Origin
Cudahy, WI
Evening in Cudahy on Sunday
Local time
5:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cudahy, WI to City of Janesville, WI
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
73.6 mi
118 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
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6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cudahy, WI
Tom Fisk
City of Janesville, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Cudahy to Janesville, you are looking at a straightforward 73.6-mile trek across Wisconsin. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 36 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day journey. Because the route is relatively short, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless your schedule requires it. Budget approximately $11 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating this Midwest corridor is simple, relying primarily on I-43, US-14, and East Layton Avenue. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick getaway, this highway-focused drive offers a direct path between the two cities.
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
36.8 miles from Cudahy, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 88% of this trip takes place on major roads. Your journey includes a substantial 45.8-mile stretch on I-43, which serves as the backbone of your drive. The character of the road is consistent, favoring speed and efficiency over winding local paths. You will transition from the initial city-oriented streets like East Layton Avenue onto the faster-paced interstate system. This is a practical drive designed for getting from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 43 is the longest continuous segment at about 45.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 43 and US 14. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.5 miles in near WI 241 / South 27th Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 73.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.5 miles (WI 241 / South 27th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
4.5 mi into trip
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~11m in
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WI 241 / South 27th Street
Turn right onto WI 241 / South 27th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
4.6 mi into trip
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~11m in
Take the ramp toward I 41, I 43, I 894: Downtown Milwaukee, Beloit-Madison
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 41, I 43, I 894: Downtown Milwaukee, B...
8
4.7 mi into trip
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~11m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 41, I 43 South, I 894 West: Madison, Beloit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward I 41, I 43 South, I 894 West: Madison, B...
9
9.2 mi into trip
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~18m in
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I 43
Keep slight left at fork onto I 43 toward I 43 South, US 45 South, I 94 West Alternate: Beloit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 4
Toward I 43 South, US 45 South, I 94 West Alter...
8
55 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward US 14: Darien, Janesville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15
Toward US 14: Darien, Janesville
Towns Along This Route
Between Cudahy, WI and City of Janesville, WI, road signs point toward Beloit-Madison, Beloit and Janesville.
Beloit-Madison
4.6 mi in
|
~11m
Beloit
4.7 mi in
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~11m
Janesville
55 mi in
|
~1h 7m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 43 | 45.8 mi | 49m |
| US 14 | 14.5 mi | 19m |
| East Layton Avenue | 4.4 mi | 10m |
| Airport Freeway | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| East Racine Street | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| South Randall Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Ruger Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South 27th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 43
— 45.8 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cudahy, WI and City of Janesville, WI.
1
Start on this road
303 ft
·
27 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto South Kingan Avenue
166 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Kingan Avenue
3
Turn right onto CTH Y
4.4 mi
·
10 min
·
East Layton Avenue
Use the left / none lanes.
4
Turn right onto WI 241
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
South 27th Street
Use the none lane.
5
Take the ramp
491 ft
·
11 sec
Toward I 41, I 43, I 894: Downtown Milwaukee, Beloit-Madison
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 41, I 43 South, I 894 West: Madison, Beloit
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Merge onto I 41; I 43; I 894; US 41
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Airport Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 43
46 mi
·
49 min
·
I 43
Exit 4
Toward I 43 South, US 45 South, I 94 West Alternate: Beloit
Use the slight left lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 15
Toward US 14: Darien, Janesville
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
121 ft
·
3 sec
11
Merge onto US 14
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
US 14
12
Turn left onto US 14; WI 11
11 mi
·
15 min
·
US 14; WI 11
13
Turn left onto WI 11
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Racine Street
14
Enter roundabout onto WI 11
118 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Racine Street
15
Continue on WI 11
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
East Racine Street
16
Enter roundabout onto East Racine Street
96 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Racine Street
17
Continue on East Racine Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East Racine Street
18
Turn right onto South Randall Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Randall Avenue
19
Turn left onto CTH MM
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Ruger Avenue
20
At end of road, turn left onto East Court Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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East Court Street
21
Arrive at destination
East Court Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable 1-day trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the drive without any scheduled stops, though you may choose to take a break if you prefer a more relaxed pace. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will hover around $11, so topping off your tank before you leave will keep your travel stress to a minimum. Given the reliance on I-43, monitor traffic reports for the interstate portion before heading out to ensure a smooth transit. Enjoy the simplicity of this direct route through the heart of Wisconsin.
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 36.8 miles from Cudahy, WI, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.8 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 73.6 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.8 miles or 48m 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 18m
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 Cudahy, 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 Cudahy, WI
This is one driving day of about 73.6 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cudahy, 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 I 43 for about 45.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.8 mi from Cudahy, WI · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 73.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.8 miles from Cudahy, 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
$11.18 one way
$22.36 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $12.32 | $24.65 |
| premium | $4.80 | $13.89 | $27.79 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.35 | $32.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.73 | $3.53 |
| Efficient EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.44 | $2.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.30 | $4.71 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
5:42 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
8 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 36m 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 Cudahy, WI to City of Janesville, WI covers 73.6 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 43, US 14, East Layton Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.8 miles from Cudahy, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.18 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 demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 73.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.5 miles (WI 241 / South 27th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Cudahy, WI and City of Janesville, WI, road signs point toward Beloit-Madison, Beloit and Janesville.
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