Origin
Pardeeville, WI
Late night in Pardeeville on Sunday
Local time
5:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pardeeville, 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 27m
Distance
67.4 mi
108 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pardeeville, WI
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City of Janesville, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Traveling from Pardeeville to Janesville is a straightforward 67.4-mile journey across Wisconsin that typically takes about 1 hour and 27 minutes. Given the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $10 on fuel, making it a very cost-effective commute through the Midwest. Because the drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. Whether you are heading south for business or leisure, the route remains simple and predictable.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 39 | 38.3 mi | 41m |
| State Highway 22 | 12.3 mi | 16m |
| US Highway 51 | 10.6 mi | 14m |
| Milton Avenue | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| North Washington Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| North Garfield Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Court Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 39
— 38.3 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pardeeville, WI and City of Janesville, WI.
1
Start on WI 22; CTH P
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
2
Continue on WI 22
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 22
3
Continue on WI 22
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Washington Street
4
Continue on WI 22
11 mi
·
14 min
·
State Highway 22
5
Enter roundabout onto US 51
135 ft
·
2 sec
·
US Highway 51
6
Continue on US 51
11 mi
·
14 min
·
US Highway 51
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 39 South, I 90 East, I 94 East: Janesville
8
Merge onto I 39; I 90; I 94
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 39; I 90; I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 39; I 90
33 mi
·
35 min
·
I 39; I 90
Toward I 39, I 90: Chicago
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 171A
Toward WI 26: State Highway 26
12
Keep slight right at fork
414 ft
·
10 sec
Toward WI 26 South: Janesville
13
Turn slight right onto WI 26
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Milton Avenue
14
Turn left onto East Memorial Drive
261 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Memorial Drive
15
Continue on North Garfield Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Garfield Avenue
16
Turn right onto East Court Street
467 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Court Street
17
Arrive at destination
East Court Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.7 miles from Pardeeville, 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 25.2 and 64.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
25.2 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward I 39 South, I 90 East, I 94 East: Janesville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 39 South, I 90 East, I 94 East: Janesv...
5
25.6 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
I 39; I 90; I 94
Merge onto I 39; I 90; I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
30.8 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
I 39; I 90
Keep slight right at fork onto I 39; I 90 toward I 39, I 90: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 39, I 90: Chicago
7
64.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WI 26: State Highway 26
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 171A
Toward WI 26: State Highway 26
6
64.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WI 26 South: Janesville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward WI 26 South: Janesville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.54 one way
$21.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.57 | $23.14 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.97 | $25.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.88 | $29.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.6 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 | 20.2 | 0 | $7.08 | $3.24 |
| Efficient EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.90 | $2.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27 | 0 | $9.44 | $4.31 |
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.
Destination
City of Janesville, WI
Late night in City of Janesville on Sunday
Local time
5:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
45°F
Burke, WI
34 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
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 27m 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 trip is heavily highway-focused, with 91% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will navigate a combination of State Highway 22, US Highway 51, and I-39 to complete the trek. The most significant portion of the drive involves a 38.3-mile uninterrupted stretch along I-39, which dictates the overall pace of the trip. Expect a consistent, fast-moving experience as you transition between these primary roads. The personality of the route is defined by efficiency, prioritizing speed and directness over winding backroads.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38.3 mi on I 39.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 39 and State Highway 22. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 25.2 miles in.
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 67.4 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 25.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.6 miles (I 39; I 90; I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.8 miles (I 39; I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 67.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38.3 miles on I 39. 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: at 25.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.6 miles (I 39; I 90; I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.8 miles (I 39; I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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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