Origin
Ottawa, WI
Late night in Ottawa on Wednesday
Local time
12:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ottawa, WI to New Berlin, WI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
35m
Distance
20.3 mi
33 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
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6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 33m
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
The drive from Ottawa, WI to New Berlin, WI covers 20.3 miles and takes about 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Sunset Drive, Lawnsdale Road, Les Paul Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 5 miles on Sunset Drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.17 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
10.2 miles from Ottawa, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 35m drive with frequent turns across 20.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sunset Drive is the longest continuous segment at about 5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CTH C; CTH D / County Highway C.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 35m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CTH C; CTH D / County Highway C): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (Sunset Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 9.3 miles (US 18 / Les Paul Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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CTH C; CTH D / County Highway C
Turn left onto CTH C; CTH D / County Highway C
Navigation decision point
5
4.3 mi into trip
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~7m in
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Sunset Drive
Enter roundabout onto Sunset Drive
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
9.3 mi into trip
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~16m in
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US 18 / Les Paul Parkway
Turn right onto US 18 / Les Paul Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
13.8 mi into trip
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~23m in
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CTH I / Lawnsdale Road
Turn left onto CTH I / Lawnsdale Road
Navigation decision point
4
18.4 mi into trip
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~31m in
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CTH ES / West National Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto CTH ES / West National Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunset Drive | 5 mi | 8m |
| Lawnsdale Road | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| Les Paul Parkway | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| West National Avenue | 2 mi | 3m |
| County Highway G | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| County Highway C | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| State Highway 164 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Brandybrook Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sunset Drive
— 5 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ottawa, WI and New Berlin, WI.
1
Start on CTH D
113 ft
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5 sec
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County Highway D
2
Turn left onto CTH C; CTH D
1.5 mi
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2 min
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County Highway C
3
Continue on CTH G
1.8 mi
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3 min
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County Highway G
4
Continue on CTH G
0.5 mi
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45 sec
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Brandybrook Road
5
Turn right onto WI 83
0.3 mi
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29 sec
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South Wales Road
6
Continue on WI 83
0.3 mi
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29 sec
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State Highway 83
7
Enter roundabout onto Sunset Drive
224 ft
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12 sec
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Sunset Drive
8
Continue on Sunset Drive
5.0 mi
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8 min
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Sunset Drive
9
Turn right onto US 18
3.1 mi
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5 min
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Les Paul Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Turn right onto WI 164
1.3 mi
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2 min
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State Highway 164
11
Turn left onto CTH I
4.6 mi
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7 min
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Lawnsdale Road
12
At end of road, turn left onto CTH ES
2.0 mi
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3 min
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West National Avenue
13
Arrive at destination
West National Avenue
Trip Plan
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 10.2 miles from Ottawa, WI, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5 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 20.3 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.2 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Berlin, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ottawa, 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 Ottawa, WI
This is one driving day of about 20.3 miles and 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ottawa, 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.
The longest stretch is on Sunset Drive for about 5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.2 mi from Ottawa, WI · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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 20.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.2 miles from Ottawa, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around New Berlin, 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
$3.17 one way
$6.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.48 | $6.97 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.91 | $7.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.48 | $8.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.13 | $0.97 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.78 | $0.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.84 | $1.30 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
New Berlin, WI
Late night in New Berlin on Wednesday
Local time
12:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°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
16 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
35m 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 Ottawa, WI to New Berlin, WI covers 20.3 miles and takes about 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunset Drive, Lawnsdale Road, Les Paul Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.2 miles from Ottawa, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.17 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 is a straightforward 35m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CTH C; CTH D / County Highway C): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles (Sunset Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 9.3 miles (US 18 / Les Paul Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Ottawa, WI to New Berlin, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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