Origin
Ozaukee County, WI
Night in Ozaukee County on Saturday
Local time
11:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ozaukee County, WI to Fitchburg, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 23m
Distance
119.4 mi
192 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 14m
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6 AM
2h 24m
8 AM
2h 44m
10 AM
2h 31m
12 PM
2h 29m
3 PM
2h 32m
5 PM
2h 43m
8 PM
2h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ozaukee County, WI
Tom Fisk
Fitchburg, WI
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Trip Overview
Ozaukee County, WI to Fitchburg, WI is 119.4 miles and takes about 2h 23m via East-West Freeway and I 43, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, starting and ending in Wisconsin. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive, making it ideal for a single-day excursion. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, so expect a consistent pace for the majority of the journey. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without many detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
59.7 miles from Ozaukee County, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East-West Freeway | 69.6 mi | 1h 17m |
| I 43 | 23.9 mi | 28m |
| South Park Street | 6.2 mi | 7m |
| South Beltline Highway | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| County Highway M | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| I 39 | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| County Highway LL | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| East Green Bay Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
East-West Freeway
— 69.6 mi, about 1h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ozaukee County, WI and Fitchburg, WI.
1
Start on this road
164 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto CTH KK
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
County Highway KK
3
Turn left onto CTH LL
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
County Highway LL
4
Enter roundabout onto WI 33
14 ft
·
0 sec
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West Grand Avenue
5
Continue on WI 33
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
West Grand Avenue
6
Continue on WI 33
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
State Highway 33
7
Continue on WI 33
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
East Green Bay Avenue
8
Enter roundabout onto WI 33
102 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Green Bay Avenue
9
Continue on WI 33
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
East Green Bay Avenue
10
Enter roundabout onto WI 33
137 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Green Bay Avenue
11
Continue on WI 33
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
East Green Bay Avenue
12
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 43 South, WI 57 South
13
Merge onto I 43; WI 57
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
I 43; WI 57
14
Continue on I 43; WI 32; WI 57
21 mi
·
25 min
·
I 43; WI 32; WI 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 72D
Toward I 94 West: Madison
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 94
16 mi
·
20 min
·
East-West Freeway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
54 mi
·
57 min
·
East-West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto WI 30
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
WI 30
Exit 240
Toward I 39 South, I 90 East, WI 30 West: Janesville, Madison
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 240A
Toward I 39 South, I 90 East: Janesville
Use the slight left lane.
20
Merge onto I 39; I 90
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
I 39; I 90
21
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 142A
Toward US 12 West, US 18 West: Madison
22
Merge onto US 12; US 18
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
South Beltline Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 261
Toward US 151 North, US 14 East: Park Street, Oregon
Use the slight right lane.
24
Keep slight left at fork
140 ft
·
5 sec
Toward US 18 Alternate West, US 151 Alternate South, US 14 East: Fitchburg, Oregon
Use the left lane.
25
Turn left onto US 14
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
South Park Street
Use the straight lane.
26
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward CTH MM: Oregon
27
Keep slight right at fork
485 ft
·
11 sec
Toward CTH MM, US 18 Alternate, US 151 Alternate: Oregon
28
Turn straight onto CTH MM
494 ft
·
11 sec
·
County Road MM
29
Turn slight right onto CTH MM
41 ft
·
0 sec
·
CTH MM
30
Turn slight right onto CTH M
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
County Highway M
31
Turn right onto Wendt Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Wendt Road
32
Arrive at destination
Wendt Road
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 23m duration, this is a perfect same-day trip, so you can leave anytime that suits your schedule. With a fuel cost estimated at $19, it's an economical drive. You won't need to plan for overnight stays, allowing for maximum flexibility. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 69.6 miles on the East-West Freeway, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly, perhaps before embarking on that segment. There are no specific stops noted, so pack snacks and drinks to stay comfortable throughout the drive.
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 59.7 miles from Ozaukee County, WI, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69.6 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 26 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.7 miles or 1h 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 1h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fitchburg, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ozaukee County, 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 Ozaukee County, WI
This is one driving day of about 119.4 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Ozaukee County, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on East-West Freeway for about 69.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.7 miles from Ozaukee County, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before East-West Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69.6 miles.
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 215 decision points cluster between mile 3.2 and 107.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
3.2 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Turn left toward I 43 South, WI 57 South
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 43 South, WI 57 South
7
27.3 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward I 94 West: Madison
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 72D
Toward I 94 West: Madison
9
97.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 54m in
Take the exit toward I 39 South, I 90 East: Janesville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 240A
Toward I 39 South, I 90 East: Janesville
8
107.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 7m in
Take the exit toward US 151 North, US 14 East: Park Street, Oregon
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 261
Toward US 151 North, US 14 East: Park Street, O...
9
107.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 18 Alternate West, US 151 Alternate South, US 14 East: Fitchburg, Oregon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 18 Alternate West, US 151 Alternate S...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.67 one way
$37.33 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.50 | $40.99 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.98 | $45.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.36 | $52.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.8 | 0 | $12.54 | $5.73 |
| Efficient EV | 29.9 | 0 | $10.45 | $4.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.8 | 0 | $16.72 | $7.64 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Destination
Fitchburg, WI
Night in Fitchburg on Saturday
Local time
11:45 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
22 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
2h 23m 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 route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 82% of it on high-speed roads. You'll experience long stretches of consistent travel, including one segment of 69.6 miles on the East-West Freeway. The primary roads guiding you are the East-West Freeway and I 43, suggesting a smooth and relatively uninterrupted journey. While the majority is interstate, be aware that the final approach on South Park Street might offer a slightly different road feel as you enter your destination. Expect a driving experience characterized by efficiency and speed.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 69.6 mi on East-West Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on East-West Freeway and I 43. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 21 significant decision points across 119.4 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 3.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.9 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 Ozaukee County, WI and Fitchburg, WI, road signs point toward Madison and Oregon.
Madison
97.7 mi in
|
~1h 54m
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via WI 30
Oregon
107.6 mi in
|
~2h 7m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 119.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 69.6 miles on East-West Freeway. 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 Fitchburg, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.9 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 Fitchburg, 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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