Townsend, WI to New Berlin, WI is 185.2 miles and takes about 4h 4m via I 41 and State Highway 32, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Wisconsin, connecting the Midwest region. Expect an 83% highway experience, making for a relatively straightforward trip. With only one recommended stop and a duration under five hours, it's a solid option for a single-day excursion, especially if you're looking to get from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
92.6 miles from Townsend, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 17m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 41
101.2 mi
1h 51m
State Highway 32
27.1 mi
40m
State Highway 47
20.5 mi
29m
County Road R
12.3 mi
17m
County Road A
5.9 mi
10m
State Highway 117
4.7 mi
8m
West National Avenue
3.3 mi
7m
North Lynndale Drive
3 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 101.2 mi, about 1h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Townsend, WI and New Berlin, WI.
1
Start on Elm Street
75 ft·4 sec·Elm Street
2
Turn right onto WI 32
27 mi·40 min·State Highway 32
3
Turn right onto CTH R
0.4 mi·31 sec·Red Banks Road
4
Turn right onto CTH M; CTH R
1.6 mi·2 min·County Road M
5
Turn left onto CTH R
12 mi·17 min·County Road R
6
At end of road, turn right onto WI 22
0.9 mi·1 min·State Highway 22
7
Turn left onto WI 117
4.7 mi·8 min·State Highway 117
8
Continue on WI 117
0.9 mi·2 min·South Cecil Street
9
Continue on WI 47
17 mi·25 min·State Highway 47
10
Continue on WI 47
1.1 mi·1 min·North Main Street
11
Continue on WI 47
3.5 mi·4 min·State Highway 47
12
Turn right onto CTH A
5.9 mi·10 min·County Road A
13
Continue on CTH A; CTH JJ
1.0 mi·1 min·North Lynndale Drive
14
Enter roundabout onto CTH A
103 ft·2 sec·North Lynndale Drive
15
Continue on CTH A
2.0 mi·3 min·North Lynndale Drive
16
Turn right onto CTH OO
1.0 mi·1 min·West Northland Avenue
Use the straight lane.
17
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 41 South, US 41 South: Oshkosh, MilwaukeeUse the left lane.
18
Merge onto I 41; US 41
101 mi·1 hr 51 min·I 41; US 41
Use the straight lane.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 2AToward National AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn right onto West National Avenue
1.1 mi·2 min·West National Avenue
21
Continue on West Oklahoma Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·West Oklahoma Avenue
22
Continue on West National Avenue
2.3 mi·4 min·West National Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
West National Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 4m estimated drive time, leaving Townsend, WI in the morning allows ample time to reach New Berlin, WI before evening. The route is primarily highway-focused, so plan your single stop strategically for fuel or a quick break. The longest stretch without a major road change is 101.2 miles on I 41, so ensure you have enough fuel before entering that segment. With a $29 fuel cost estimate, it's a budget-friendly trip, but always check current prices. You'll want to be mindful of increased traffic density as you get closer to the Milwaukee metropolitan area.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 92.6 miles from Townsend, WI, or about 2h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.2 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 41 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.6 miles or 2h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 22m
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 Townsend, 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 Townsend, WI
This is one driving day of about 185.2 miles and 4h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Townsend, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 41 for about 101.2 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 27.5 and 181 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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27.5 mi into trip|~40m in|CTH M; CTH R / County Road M
Turn right onto CTH M; CTH R / County Road M
Navigation decision point
6
78.5 mi into trip|~2h in|CTH OO / West Northland Avenue
Turn right onto CTH OO / West Northland Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
79.5 mi into trip|~2h 2m in
Take the ramp toward I 41 South, US 41 South: Oshkosh, Milwaukee
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 41 South, US 41 South: Oshkosh, Milwau...
5
79.8 mi into trip|~2h 3m in|I 41; US 41
Merge onto I 41; US 41
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
181 mi into trip|~3h 54m 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
$28.95 one way
$57.91 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg65 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$31.79
$63.58
premium
$4.89
$35.64
$71.28
diesel
$5.61
$40.89
$81.78
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: 64.8 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
55.6
0
$19.45
$8.89
Efficient EV
46.3
0
$16.21
$7.41
EV Truck/SUV
74.1
0
$25.93
$11.85
Gas CO2
65 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 16, 2026
Origin
Townsend, WI
Night
in Townsend on Saturday
Local time
11:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
New Berlin, WI
Night
in New Berlin on Saturday
Local time
11:22 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
26 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
4h 4m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend most of your time on highways, with 83% of the 185.2-mile route utilizing them. I 41 accounts for the longest continuous stretch at 101.2 miles. The latter part of your drive will transition to surface roads like State Highway 32 and State Highway 47. Be prepared for the transition from high-speed interstate cruising to more localized traffic as you approach your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 41 is the longest continuous segment at about 101.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and State Highway 32. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 27.5 miles in near CTH M; CTH R / County Road M.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 4m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 27.5 miles (CTH M; CTH R / County Road M): Navigation decision point; at 78.5 miles (CTH OO / West Northland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 79.5 miles: 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.
On the drive from Townsend, WI to New Berlin, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Milwaukee along the way.
Milwaukee
79.5 mi in|~2h 2m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 4m. Total distance: 185.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The drive from Townsend, WI to New Berlin, WI covers 185.2 miles and takes about 4h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 41, State Highway 32, State Highway 47. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 92.6 miles from Townsend, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.95 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 4m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 27.5 miles (CTH M; CTH R / County Road M): Navigation decision point; at 78.5 miles (CTH OO / West Northland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 79.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Townsend, WI to New Berlin, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Milwaukee along the way.
