Origin
New Berlin, WI
Late night in New Berlin on Friday
Local time
12:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
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Live forecast
Trip from New Berlin, WI to Lac du Flambeau, WI
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
5h 23m
Distance
262.9 mi
423 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 10m
★
6 AM
5h 23m
8 AM
5h 50m
10 AM
5h 33m
12 PM
5h 30m
3 PM
5h 34m
5 PM
5h 49m
8 PM
5h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Berlin, WI
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Lac du Flambeau, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from New Berlin, WI to Lac du Flambeau, WI covers 262.9 miles and takes about 5h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Moorland Road, Pilgrim Parkway East, Pilgrim Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $41.10 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
131.4 miles from New Berlin, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 41m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 23m. Total distance: 262.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 23m drive with frequent turns across 262.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Moorland Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 23m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from New Berlin, WI to Lac du Flambeau, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Moorland Road | — | — |
| Pilgrim Parkway East | — | — |
| Pilgrim Road | — | — |
| I 41 North | — | — |
| US 41 North | — | — |
| US 45 | — | — |
| US 45 North | — | — |
| Highway 10 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Moorland Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Berlin, WI and Lac du Flambeau, WI.
1
Start on West National Avenue
69 ft
·
2 sec
·
West National Avenue
2
Turn sharp right onto South Moorland Road
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
South Moorland Road
3
Continue on Pilgrim Parkway East
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Pilgrim Parkway East
4
Continue on Pilgrim Road
8.6 mi
·
16 min
·
Pilgrim Road
5
Take the ramp slight left toward I 41 North, US 41 North, US 45 North: Appleton, West Bend
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
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I 41 North, US 41 North, US 45 North: Appleton, West Bend
6
Merge slight left
7.2 mi
·
7 min
7
Keep slight left to continue on US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
62 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 45: New London, Algoma Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
US 45: New London, Algoma Boulevard
9
Keep slight left to continue on US 45 North: New London
0.8 mi
·
58 sec
·
US 45 North: New London
10
Merge slight left
15 mi
·
17 min
11
Keep slight left to continue on US Highway 10
47 mi
·
54 min
·
US Highway 10
12
Continue on Main Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 39 North, US 51 North, US 10 West
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 39 North, US 51 North, US 10 West
14
Continue straight
23 mi
·
25 min
15
Merge slight right
48 mi
·
55 min
16
Keep slight left
23 mi
·
32 min
17
Turn slight right onto Chippewa Street
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Chippewa Street
18
Turn left onto 1st Avenue
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
1st Avenue
19
Continue on State Highway 47
11 mi
·
16 min
·
State Highway 47
20
Continue on Old Abe Road
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Old Abe Road
21
Turn left onto Waswagon Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Waswagon Street
22
Turn left onto Simpson Avenue
39 ft
·
2 sec
·
Simpson Avenue
23
Arrive at your destination
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 131.4 miles from New Berlin, WI, or about 2h 41m into the drive.
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 58 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 131.4 miles or 2h 41m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lac du Flambeau, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New Berlin, 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 New Berlin, WI
This is one driving day of about 262.9 miles and 5h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from New Berlin, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 131.4 mi from New Berlin, WI · 2h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
131 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 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 131.4 miles from New Berlin, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lac du Flambeau, WI
The final approach into Lac du Flambeau, 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 Lac du Flambeau, 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
$41.10 one way
$82.20 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
92 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $45.13 | $90.26 |
| premium | $4.89 | $50.59 | $101.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $58.05 | $116.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 92 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 78.9 | 0 | $27.60 | $12.62 |
| Efficient EV | 65.7 | 0 | $23.00 | $10.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 105.2 | 1 | $36.81 | $16.83 |
Gas CO2
92 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Lac du Flambeau, WI
Late night in Lac du Flambeau on Friday
Local time
12:40 AM
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
4 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 23m 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 New Berlin, WI to Lac du Flambeau, WI covers 262.9 miles and takes about 5h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Moorland Road, Pilgrim Parkway East, Pilgrim Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 131.4 miles from New Berlin, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.10 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 is a straightforward 5h 23m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from New Berlin, WI to Lac du Flambeau, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from New Berlin, WI to Lac du Flambeau, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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