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Trip from Rib Mountain, WI to New Berlin, WI

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 57m

Distance

184.3 mi

297 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$29

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 46m ★
6 AM
2h 57m
8 AM
3h 20m
10 AM
3h 5m
12 PM
3h 3m
3 PM
3h 6m
5 PM
3h 19m
8 PM
2h 51m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Rib Mountain, WI

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city in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States

New Berlin, WI

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Trip Overview

This 184.3-mile drive from Rib Mountain, Wisconsin, to New Berlin, Wisconsin, is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take just under 3 hours. You'll be navigating local roads for the entire journey, with no highway driving involved. With a projected fuel cost of around $28, this route offers an economical option for a quick getaway within the Midwest. The profile of this drive suggests frequent turns, so be prepared for a more engaged driving experience. Consider this a straightforward option if you're looking for a direct, no-frills trip between these two Wisconsin points.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

92.2 miles from Rib Mountain, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Camelia Lane — —
Bellflower Street — —
Fern Lane — —
Violet Lane — —
State Park Road — —
Rib Mountain Drive — —
I 39 South — —
US 10 East — —

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: Camelia Lane — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Rib Mountain, WI and New Berlin, WI.

1

Start on the route

443 ft · 26 sec · the route
2

Turn right onto Camelia Lane

0.1 mi · 29 sec · Camelia Lane
3

Turn left onto Bellflower Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · Bellflower Street
4

Turn left onto Fern Lane

0.5 mi · 2 min · Fern Lane
5

Turn left onto Violet Lane

282 ft · 13 sec · Violet Lane
6

Continue on State Park Road

0.3 mi · 1 min · State Park Road
7

Continue on Rib Mountain Drive

0.2 mi · 28 sec · Rib Mountain Drive
8

Take the ramp slight right

0.4 mi · 48 sec
9

Merge slight left

0.2 mi · 16 sec
10

Keep slight left to continue on I 39 South, US 51 South: Stevens Point, Madison

22 mi · 24 min · I 39 South, US 51 South: Stevens Point, Madison
11

Continue straight

7.4 mi · 7 min
12

Take the exit slight right toward US 10 East, WI 66 West: Stevens Point, Waupaca, Appleton

0.4 mi · 58 sec · US 10 East, WI 66 West: Stevens Point, Waupaca, Appleton
13

Keep slight right to continue on US 10 East: Appleton, Waupaca

51 mi · 1 hr · US 10 East: Appleton, Waupaca
14

Keep slight right to continue on US 45 South: Oshkosh

12 mi · 14 min · US 45 South: Oshkosh
15

Take the exit slight left toward I 41 South: Milwaukee

1.1 mi · 1 min · I 41 South: Milwaukee
16

Merge slight left

83 mi · 1 hr 32 min
17

Take the exit slight right toward National Avenue

0.3 mi · 34 sec · National Avenue
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 your destination

Trip Plan

Given the 2 hour and 57-minute duration and the turn-heavy nature of this 184.3-mile route, planning for a single day is ideal. Leaving in the morning will give you ample time to complete the drive and still have the afternoon free. With a fuel cost estimated at $28, it's an affordable trip, but ensure your tank is full before departing Rib Mountain, as you'll be on local roads without many guaranteed large fuel stops. The single recommended stop is likely best placed around the halfway point to break up the frequent turns. Pay close attention to your navigation, as the numerous turns on Camelia Lane, Bellflower Street, and Fern Lane are key to staying on course.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 92.2 miles from Rib Mountain, WI, or about 1h 28m into the drive.

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 41 miles or 39m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 92.2 miles or 1h 28m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 25m

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 Rib Mountain, 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 Rib Mountain, WI

This is one driving day of about 184.3 miles and 2h 57m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Rib Mountain, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Winnebago County, Wisconsin, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Neenah, WI

92 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

Garfield, WI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Neenah, WI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 92.2 miles from Rib Mountain, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Mosinee Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Mosinee, Wisconsin

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 13.2

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+17156933600

Mosinee Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 13.2

Mosinee, Wisconsin

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+17156933600

George Street Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour

Rothschild, Wisconsin

Hours: 6 am–11 pm

+17153593660

Visit website

Lake Emily County Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 39.5

Amherst Junction, Wisconsin

Hours: 6 am–11 pm

+17158243175

Visit website

Stevens Point Brewery | Tap Room & Gift Shop

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 26.3

Stevens Point, Wisconsin

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+17153449310

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$28.81 one way

$57.63 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 65 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $31.64 $63.27
premium $4.89 $35.47 $70.93
diesel $5.61 $40.69 $81.38

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$29

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 64.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 55.3 0 $19.35 $8.85
Efficient EV 46.1 0 $16.13 $7.37
EV Truck/SUV 73.7 0 $25.80 $11.80

Gas CO2

64 kg

EV CO2

22 kg (66% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Rib Mountain, WI

Night in Rib Mountain on Saturday

Local time

11:26 PM

CDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New Berlin, WI

Night in New Berlin on Saturday

Local time

11:26 PM

CDT

Current temp

63°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 57m 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?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 184.3-mile journey, as the highway share is 0%. This means you'll be on smaller roads for the full 2 hours and 57 minutes of travel time. There isn't a 'longest stretch' of uninterrupted driving to note, indicating a continuous series of turns and road adjustments. This type of route requires your full attention to navigation and local traffic patterns, offering a more hands-on driving experience compared to cruising on an interstate. Keep an eye on your GPS as you'll be making frequent changes in direction.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Camelia Lane.

How Hard Is This Drive?

1/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Rib Mountain, WI to New Berlin, WI is easy. At 2h 57m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Rib Mountain, WI to New Berlin, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 57m. Total distance: 184.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Rib Mountain, WI to New Berlin, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New Berlin, 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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