The drive from Oneida County, WI to Fitchburg, WI covers 223 miles and takes about 4h 18m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 39, US 51, US 8 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 136.4 miles on I 39.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.86 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
111.5 miles from Oneida County, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 13m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 18m. Total distance: 223 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 18m highway drive covering 223 miles, with most of the trip on I 39 and US 51. The longest continuous stretch is about 136.4 miles on I 39.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 39 is the longest continuous segment at about 136.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 39 and US 51. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 68.6 miles in near I 39; US 51.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 223 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: at 68.6 miles (I 39; US 51): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 201.2 miles (I 39; I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 211.2 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 points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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68.6 mi into trip|~1h 27m in|I 39; US 51
Keep slight left at fork onto I 39; US 51 toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Stevens Point, Madison
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Stevens Point,...
8
201.2 mi into trip|~3h 49m in|I 39; I 90
Keep slight right at fork onto I 39; I 90 toward I 39, I 90: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 39, I 90: Chicago
8
211.2 mi into trip|~4h 2m in
Take the exit toward US 151 North, US 14 East: Park Street, Oregon
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 261
Toward US 151 North, US 14 East: Park Street, O...
9
211.4 mi into trip|~4h 2m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 18 Alternate West, US 151 Alternate South, US 14 East: Fitchburg, Oregon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 18 Alternate West, US 151 Alternate S...
7
217.7 mi into trip|~4h 10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CTH MM, US 18 Alternate, US 151 Alternate: Oregon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward CTH MM, US 18 Alternate, US 151 Alternat...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Oneida County, WI and Fitchburg, WI, road signs point toward Madison and Oregon.
Madison
68.6 mi in|~1h 27m|via I 39; US 51
Oregon
211.2 mi in|~4h 2m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 39
136.4 mi
2h 26m
US 51
46.3 mi
53m
US 8
11.6 mi
15m
South Park Street
6.2 mi
7m
State Highway 47
6 mi
8m
South Beltline Highway
5.3 mi
7m
County Highway M
4.8 mi
6m
US Highway 8
2.8 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 39
— 136.4 mi, about 2h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oneida County, WI and Fitchburg, WI.
1
Start on this road
89 ft·9 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto Ole Lake Road
0.6 mi·2 min·Ole Lake Road
3
Turn right onto WI 47
4.8 mi·7 min·State Highway 47
4
Continue on WI 47
0.9 mi·1 min·Country Drive
5
Continue on WI 47
1.2 mi·1 min·State Highway 47
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Enter roundabout onto US 8
26 ft·1 sec·US Highway 8
7
Continue on US 8
2.8 mi·4 min·US Highway 8
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 8
12 mi·15 min·US 8
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left
0.4 mi·53 sec
Use the left lane.
10
Merge onto US 51
46 mi·53 min·US 51
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 39; US 51
22 mi·24 min·I 39; US 51
Toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Stevens Point, Madison
12
Continue on I 39; US 10; US 51
7.4 mi·7 min·I 39; US 10; US 51
13
Continue on I 39; US 51
73 mi·1 hr 18 min·I 39; US 51
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 39
30 mi·31 min·I 39
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 39; I 90
3.8 mi·4 min·I 39; I 90
Toward I 39, I 90: ChicagoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 142AToward US 12 West, US 18 West: Madison
17
Merge onto US 12; US 18
5.3 mi·7 min·South Beltline Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 261Toward US 151 North, US 14 East: Park Street, OregonUse the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight left at fork
140 ft·5 sec
Toward US 18 Alternate West, US 151 Alternate South, US 14 East: Fitchburg, OregonUse the left lane.
20
Turn left onto US 14
6.2 mi·7 min·South Park Street
Use the straight lane.
21
Take the exit
0.1 mi·16 sec
Toward CTH MM: Oregon
22
Keep slight right at fork
485 ft·11 sec
Toward CTH MM, US 18 Alternate, US 151 Alternate: Oregon
23
Turn straight onto CTH MM
494 ft·11 sec·County Road MM
24
Turn slight right onto CTH MM
41 ft·0 sec·CTH MM
25
Turn slight right onto CTH M
4.8 mi·6 min·County Highway M
26
Turn right onto Wendt Road
0.3 mi·1 min·Wendt Road
27
Arrive at destination
Wendt Road
Trip Plan
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 111.5 miles from Oneida County, WI, or about 2h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 136.4 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 49 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.5 miles or 2h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fitchburg, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Oneida County, 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 Oneida County, WI
This is one driving day of about 223 miles and 4h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Oneida County, 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 39 for about 136.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 111.5 mi from Oneida County, WI
· 2h 13m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Ice Age National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Ice Age National Scenic Trail spans 1,200 miles, traverses some of Wisconsin's finest geologic and glacial features, and passes through the ancestral lands of 15 Tribes. The Trail is built, manage...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 138.4
Caution: Averill–Kelly Creek Wilderness Segment — Dangerous Ford at New Wood River
Caution: Skunk and Foster Lakes Segment — Storm Damage
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.86 one way
$69.73 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg78 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$38.28
$76.56
premium
$4.89
$42.91
$85.83
diesel
$5.61
$49.24
$98.47
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
66.9
0
$23.41
$10.70
Efficient EV
55.8
0
$19.51
$8.92
EV Truck/SUV
89.2
1
$31.22
$14.27
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 15, 2026
Origin
Oneida County, WI
Late night
in Oneida County on Saturday
Local time
12:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fitchburg, WI
Late night
in Fitchburg on Saturday
Local time
12:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°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
26 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
4h 18m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Oneida County, WI to Fitchburg, WI covers 223 miles and takes about 4h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 39, US 51, US 8. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 111.5 miles from Oneida County, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.86 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 223 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: at 68.6 miles (I 39; US 51): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 201.2 miles (I 39; I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 211.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Oneida County, WI and Fitchburg, WI, road signs point toward Madison and Oregon.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Ice Age National Scenic Trail.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
