Trip from De Pere, WI to New Richmond, WI

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 1m

Distance

258.2 mi

416 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$40

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min

4 AM

4h 48m ★

6 AM

5h 2m

8 AM

5h 29m

10 AM

5h 11m

12 PM

5h 9m

3 PM

5h 13m

5 PM

5h 28m

8 PM

4h 54m

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

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city in Brown County, Wisconsin, United States

De Pere, WI

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New Richmond, WI

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Trip Overview

The drive from De Pere, WI to New Richmond, WI covers 258.2 miles and takes about 5h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on WI 29, I 94, US 45 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 163.3 miles on WI 29. At current regular gas prices, budget about $40.37 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

129.1 miles from De Pere, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 30m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
WI 29	163.3 mi	3h 7m
I 94	41.5 mi	44m
US 45	30.4 mi	35m
State Highway 65	9.9 mi	14m
I 41	4.7 mi	5m
WI 32 North	2.9 mi	3m
Main Avenue	1.4 mi	3m
South Knowles Avenue	1.3 mi	3m

Longest stretch: WI 29 — 163.3 mi, about 3h 7m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between De Pere, WI and New Richmond, WI.

Start on WI 57

460 ft · 7 sec · South Broadway

Enter roundabout onto WI 32

19 ft · 0 sec · Main Avenue

Continue on WI 32

1.4 mi · 3 min · Main Avenue

Enter roundabout onto West Main Avenue

92 ft · 2 sec · West Main Avenue

Continue on West Main Avenue

120 ft · 2 sec · West Main Avenue

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 45 sec

Merge onto I 41; US 41

4.7 mi · 5 min · I 41; US 41

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 168B; 168C Toward I 41 North, WI 29 North, WI 32 North: Wausau

Keep slight right at fork onto WI 32 North

2.9 mi · 3 min · WI 32 North

Toward WI 29 West, WI 32 North: Wausau

Continue on WI 29; WI 32

14 mi · 15 min · WI 29; WI 32

Continue on WI 29; WI 55

7.7 mi · 8 min · WI 29; WI 55

Continue on WI 29; WI 47; WI 55

36 mi · 41 min · WI 29; WI 47; WI 55

Continue on US 45; WI 29

30 mi · 35 min · US 45; WI 29

Take the exit onto WI 29

106 mi · 2 hr · WI 29

Toward WI 29 West: Abbotsford, Chippewa Falls Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min

Merge onto I 94

41 mi · 44 min · I 94

Take the exit onto Exit 10

0.3 mi · 32 sec · Exit 10

Exit 10 Toward WI 65: River Falls, New Richmond

Keep slight right at fork

257 ft · 6 sec

Toward WI 65 NORTH

Turn straight onto WI 65

1.2 mi · 1 min · State Highway 65

Toward Roberts, New Richmond

Enter roundabout onto WI 65

114 ft · 6 sec · State Highway 65

Continue on WI 65

0.9 mi · 1 min · State Highway 65

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto US 12; WI 65

1.1 mi · 1 min · US-12 & WI-65

Use the straight / left lanes.

Enter roundabout onto WI 65

204 ft · 11 sec · State Highway 65

Continue on WI 65

5.9 mi · 8 min · State Highway 65

Enter roundabout onto WI 65

139 ft · 2 sec · State Highway 65

Continue on WI 65

1.5 mi · 2 min · State Highway 65

Continue on WI 65

0.2 mi · 28 sec · State Highway 65

Continue on WI 65

1.3 mi · 3 min · South Knowles Avenue

Turn right onto CTH K

259 ft · 8 sec · East 1st Street

Arrive at destination

CTH K

Trip Plan

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 129.1 miles from De Pere, WI, or about 2h 30m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 163.3 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 57 miles or 1h 7m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 129.1 miles or 2h 30m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 5m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Richmond, WI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving De Pere, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 De Pere, WI

This is one driving day of about 258.2 miles and 5h 1m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 miles from De Pere, 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 WI 29 for about 163.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Rib Falls, WI

129 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

Clintonville, WI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 57 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Rib Falls, WI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 129.1 miles from De Pere, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before WI 29 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 163.3 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 6.5 and 245.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6.5 mi into trip | ~9m in

Take the exit toward I 41 North, WI 29 North, WI 32 North: Wausau

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 168B; 168C Toward I 41 North, WI 29 North, WI 32 North: Wa...

7.2 mi into trip | ~10m in | WI 32 North

Keep slight right at fork onto WI 32 North toward WI 29 West, WI 32 North: Wausau

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward WI 29 West, WI 32 North: Wausau

98.2 mi into trip | ~1h 55m in | WI 29

Take the exit onto WI 29 toward WI 29 West: Abbotsford, Chippewa Falls

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward WI 29 West: Abbotsford, Chippewa Falls

245.7 mi into trip | ~4h 41m in | Exit 10

Take the exit onto Exit 10 toward WI 65: River Falls, New Richmond

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 10 Toward WI 65: River Falls, New Richmond

245.9 mi into trip | ~4h 42m in

Keep slight right at fork toward WI 65 NORTH

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward WI 65 NORTH

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$40.37 one way

$80.73 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 90 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$44.32	$88.64
premium	$4.89	$49.69	$99.38
diesel	$5.61	$57.01	$114.01

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$40

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$65–$90

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 90.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	77.5	0	$27.11	$12.39
Efficient EV	64.6	0	$22.59	$10.33
EV Truck/SUV	103.3	1	$36.15	$16.52

Gas CO2

90 kg

EV CO2

30 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 18, 2026

Origin

De Pere, WI

Afternoon in De Pere on Saturday

Local time

1:08 PM

CDT

Current temp

46°F

Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers

WNW 14 to 17 mph 13% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 18 at 6:43AM CDT until April 20 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 18 at 6:40AM CDT until April 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI

Destination

New Richmond, WI

Afternoon in New Richmond on Saturday

Local time

1:08 PM

CDT

Current temp

43°F

Mostly Cloudy

WNW 20 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 18 at 6:43AM CDT until April 20 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 18 at 6:40AM CDT until April 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Green Bay 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

3 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

5h 1m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a 5h 1m highway drive covering 258.2 miles, with most of the trip on WI 29 and I 94. The longest continuous stretch is about 163.3 miles on WI 29.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

WI 29 is the longest continuous segment at about 163.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WI 29 and I 94. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.5 miles in.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 258.2 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 6.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.2 miles (WI 32 North): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 98.2 miles (WI 29): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 De Pere, WI to New Richmond, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Chippewa Falls along the way.

Chippewa Falls

98.2 mi in | ~1h 55m | via WI 29

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 1m. Total distance: 258.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from De Pere, WI to New Richmond, WI covers 258.2 miles and takes about 5h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are WI 29, I 94, US 45. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 129.1 miles from De Pere, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $40.37 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.

On the drive from De Pere, WI to New Richmond, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Chippewa Falls along the way.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

De Pere, WI

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Same local time

3 degrees cooler at arrival

5h 1m on the road

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