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Trip from Newburg, WI to New Berlin, WI

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 4m

Distance

43.3 mi

70 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 15 min
4 AM
0h 59m ★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m

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

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Downtown Newburg, WI, WI

Newburg, WI

Tom Fisk

city in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States

New Berlin, WI

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Trip Overview

The drive from Newburg, WI to New Berlin, WI covers 43.3 miles and takes about 1h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 43, State Highway 33, East-West Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.9 miles on I 43. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.88 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 43.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 1h 4m highway drive covering 43.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 43 and State Highway 33. The longest continuous stretch is about 23.9 miles on I 43.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 23.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 43 and State Highway 33. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 31.2 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 43.3 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 31.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

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

7
31.2 mi into trip | ~42m in

Take the exit toward I 94 West: Madison

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 72D Toward I 94 West: Madison
8
36.8 mi into trip | ~50m in

Take the exit toward I 41, US 45, I 894: Fond du Lac, Chicago

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 305A-B Toward I 41, US 45, I 894: Fond du Lac, Chicago
9
37 mi into trip | ~51m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 41 South, I 894 South, US 45 South: Chicago

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 305A Toward I 41 South, I 894 South, US 45 South: Ch...
6
37.8 mi into trip | ~52m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 41, I 894, US 45 South: Chicago

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 41, I 894, US 45 South: Chicago
7
39.1 mi into trip | ~54m in

Take the exit toward National Avenue

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 2A Toward National Avenue

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 Newburg, WI to New Berlin, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Chicago along the way.

Chicago

36.8 mi in | ~50m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 43 23.9 mi 28m
State Highway 33 4.9 mi 7m
East-West Freeway 4.8 mi 6m
West National Avenue 3.3 mi 7m
West Dekora Street 1.5 mi 3m
Zoo Freeway 1.1 mi 1m
West Oklahoma Avenue 0.6 mi 1m
East Green Bay Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 43 — 23.9 mi, about 28m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Newburg, WI and New Berlin, WI.

1

Start on Salisbury Street

52 ft · 7 sec · Salisbury Street
2

Turn left onto Division Street

0.2 mi · 38 sec · Division Street
3

Continue on Division Street

44 ft · 6 sec · Division Street
4

Turn left onto WI 33

4.1 mi · 6 min · State Highway 33
5

Enter roundabout onto WI 33

210 ft · 3 sec · State Highway 33
6

Continue on WI 33

0.8 mi · 1 min · State Highway 33
7

Continue on WI 33

1.5 mi · 3 min · West Dekora Street
8

Continue on WI 33

0.5 mi · 1 min · East Green Bay Avenue
9

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Toward I 43 South, WI 57 South
10

Merge onto I 43; WI 57

3.3 mi · 3 min · I 43; WI 57
11

Continue on I 43; WI 32; WI 57

21 mi · 25 min · I 43; WI 32; WI 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 72D Toward I 94 West: Madison Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Merge onto I 94

4.8 mi · 6 min · East-West Freeway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
14

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Exit 305A-B Toward I 41, US 45, I 894: Fond du Lac, Chicago Use the slight right lane.
15

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 305A Toward I 41 South, I 894 South, US 45 South: Chicago Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward I 41, I 894, US 45 South: Chicago
17

Merge onto I 41; I 894; US 41; US 45

1.1 mi · 1 min · Zoo Freeway
18

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Exit 2A Toward National Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Turn right onto West National Avenue

1.1 mi · 2 min · West National Avenue
20

Continue on West Oklahoma Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Oklahoma Avenue
21

Continue on West National Avenue

2.3 mi · 4 min · West National Avenue
22

Arrive at destination

West National Avenue

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 21.7 mi from Newburg, WI · 30m into the drive

city in and county seat of Milwaukee County, and largest city in State of Wisconsin, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Milwaukee, WI

22 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.

Popular next leg

Milwaukee, WI to New Berlin, WI

13.2 mi · 23m

Pacing Suggestions

Grafton, WI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Milwaukee, WI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 21.7 miles from Newburg, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in New Berlin, WI

The final approach into New Berlin, WI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$5.88 one way

$11.76 round trip

$3.45/gal 25.4 MPG avg 15 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $3.85 $6.56 $13.13
premium $4.15 $7.07 $14.15
diesel $3.75 $6.39 $12.79

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$6

Estimated CO2 emission: 15.1 kg one way.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 13 0 $4.55 $2.08
Efficient EV 10.8 0 $3.79 $1.73
EV Truck/SUV 17.3 0 $6.06 $2.77

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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Newburg, WI

Late night in Newburg on Saturday

Local time

4:52 AM

CDT

Current temp

39°F

Mostly Cloudy

W 15 to 20 mph 6% chance Live forecast

Flash Flood Watch

Flash Flood Watch issued April 18 at 12:10AM CDT until April 19 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 17 at 11:18PM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI

Destination

New Berlin, WI

Late night in New Berlin on Saturday

Local time

4:52 AM

CDT

Current temp

63°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

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

1h 4m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Newburg, WI to New Berlin, WI covers 43.3 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 43, State Highway 33, 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 21.7 miles from Newburg, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.88 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 43.3 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

The main spots that need attention: at 31.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

On the drive from Newburg, WI to New Berlin, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Chicago along the way.

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. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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