Origin
Monona, WI
Evening in Monona on Sunday
Local time
6:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Monona, WI to New Berlin, WI
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
70.2 mi
113 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 15m
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6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Monona, WI
Tom Fisk
New Berlin, WI
Esteban Arango
Trip Overview
Traveling from Monona to New Berlin covers 70.2 miles of Wisconsin landscape, typically taking about 1 hour and 21 minutes to complete. Because of the manageable distance and duration, this trip is perfectly suited as a simple one-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via I-94, South Stoughton Road, and South Moorland Road, keeping your travel budget lean with an estimated fuel cost of just $11. Since both ends of your journey are located within the Midwest, the transition between these two points feels like a familiar regional hop. It is a straightforward commute that avoids the need for overnight lodging, making it an ideal choice for travelers looking for efficiency.
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
35.1 miles from Monona, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a focused, highway-heavy experience, as 88% of this route is dedicated to major thoroughfares. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-94, which accounts for a 60.1-mile stretch of uninterrupted interstate driving. This section sets the tone for the trip, offering a consistent pace that allows you to make steady progress toward your destination. As you transition off the interstate and onto South Moorland Road, the environment shifts from high-speed highway travel into local road navigation. The drive is designed for those who prioritize speed and directness over winding, secondary backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 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 60.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and South Moorland Road. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near US 51 / South Stoughton Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.2 miles you will encounter 7 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 1.3 miles (US 51 / South Stoughton Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (WI 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.3 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 51 / South Stoughton Road
Turn left onto US 51 / South Stoughton Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
4.6 mi into trip
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~8m in
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WI 30
Merge onto WI 30
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
6.5 mi into trip
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~10m in
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I 94
Merge onto I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
66.5 mi into trip
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~1h 14m 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
67 mi into trip
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~1h 15m 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 | 60.1 mi | 1h 4m |
| South Moorland Road | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| South Stoughton Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| WI 30 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Pflaum Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Nichols Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West National Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 60.1 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monona, WI and New Berlin, WI.
1
Start on Nichols Road
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Nichols Road
2
Continue on Pflaum Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Pflaum Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto US 51
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
South Stoughton Road
Use the none lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
5
Merge onto WI 30
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
WI 30
Use the none lane.
6
Merge onto I 94
60 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
I 94
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 301A-B
Toward I 94 East Alternate: Moorland Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
183 ft
·
4 sec
Toward I 94 Alternate East: New Berlin
Use the right lane.
9
Turn straight onto CTH O
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
South Moorland Road
Use the straight lane.
10
Arrive at destination
West National Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 21 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility when it comes to planning your departure time. Since this route involves no mandatory stops, you can easily complete the 70.2-mile journey in one go without needing to build in lengthy breaks. If you want to avoid potential congestion, try to time your transit to bypass typical peak traffic hours on the interstate. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before hopping onto I-94 to ensure you can cover the longest 60.1-mile stretch without worry. Because the trip is so quick, use your extra time to focus on your arrival logistics in New Berlin rather than stressing over rest stops.
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 35.1 miles from Monona, WI, or about 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.1 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 70.2 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.1 miles or 40m 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 7m
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 Monona, 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 Monona, WI
This is one driving day of about 70.2 miles and 1h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Monona, 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 60.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.1 mi from Monona, WI · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 70.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.1 miles from Monona, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 60.1 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.66 one way
$21.33 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $11.75 | $23.51 |
| premium | $4.80 | $13.25 | $26.50 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.60 | $31.19 |
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: 24.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.37 | $3.37 |
| Efficient EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.14 | $2.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.83 | $4.49 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Evening in New Berlin on Sunday
Local time
6:46 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 21m 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 Monona, WI to New Berlin, WI covers 70.2 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, South Moorland Road, South Stoughton Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.1 miles from Monona, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.66 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.2 miles you will encounter 7 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 1.3 miles (US 51 / South Stoughton Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (WI 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Monona, WI to New Berlin, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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