Origin
Ettrick, WI
Afternoon in Ettrick on Sunday
Local time
3:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ettrick, WI to New Berlin, WI
Drive Time
4h 8m
Distance
210.4 mi
339 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 56m
★
6 AM
4h 9m
8 AM
4h 35m
10 AM
4h 18m
12 PM
4h 15m
3 PM
4h 19m
5 PM
4h 34m
8 PM
4h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ettrick, WI
Anete Lusina
New Berlin, WI
Esteban Arango
Trip Overview
The drive from Ettrick, WI to New Berlin, WI covers 210.4 miles and takes about 4h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 90, I 94, County Highway D for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 108.4 miles on I 90. At current regular gas prices, budget about $31.96 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
105.2 miles from Ettrick, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 4h 8m highway drive covering 210.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 90 and I 94. The longest continuous stretch is about 108.4 miles on I 90.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 108.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 94. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 14.9 miles in near WI 54 / State Highway 54.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 210.4 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.9 miles (WI 54 / State Highway 54): Navigation decision point; at 25.2 miles (WI 27; WI 71 / State Highway 27): Navigation decision point; at 145.8 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
14.9 mi into trip
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~26m in
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WI 54 / State Highway 54
At end of road, turn right onto WI 54 / State Highway 54
Navigation decision point
5
25.2 mi into trip
|
~41m in
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WI 27; WI 71 / State Highway 27
At end of road, turn right onto WI 27; WI 71 / State Highway 27
Navigation decision point
8
145.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 56m in
|
I 94
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94 toward I 94: Milwaukee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 138A
Toward I 94: Milwaukee
7
206.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 1m 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
207.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 2m 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 90 | 108.4 mi | 1h 56m |
| I 94 | 60.9 mi | 1h 5m |
| County Highway D | 8.3 mi | 14m |
| State Highway 27 | 8 mi | 10m |
| State Highway 71 | 7.6 mi | 11m |
| County Road D | 6.4 mi | 11m |
| South Moorland Road | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| East Wisconsin Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 108.4 mi, about 1h 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ettrick, WI and New Berlin, WI.
1
Start on CTH D
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Continue on CTH D
6.4 mi
·
11 min
·
County Road D
3
Continue on CTH D
8.3 mi
·
14 min
·
County Highway D
4
At end of road, turn right onto WI 54
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
State Highway 54
5
Continue on WI 54
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Washington Street
6
Turn straight onto WI 108
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Sparta Street
7
Continue on WI 108
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 108
8
Turn left onto WI 71
7.6 mi
·
11 min
·
State Highway 71
9
At end of road, turn right onto WI 27; WI 71
8.0 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 27
10
Continue on WI 27; WI 71
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Black River Street
11
Turn left onto West Montgomery Street
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
West Montgomery Street
12
Turn right onto WI 21
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Water Street
13
Turn left onto East Oak Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
East Oak Street
14
At end of road, turn right onto East Avenue
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Avenue
15
Turn left onto WI 16; WI 71
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Wisconsin Street
16
Continue on WI 16; WI 71
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
State Highway 16
17
Enter roundabout onto WI 16
109 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Wisconsin Street
18
Continue on WI 16
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Wisconsin Street
19
Continue on WI 16
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
State Highway 16
20
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
21
Merge onto I 90
108 mi
·
1 hr 56 min
·
I 90
Use the straight lane.
22
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
61 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
I 94
Exit 138A
Toward I 94: Milwaukee
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 301A-B
Toward I 94 East Alternate: Moorland Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight right at fork
183 ft
·
4 sec
Toward I 94 Alternate East: New Berlin
Use the right lane.
25
Turn straight onto CTH O
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
South Moorland Road
Use the straight lane.
26
Arrive at destination
West National Avenue
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 105.2 miles from Ettrick, WI, or about 2h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 108.4 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 80 miles or 1h 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 105.2 miles or 2h 12m 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 24m
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 Ettrick, 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 Ettrick, WI
This is one driving day of about 210.4 miles and 4h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ettrick, 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 90 for about 108.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 105.2 mi from Ettrick, WI · 2h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
105 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 105.2 miles from Ettrick, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 108.4 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.96 one way
$63.92 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
74 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $35.23 | $70.46 |
| premium | $4.80 | $39.72 | $79.44 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $46.74 | $93.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63.1 | 0 | $22.09 | $10.10 |
| Efficient EV | 52.6 | 0 | $18.41 | $8.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 84.2 | 1 | $29.46 | $13.47 |
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 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.
Destination
New Berlin, WI
Afternoon in New Berlin on Sunday
Local time
3:04 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
21 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 8m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Ettrick, WI to New Berlin, WI covers 210.4 miles and takes about 4h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, I 94, County Highway D. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 105.2 miles from Ettrick, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.96 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 210.4 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.9 miles (WI 54 / State Highway 54): Navigation decision point; at 25.2 miles (WI 27; WI 71 / State Highway 27): Navigation decision point; at 145.8 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Ettrick, WI to New Berlin, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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