Redgranite, WI to New Berlin, WI is 112.9 miles and takes about 2h 22m via I 41 and State Highway 21, with a fuel budget near $18 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This Midwest to Midwest journey is primarily a highway-focused drive, making it a straightforward trip for a single day. Expect a consistent travel experience for most of the drive, as you'll be on major roads for the vast majority of the trip. This route is ideal for those seeking an efficient way to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
56.5 miles from Redgranite, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 41
81.5 mi
1h 30m
State Highway 21
22.2 mi
30m
West National Avenue
3.3 mi
7m
West Main Street
2.2 mi
5m
West River Drive
1 mi
1m
Bannerman Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
West Oklahoma Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Omro Road
0.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 81.5 mi, about 1h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Redgranite, WI and New Berlin, WI.
1
Start on Main Street
102 ft·10 sec·Main Street
2
Turn left onto WI 21; CTH E
0.7 mi·1 min·Bannerman Avenue
3
Continue on WI 21
16 mi·22 min·State Highway 21
4
Continue on WI 21
1.0 mi·1 min·West River Drive
5
Continue on WI 116; CTH F
0.2 mi·18 sec·Omro Road
6
Turn right
114 ft·10 sec
7
Turn right
114 ft·10 sec
8
Turn right onto North Webster Avenue
92 ft·9 sec·North Webster Avenue
9
Turn left onto WI 116; CTH F
0.1 mi·21 sec·Omro Road
10
Turn left onto WI 21; WI 116; CTH F
0.2 mi·35 sec·Spruce State Route
11
Turn left onto WI 21; WI 116; CTH F
2.2 mi·5 min·West Main Street
12
Continue on WI 21
6.0 mi·8 min·State Highway 21
13
Enter roundabout onto WI 21
143 ft·8 sec·Omro Road
14
Continue on WI 21
0.1 mi·14 sec·Omro Road
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I-41_South: Milwaukee
16
Merge onto I 41; US 41
82 mi·1 hr 30 min·I 41; US 41
Use the straight lane.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 2AToward National AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn right onto West National Avenue
1.1 mi·2 min·West National Avenue
19
Continue on West Oklahoma Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·West Oklahoma Avenue
20
Continue on West National Avenue
2.3 mi·4 min·West National Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
West National Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 22m duration, this is comfortably a one-day trip, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will allow you to avoid potential afternoon traffic, especially as you get closer to the Milwaukee metro area. The longest stretch on I 41 is 81.5 miles, so plan your fuel stops accordingly, perhaps before you begin that segment. With a fuel cost estimated at $18, it's an economical drive, but always check current prices. There are no designated stops in the data, so feel free to pull over when you need a break or a quick stretch.
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 56.5 miles from Redgranite, WI, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.5 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 25 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.5 miles or 1h 14m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Berlin, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Redgranite, 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 Redgranite, WI
This is one driving day of about 112.9 miles and 2h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Redgranite, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 41 for about 81.5 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 18.1 and 108.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
18.1 mi into trip|~25m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
18.1 mi into trip|~26m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
18.2 mi into trip|~26m in|North Webster Avenue
Turn right onto North Webster Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
18.2 mi into trip|~26m in|WI 116; CTH F / Omro Road
Turn left onto WI 116; CTH F / Omro Road
Navigation decision point
7
108.7 mi into trip|~2h 12m in
Take the exit toward National Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 2A
Toward National Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.65 one way
$35.30 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg40 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$19.38
$38.76
premium
$4.89
$21.73
$43.45
diesel
$5.61
$24.93
$49.85
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33.9
0
$11.85
$5.42
Efficient EV
28.2
0
$9.88
$4.52
EV Truck/SUV
45.2
0
$15.81
$7.23
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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 19, 2026
Origin
Redgranite, WI
Morning
in Redgranite on Tuesday
Local time
6:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
30°F
Partly Cloudy
WSW 6 mph7% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 11:33PM CDT until April 23 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 11:33PM CDT until April 22 at 3:15AM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
Destination
New Berlin, WI
Morning
in New Berlin on Tuesday
Local time
6:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
32°F
Areas Of Frost
W 5 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 11:33PM CDT until April 23 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 11:33PM CDT until April 22 at 3:15AM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
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
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
2h 22m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Ice Age National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Ice Age National Scenic Trail spans 1,200 miles, traverses some of Wisconsin's finest geologic and glacial features, and passes through the ancestral lands of 15 Tribes. The Trail is built, manage...
23 mi from route
~58 min detour
Free
Caution: General Advisory — Flooding Possible
Caution: Averill–Kelly Creek Wilderness Segment — Dangerous Ford at New Wood River
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 92% of your travel occurring on major roadways. You'll experience an uninterrupted stretch of 81.5 miles on I 41, which will likely be the most significant portion of your time on faster roads. While the majority is highway, you'll transition onto State Highway 21 and eventually West National Avenue as you approach your destination. The character of the drive is largely about maintaining steady progress, with the bulk of it being a familiar interstate experience.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 81.5 mi on I 41.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and State Highway 21. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 18.1 miles in.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Redgranite, WI to New Berlin, WI is easy. At 2h 22m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 18.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 18.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 18.2 miles (North Webster Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 22m. Total distance: 112.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 81.5 miles on I 41. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 8 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 18.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 18.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 18.2 miles (North Webster Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Ice Age National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New Berlin, WI before heading back.
