Origin
New Berlin, WI
Morning in New Berlin on Saturday
Local time
11:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Berlin, WI to Keshena, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 16m
Distance
150.8 mi
243 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 4m
★
6 AM
3h 16m
8 AM
3h 40m
10 AM
3h 25m
12 PM
3h 22m
3 PM
3h 26m
5 PM
3h 39m
8 PM
3h 9m
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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Trip Overview
New Berlin, WI to Keshena, WI is 150.8 miles and takes about 3h 16m via I 41 and US Highway 45, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Wisconsin, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on well-maintained highways. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient journey without many detours, perfect for a single-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
75.4 miles from New Berlin, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 16m. Total distance: 150.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 86% of the route utilizing major highways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I 41, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 68.8 miles. While much of the drive is on high-speed roads, the transition to US Highway 45 might offer a slightly different feel as you get closer to your destination. Expect a consistent, efficient pace for most of the journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 41 is the longest continuous segment at about 68.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and US Highway 45. 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.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 150.8 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 22.1 miles (I 41; US 41): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 83.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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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 straight / slight left / right lanes.
8
22.1 mi into trip
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~36m in
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I 41; US 41
Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41 toward US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
7
83.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
Take the exit toward US 45: New London, Algoma Boulevard
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.
Toward US 45: New London, Algoma Boulevard
7
83.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 45 North: New London
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 45 North: New London
8
99.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 1m in
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US 45
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45 toward US 45 North: New London
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Exit 273
Toward US 45 North: New London
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 Keshena, WI, road signs point toward Bend and Appleton.
Bend
14.5 mi in
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~27m
Appleton
22.1 mi in
|
~36m
|
via I 41; US 41
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 41 | 68.8 mi | 1h 13m |
| US Highway 45 | 23.8 mi | 33m |
| US 45 | 18.1 mi | 21m |
| State Highway 22 | 11 mi | 16m |
| Pilgrim Road | 8.6 mi | 16m |
| South Moorland Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| State Highway 55 | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| South Main Street | 3 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 68.8 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Berlin, WI and Keshena, WI.
1
Start on West National Avenue
69 ft
·
1 sec
·
West National Avenue
2
Turn sharp right onto CTH O
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
South Moorland Road
Use the straight / slight left / right lanes.
3
Continue on Pilgrim Parkway East
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Pilgrim Parkway East
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on CTH YY
8.6 mi
·
16 min
·
Pilgrim Road
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 41 North, US 41 North, US 45 North: Appleton, West Bend
6
Merge onto I 41; US 41; US 45
7.2 mi
·
7 min
·
I 41; US 41; US 45
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41
62 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
I 41; US 41
Toward US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
Use the slight left lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward US 45: New London, Algoma Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
58 sec
Toward US 45 North: New London
Use the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto US 45
15 mi
·
17 min
·
US 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
US 45
Exit 273
Toward US 45 North: New London
Use the straight lane.
12
Enter roundabout onto US 45
125 ft
·
7 sec
·
US Highway 45
Toward US 45 North: New London
13
Continue on US 45
24 mi
·
32 min
·
US Highway 45
Toward US 45 North: New London
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Continue on US 45; WI 22; CTH D
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn left onto CTH D
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
West 12th Street
16
At end of road, turn right onto CTH D
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road D
17
Turn right onto W Green Tree Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
W Green Tree Road
18
Turn left onto WI 22
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 22
19
Continue on WI 22
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
20
Turn left onto WI 22
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Grand Avenue
21
Continue on WI 22
8.5 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 22
22
Continue on WI 22
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
23
Continue on WI 47; WI 55
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 47
24
Continue on WI 47; WI 55
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 55
25
Continue on WI 47; WI 55
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
·
Ben Warrington Road
26
Continue on WI 47
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
State Highway 47
27
Enter roundabout onto WI 47
96 ft
·
1 sec
·
State Highway 47
28
Continue on WI 47
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 47
29
Turn right onto CTH VV
90 ft
·
2 sec
·
County Road VV
30
Arrive at destination
CTH VV
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 16m duration, starting your drive in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short distance, you have flexibility. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading onto the 68.8-mile stretch on I 41. The $24 fuel cost is an estimate, so it's wise to check current prices. Plan to refuel before you leave New Berlin or shortly after hitting I 41 to ensure a smooth trip.
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 75.4 miles from New Berlin, WI, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.8 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 33 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.4 miles or 1h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Keshena, 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.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 150.8 miles and 3h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 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.
The longest stretch is on I 41 for about 68.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 75.4 mi from New Berlin, WI · 1h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 75.4 miles from New Berlin, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 41 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68.8 miles.
Arriving in Keshena, WI
The final approach into Keshena, 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 Keshena, 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
$23.58 one way
$47.15 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.89 | $51.77 |
| premium | $4.89 | $29.02 | $58.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.29 | $66.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.2 | 0 | $15.83 | $7.24 |
| Efficient EV | 37.7 | 0 | $13.20 | $6.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.3 | 0 | $21.11 | $9.65 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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
Keshena, WI
Morning in Keshena on Saturday
Local time
11:03 AM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
45°F
Greenville, WI
75 mi in
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
23 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
3h 16m 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 Keshena, WI covers 150.8 miles and takes about 3h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 41, US Highway 45, US 45. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 75.4 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 $23.58 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 150.8 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 22.1 miles (I 41; US 41): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 83.7 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 Keshena, WI, road signs point toward Bend and Appleton.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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