26 sec
·
Pondview Lane
2
Turn left onto Westview Road
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Westview Road
3
Continue on Lake Drive
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Lake Drive
4
Continue on CTH Z
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
County Highway Z
5
Turn left onto WI 16; WI 67
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
WI 16; WI 67
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
7
Merge onto I 94
14 mi
·
15 min
·
East-West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 267
Toward WI 26: Watertown, Johnson Creek
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
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.
10
Turn left onto WI 26
34 mi
·
44 min
·
WI 26
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Turn left onto East Memorial Drive
261 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Memorial Drive
12
Continue on North Garfield Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Garfield Avenue
13
Turn right onto East Court Street
467 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Court Street
14
Arrive at destination
East Court Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.9 miles from Okauchee Lake, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 2.3 and 21.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
WI 16; WI 67
Turn left onto WI 16; WI 67
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
6.8 mi into trip
|
~14m 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.
8
21.3 mi into trip
|
~29m 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
21.5 mi into trip
|
~30m 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...
4
21.5 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
WI 26
Turn left onto WI 26
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.71 one way
$17.42 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.56 | $19.12 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.72 | $21.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.30 | $24.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.67 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.80 | $3.56 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (63% 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
Morning in City of Janesville on Tuesday
Local time
7:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1h 16m 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 94% of the route utilizing faster roads. You'll experience long stretches of efficient travel, including a continuous segment of 33.6 miles on WI 26. The profile suggests a consistent pace, likely with minimal slowdowns unless traffic dictates. Expect the primary roads to facilitate a steady journey, allowing you to cover the 55.7 miles with relative ease. The character of this trip is one of directness and speed, with the majority of the drive on well-maintained highways.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 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?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WI 26 and East-West Freeway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in near WI 16; WI 67.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 55.7 miles you will encounter 9 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: at 2.3 miles (WI 16; WI 67): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (I 94 / East-West Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Okauchee Lake, WI and City of Janesville, WI, road signs point toward Johnson Creek, Jefferson and Fort Atkinson.
Johnson Creek
21.3 mi in
|
~29m
Jefferson
21.5 mi in
|
~30m
Fort Atkinson
21.5 mi in
|
~30m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 55.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). 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.
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: at 2.3 miles (WI 16; WI 67): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (I 94 / East-West Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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