Origin
Dunkirk, WI
Afternoon in Dunkirk on Sunday
Local time
4:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dunkirk, WI to New Berlin, WI
Drive Time
1h 33m
Distance
75.8 mi
122 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 26m
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6 AM
1h 33m
8 AM
1h 48m
10 AM
1h 38m
12 PM
1h 37m
3 PM
1h 39m
5 PM
1h 47m
8 PM
1h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dunkirk, WI
Jan van der Wolf
New Berlin, WI
Esteban Arango
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Dunkirk to New Berlin, you are in for a straightforward 75.8-mile journey through the Wisconsin countryside. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 33 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect one-day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budget roughly $12 for fuel to complete the trek comfortably. Since both cities are located within the Midwest, the transition between them is seamless and familiar. This route is designed for efficiency, prioritizing direct transit over sightseeing detours, which makes it an ideal option for travelers who value a quick, predictable arrival.
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
37.9 miles from Dunkirk, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with about 74% of your travel time spent on major routes like I-94 and County Highway N. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 55.8 miles directly on I-94. Expect a steady, interstate-heavy experience that allows you to maintain consistent speeds for the majority of the drive. The personality of the road shifts from the initial local stretches on County Road N to the high-capacity flow of the interstate. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that rewards drivers looking to reach their destination with minimal navigation complexity.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 94 is the longest continuous segment at about 55.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and County Highway N. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 8.4 miles in near CTH N / County Highway N.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 33m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.4 miles (CTH N / County Highway N): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8.5 miles (CTH N / County Highway N): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 15.9 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
8.4 mi into trip
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~14m in
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CTH N / County Highway N
Enter roundabout onto CTH N / County Highway N
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
8.5 mi into trip
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~14m in
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CTH N / County Highway N
Enter roundabout onto CTH N / County Highway N
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
15.9 mi into trip
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~25m in
Enter roundabout toward I 94 East: Milwaukee
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward I 94 East: Milwaukee
7
72.1 mi into trip
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~1h 26m in
Take the exit toward I 94 East Alternate: Moorland Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 301A-B
Toward I 94 East Alternate: Moorland Road
7
72.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 Alternate East: New Berlin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 94 Alternate East: New Berlin
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 55.8 mi | 59m |
| County Highway N | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| County Road N | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| South Moorland Road | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| South Main Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Veterans Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West National Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 55.8 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dunkirk, WI and New Berlin, WI.
1
Start on CTH N
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road N
2
Continue on CTH N
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Veterans Road
3
Continue on CTH N
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
County Highway N
4
Continue on CTH B; CTH N
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road N
5
Continue on CTH N
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
County Highway N
6
Enter roundabout onto CTH N
121 ft
·
2 sec
·
County Highway N
7
Continue on CTH N
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
County Highway N
8
Enter roundabout onto CTH N
83 ft
·
2 sec
·
County Highway N
9
Continue on CTH N
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
County Highway N
10
Enter roundabout onto CTH N
54 ft
·
1 sec
·
County Highway N
11
Continue on CTH N
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
County Highway N
12
Continue on CTH N
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
13
Continue on CTH N
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
County Highway N
14
Enter roundabout
14 ft
·
0 sec
Toward I 94 East: Milwaukee
15
Continue
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 94 East: Milwaukee
16
Merge onto I 94
56 mi
·
59 min
·
I 94
Use the none lane.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 301A-B
Toward I 94 East Alternate: Moorland Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork
183 ft
·
4 sec
Toward I 94 Alternate East: New Berlin
Use the right lane.
19
Turn straight onto CTH O
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
South Moorland Road
Use the straight lane.
20
Arrive at destination
West National Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule rather than worrying about mid-trip fatigue. Since there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily knock out the entire 1 hour and 33 minutes in one go. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the interstate, as you will be covering 55.8 miles on I-94 without needing to exit for supplies. To ensure a smooth transit, check local traffic reports for the I-94 corridor before you leave Dunkirk. Taking advantage of the route's simplicity means you can focus on getting to New Berlin refreshed and ready for whatever is next on your agenda.
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 37.9 miles from Dunkirk, WI, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.8 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 75.8 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.9 miles or 49m 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 New Berlin, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dunkirk, 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 Dunkirk, WI
This is one driving day of about 75.8 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Dunkirk, 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 94 for about 55.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.9 mi from Dunkirk, WI · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 75.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.9 miles from Dunkirk, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New Berlin, WI
The final approach into New Berlin, 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 New Berlin, 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
$11.51 one way
$23.03 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $12.69 | $25.38 |
| premium | $4.80 | $14.31 | $28.62 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.84 | $33.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.96 | $3.64 |
| Efficient EV | 19 | 0 | $6.63 | $3.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.3 | 0 | $10.61 | $4.85 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% 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
New Berlin, WI
Afternoon in New Berlin on Sunday
Local time
4:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°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
18 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 33m 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 Dunkirk, WI to New Berlin, WI covers 75.8 miles and takes about 1h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, County Highway N, County Road N. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.9 miles from Dunkirk, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.51 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 1h 33m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.4 miles (CTH N / County Highway N): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8.5 miles (CTH N / County Highway N): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 15.9 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Dunkirk, WI to New Berlin, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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