Origin
New Berlin, WI
Late night in New Berlin on Friday
Local time
12:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Berlin, WI to Fontana, WI
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
50m
Distance
41.9 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 48m
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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Fontana, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from New Berlin, WI to Fontana, WI covers 41.9 miles and takes about 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Rock Freeway, State Highway 67, South Moorland Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 30.4 miles on Rock Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.55 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 41.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 50m highway drive covering 41.9 miles, with most of the trip on Rock Freeway and State Highway 67. The longest continuous stretch is about 30.4 miles on Rock Freeway.
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.
Rock Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 30.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Rock Freeway and State Highway 67. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from New Berlin, WI to Fontana, WI is easy. At 50m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (I 43 / Rock Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 32.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
1.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 43 South
Navigation decision point
Toward I 43 South
3
1.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 43 / Rock Freeway
Merge onto I 43 / Rock Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining
8
32.3 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward WI 67: Elkhorn, Williams Bay
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 25
Toward WI 67: Elkhorn, Williams Bay
4
38.1 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
WI 67 / West Geneva Street
At end of road, turn right onto WI 67 / West Geneva Street
Navigation decision point
4
41.8 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
Kinzie Avenue
Turn left onto Kinzie Avenue
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from New Berlin, WI to Fontana, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Williams Bay along the way.
Williams Bay
32.3 mi in
|
~36m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Rock Freeway | 30.4 mi | 32m |
| State Highway 67 | 7.9 mi | 11m |
| South Moorland Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| West Geneva Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| South Lincoln Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Kinzie Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West National Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Rock Freeway
— 30.4 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Berlin, WI and Fontana, WI.
1
Start on West National Avenue
69 ft
·
1 sec
·
West National Avenue
2
Turn left onto CTH O
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Moorland Road
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 43 South
4
Merge onto I 43
30 mi
·
32 min
·
Rock Freeway
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 25
Toward WI 67: Elkhorn, Williams Bay
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn left onto WI 67
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
South Lincoln Street
7
Continue on WI 67
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 67
8
At end of road, turn right onto WI 67
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Geneva Street
9
Continue on WI 67
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 67
10
Continue on WI 67
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 67
11
Turn left onto Kinzie Avenue
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Kinzie Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
Kinzie Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21 mi from New Berlin, WI · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21 miles from New Berlin, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fontana, WI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Fontana, 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
$6.55 one way
$13.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.19 | $14.38 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.06 | $16.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.25 | $18.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.40 | $2.01 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.67 | $1.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.87 | $2.68 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Destination
Fontana, WI
Late night in Fontana on Friday
Local time
12:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°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
9 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
50m 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 Fontana, WI covers 41.9 miles and takes about 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Rock Freeway, State Highway 67, 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 21 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 $6.55 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.
The drive from New Berlin, WI to Fontana, WI is easy. At 50m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (I 43 / Rock Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 32.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from New Berlin, WI to Fontana, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Williams Bay along the way.
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