Origin
Clinton, WI
Evening in Clinton on Sunday
Local time
6:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clinton, WI to City of Janesville, WI
Drive Time
26m
Distance
15.5 mi
25 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
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6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clinton, WI
Tom Fisk
City of Janesville, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition between Clinton and Janesville, Wisconsin, this 15.5-mile journey is a straightforward trek through the Midwest. Expect a brief 26-minute drive that serves perfectly as a simple day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via South State Road 140, US 14, and East Racine Street to reach your destination. Budgeting is easy here, as you can anticipate fuel costs of around $2 for the entire trip. Since the drive is so short, you will not need to plan for any formal stops along the way. It is an efficient, no-fuss connection that gets you from point A to point B with minimal effort.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
7.8 miles from Clinton, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving profile that keeps the pace varied as you transition between rural and town settings. Roughly 32 percent of your trip involves highway travel, providing a balanced experience behind the wheel. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 6.2 miles along South State Road 140. As you move toward Janesville, the road dynamics shift from those initial highway segments to local streets like East Racine. It is a manageable route that avoids the monotony of a long interstate grind, offering a functional and steady flow for the duration of your 15.5-mile commute.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South State Road 140 is the longest continuous segment at about 6.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WI 140 / Church Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 26m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WI 140 / Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 7 miles (US 14; WI 11): Navigation decision point; at 13.2 miles (WI 11 / East Racine Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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WI 140 / Church Street
Turn right onto WI 140 / Church Street
Navigation decision point
5
7 mi into trip
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~12m in
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US 14; WI 11
At end of road, turn left onto US 14; WI 11
Navigation decision point
4
13.2 mi into trip
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~21m in
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WI 11 / East Racine Street
Enter roundabout onto WI 11 / East Racine Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
13.3 mi into trip
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~21m in
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East Racine Street
Enter roundabout onto East Racine Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
14.9 mi into trip
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~25m in
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CTH MM / Ruger Avenue
Turn left onto CTH MM / Ruger Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South State Road 140 | 6.2 mi | 10m |
| US 14 | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| East Racine Street | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Church Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Randall Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Ruger Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South State Highway 140 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Court Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South State Road 140
— 6.2 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton, WI and City of Janesville, WI.
1
Start on CTH J; CTH X
21 ft
·
3 sec
·
Milwaukee Street
2
Turn right onto WI 140
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Church Street
3
Continue on WI 140
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
South State Highway 140
4
Continue on WI 140
6.2 mi
·
10 min
·
South State Road 140
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 14; WI 11
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
US 14; WI 11
6
Turn left onto WI 11
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Racine Street
7
Enter roundabout onto WI 11
118 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Racine Street
8
Continue on WI 11
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
East Racine Street
9
Enter roundabout onto East Racine Street
96 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Racine Street
10
Continue on East Racine Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East Racine Street
11
Turn right onto South Randall Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Randall Avenue
12
Turn left onto CTH MM
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Ruger Avenue
13
At end of road, turn left onto East Court Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
East Court Street
14
Arrive at destination
East Court Street
Trip Plan
Because this is such a short, 26-minute transit, you have plenty of flexibility when choosing your departure time. You can easily fit this drive into any part of your schedule without worrying about complex pacing or rest breaks. Since there are no required stops, focus your energy on navigating the transition from the highway onto East Racine Street as you enter the city. Keep an eye on your fuel levels before you leave Clinton, though the $2 estimated cost makes it an inexpensive trip to manage. Enjoy the freedom of a route that allows you to arrive at your destination quickly and conveniently.
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 7.8 miles from Clinton, WI, or about 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.2 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 15.5 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.8 miles or 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Janesville, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Clinton, 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 Clinton, WI
This is one driving day of about 15.5 miles and 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Clinton, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on South State Road 140 for about 6.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.8 mi from Clinton, WI · 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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 15.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.8 miles from Clinton, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in City of Janesville, WI
The final approach into City of Janesville, WI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around City of Janesville, WI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.35 one way
$4.71 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $2.60 | $5.19 |
| premium | $4.80 | $2.93 | $5.85 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.44 | $6.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.63 | $0.74 |
| Efficient EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.36 | $0.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.17 | $0.99 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Evening in City of Janesville on Sunday
Local time
6:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°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
1 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
26m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Clinton, WI to City of Janesville, WI covers 15.5 miles and takes about 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South State Road 140, US 14, East Racine Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.8 miles from Clinton, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.35 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 26m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WI 140 / Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 7 miles (US 14; WI 11): Navigation decision point; at 13.2 miles (WI 11 / East Racine Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Clinton, WI to City of Janesville, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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