Origin
New Berlin, WI
Night in New Berlin on Wednesday
Local time
10:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Berlin, WI to Town of Oconomowoc, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
40m
Distance
28.8 mi
46 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 39m
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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Town of Oconomowoc, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from New Berlin, WI to Town of Oconomowoc, WI covers 28.8 miles and takes about 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on WI 16, East-West Freeway, South Moorland Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.1 miles on WI 16. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.50 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
14.4 miles from New Berlin, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 40m highway drive covering 28.8 miles, with most of the trip on WI 16 and East-West Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 14.1 miles on WI 16.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
WI 16 is the longest continuous segment at about 14.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WI 16 and East-West Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in near I 94 / East-West Freeway.
Route Complexity
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 28.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 40m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles (I 94 / East-West Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.6 miles (WI 16): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.9 mi into trip
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~7m in
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I 94 / East-West Freeway
Merge onto I 94 / East-West Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
10.6 mi into trip
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~14m in
|
WI 16
Keep slight right at fork onto WI 16 toward WIS 16 West: Pewaukee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 293C
Toward WIS 16 West: Pewaukee
8
24.7 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward CTH P North: Brown Street, Gifford Road
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.
Exit 176
Toward CTH P North: Brown Street, Gifford Road
9
24.9 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CTH P North: Brown Street, Okauchee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward CTH P North: Brown Street, Okauchee
5
25 mi into trip
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~31m in
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CTH P / Brown Street
Turn right onto CTH P / Brown Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between New Berlin, WI and Town of Oconomowoc, WI, road signs point toward Wis 16 West: Pewaukee and Okauchee.
Wis 16 West: Pewaukee
10.6 mi in
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~14m
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via WI 16
Okauchee
24.9 mi in
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~31m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WI 16 | 14.1 mi | 16m |
| East-West Freeway | 6.7 mi | 7m |
| South Moorland Road | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Brown Street | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| McMahon Road | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| County Highway K | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Lake Side Heights Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West National Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
WI 16
— 14.1 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Berlin, WI and Town of Oconomowoc, WI.
1
Start on West National Avenue
69 ft
·
1 sec
·
West National Avenue
2
Turn sharp right onto CTH O
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
South Moorland Road
3
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
4
Merge onto I 94
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
East-West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto WI 16
14 mi
·
16 min
·
WI 16
Exit 293C
Toward WIS 16 West: Pewaukee
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 176
Toward CTH P North: Brown Street, Gifford Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
111 ft
·
2 sec
Toward CTH P North: Brown Street, Okauchee
Use the right lane.
8
Turn right onto CTH P
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Brown Street
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto CTH K
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
County Highway K
10
Turn right onto McMahon Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
McMahon Road
11
Turn right onto Lake Side Heights Drive
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Lake Side Heights Drive
12
Arrive at destination
Lake Side Heights Drive
Trip Plan
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 14.4 miles from New Berlin, WI, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.1 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 28.8 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.4 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Town of Oconomowoc, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving New Berlin, WI.
Day 1
Settle into the route from New Berlin, WI
This is one driving day of about 28.8 miles and 40m.
At 28.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on WI 16 for about 14.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.4 mi from New Berlin, WI · 19m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 28.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.4 miles from New Berlin, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Town of Oconomowoc, WI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Town of Oconomowoc, WI if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.50 one way
$9.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.94 | $9.89 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.54 | $11.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.36 | $12.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.02 | $1.38 |
| Efficient EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.52 | $1.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.03 | $1.84 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Town of Oconomowoc, WI
Night in Town of Oconomowoc on Wednesday
Local time
10:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
8 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
40m 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 New Berlin, WI to Town of Oconomowoc, WI covers 28.8 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are WI 16, East-West Freeway, South Moorland 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 14.4 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 $4.50 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 short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 28.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 40m.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles (I 94 / East-West Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.6 miles (WI 16): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between New Berlin, WI and Town of Oconomowoc, WI, road signs point toward Wis 16 West: Pewaukee and Okauchee.
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