Origin
New Richmond, WI
Evening in New Richmond on Sunday
Local time
8:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Richmond, WI to Glenwood City, WI
Drive Time
29m
Distance
23.5 mi
38 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
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6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Richmond, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion through the Wisconsin countryside, the 23.5-mile journey from New Richmond to Glenwood City is a straightforward choice. You can easily complete this trip in about 29 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a flexible day trip. Since the drive is short, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or heavy logistics. Budgeting around $3 for fuel should cover your travel costs comfortably. Because both towns are located in the Midwest, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the entire transit. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that gets you from point A to point B without any unnecessary complexity.
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
11.8 miles from New Richmond, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate your way between these two communities. You will primarily utilize North Knowles Avenue, WIS 64 EAST, and Highway 64 to reach your destination. Interestingly, this route features a 0% highway share, meaning you will spend the entirety of the trip on local roads rather than high-speed interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on North Knowles Avenue, which signals a frequent need for attention to turns and transitions. Behind the wheel, you should be prepared for a winding, local-focused experience that requires you to stay alert through every change in direction.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Knowles Avenue 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from New Richmond, WI to Glenwood City, WI is easy. At 29m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from New Richmond, WI to Glenwood City, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Knowles Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| WIS 64 EAST | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 64 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 63 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 128 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 1st Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Knowles Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Richmond, WI and Glenwood City, WI.
1
Start on East 1st Street
259 ft
·
12 sec
·
East 1st Street
2
Turn right onto North Knowles Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North Knowles Avenue
3
Turn slight right onto WIS 64 EAST
344 ft
·
13 sec
·
WIS 64 EAST
4
Merge slight left onto State Highway 64
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 64
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US Highway 63
131 ft
·
8 sec
·
US Highway 63
6
Exit the roundabout onto US Highway 63
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
US Highway 63
7
Continue on State Highway 64
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 64
8
Turn right onto State Highway 128
5.7 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 128
9
Continue on 1st Street
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
1st Street
10
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a short 29-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your personal schedule. With no mandatory stops required for a drive of this length, you can easily handle the 23.5-mile distance in one go. Since the route is entirely local road-based, keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition between North Knowles Avenue and WIS 64. Use your $3 fuel budget to ensure you have a full tank before leaving New Richmond, as this will save you from making unnecessary fueling stops along the way. Your best strategy is to enjoy the ease of a quick commute while maintaining focus on the frequent turns characteristic of this regional path.
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 11.8 miles from New Richmond, WI, or about 14m 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 23.5 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.8 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glenwood City, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New Richmond, 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 Richmond, WI
This is one driving day of about 23.5 miles and 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from New Richmond, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.8 mi from New Richmond, WI · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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
Arriving in Glenwood City, WI
The final approach into Glenwood City, 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 Glenwood City, 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
$3.57 one way
$7.14 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $3.93 | $7.87 |
| premium | $4.80 | $4.44 | $8.87 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.22 | $10.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.47 | $1.13 |
| Efficient EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.06 | $0.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Glenwood City, WI
Evening in Glenwood City on Sunday
Local time
8:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°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
24 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
29m 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 Richmond, WI to Glenwood City, WI covers 23.5 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Knowles Avenue, WIS 64 EAST, Highway 64. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.8 miles from New Richmond, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.57 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 Richmond, WI to Glenwood City, WI is easy. At 29m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from New Richmond, WI to Glenwood City, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from New Richmond, WI to Glenwood City, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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