Trip from New Berlin, WI to Denmark, WI

Drive Time

2h 12m

Distance

112.2 mi

180 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 3m ★
6 AM
2h 13m
8 AM
2h 31m
10 AM
2h 19m
12 PM
2h 17m
3 PM
2h 20m
5 PM
2h 30m
8 PM
2h 7m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown New Berlin, WI, WI

New Berlin, WI

Esteban Arango

Downtown Denmark, WI, WI

Denmark, WI

Christian Himmel

Trip Overview

Traveling from New Berlin to Denmark, Wisconsin, covers 112.2 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 12 minutes. Because the trip is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You should budget approximately $17 for fuel to complete the journey. Navigating through the Midwest, you will find this route is highly efficient for those looking to reach their destination without unnecessary complexity. Since there are no required stops, you have the flexibility to power through the drive in one go.

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

56.1 miles from New Berlin, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .

Drive Character

This highway-focused drive relies heavily on major infrastructure, with 95% of your time spent on interstates like I-43, the North-South Freeway, and the East-West Freeway. You can expect a consistent pace, anchored by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 77.1 miles on I-43. The experience is defined by high-speed efficiency rather than winding backroads, making it a functional, no-nonsense commute. Behind the wheel, you will notice a steady rhythm as you transition across the state, prioritizing speed and directness over scenic detours.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 43 is the longest continuous segment at about 77.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 43 and North-South Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CTH O / South Moorland Road.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 112.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (CTH O / South Moorland Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles (I 94 / East-West Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | CTH O / South Moorland Road

Turn sharp right onto CTH O / South Moorland Road

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.
5
3.8 mi into trip | ~7m in | I 94 / East-West Freeway

Merge onto I 94 / East-West Freeway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.
7
12.4 mi into trip | ~19m in

Take the exit toward I 43 North: Green Bay

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 310B Toward I 43 North: Green Bay
8
13.1 mi into trip | ~20m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 43 North, WI 145: Green Bay, Fond du Lac Avenue, McKinley Avenue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the none lane. Toward I 43 North, WI 145: Green Bay, Fond du L...
6
111 mi into trip | ~2h 9m in

Take the exit toward WI 96, CTH KB: Greenleaf, Denmark

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 171 Toward WI 96, CTH KB: Greenleaf, Denmark

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 43 77.1 mi 1h 22m
North-South Freeway 20.6 mi 25m
East-West Freeway 8.6 mi 12m
South Moorland Road 3.3 mi 6m
Depere Road 0.7 mi 1m
Main Street <0.1 mi <1m
West National Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 43 — 77.1 mi, about 1h 22m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between New Berlin, WI and Denmark, 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
Use the none lane.
3

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 94 East
4

Merge onto I 94

8.6 mi · 12 min · East-West Freeway
Use the none lane.
5

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 310B Toward I 43 North: Green Bay Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Toward I 43 North, WI 145: Green Bay, Fond du Lac Avenue, McKinley Avenue Use the none lane.
7

Merge onto I 43

21 mi · 25 min · North-South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on I 43; WI 57

77 mi · 1 hr 22 min · I 43; WI 57
Use the none lane.
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 171 Toward WI 96, CTH KB: Greenleaf, Denmark
10

Keep slight right at fork

159 ft · 3 sec
11

Turn straight onto CTH KB

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Depere Road
12

Enter roundabout onto CTH KB

130 ft · 7 sec · Depere Road
13

Continue on CTH KB

0.5 mi · 1 min · Depere Road
14

Continue on CTH KB

462 ft · 17 sec · Main Street
15

Turn right

192 ft · 17 sec
16

Turn left

218 ft · 19 sec
17

Turn left

137 ft · 10 sec
18

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

To maximize your time, plan your departure around local traffic patterns to avoid congestion on the major freeways. Since the entire trip is just over two hours, you won't need to stress about rigorous stop scheduling, but keeping your fuel tank topped off before leaving New Berlin will help you avoid mid-trip errands. Given the 95% highway share, keep a close eye on your speed and lane positioning throughout the long 77.1-mile segment on I-43. Use the flexibility of this short drive to your advantage by choosing a departure time that best fits your personal schedule rather than worrying about mid-route 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 56.1 miles from New Berlin, WI, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.1 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 80 miles or 1h 36m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 56.1 miles or 1h 10m 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 48m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Denmark, 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 112.2 miles and 2h 12m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from New Berlin, 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 43 for about 77.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 56.1 mi from New Berlin, WI · 1h 10m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Waukegan, IL

56 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

Waukegan, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Waukegan, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 56.1 miles from New Berlin, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 43 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 77.1 miles.

Arriving in Denmark, WI

The final approach into Denmark, 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 Denmark, 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

$17.04 one way

$34.08 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 39 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $18.79 $37.57
premium $4.80 $21.18 $42.36
diesel $5.64 $24.93 $49.85

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 39.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 33.7 0 $11.78 $5.39
Efficient EV 28.1 0 $9.82 $4.49
EV Truck/SUV 44.9 0 $15.71 $7.18

Gas CO2

39 kg

EV CO2

13 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

New Berlin, WI

Afternoon in New Berlin on Sunday

Local time

3:04 PM

CDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Denmark, WI

Afternoon in Denmark on Sunday

Local time

3:04 PM

CDT

Current temp

42°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

17 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

2h 12m 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 Denmark, WI covers 112.2 miles and takes about 2h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 43, North-South Freeway, East-West Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 56.1 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 $17.04 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 demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 112.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CTH O / South Moorland Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles (I 94 / East-West Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from New Berlin, WI to Denmark, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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