Trip from Peshtigo, WI to City of Janesville, WI

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Drive Time

4h 7m

Distance

200 mi

322 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$31

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

3h 54m ★

6 AM

4h 8m

8 AM

4h 34m

10 AM

4h 17m

12 PM

4h 14m

3 PM

4h 18m

5 PM

4h 32m

8 PM

4h 0m

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

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City of Janesville, WI

Tom Fisk

Trip Overview

The drive from Peshtigo, WI to City of Janesville, WI covers 200 miles and takes about 4h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 41 Business, State Highway 26, I 41 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 62.1 miles on US 41 Business. At current regular gas prices, budget about $31.27 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

100 miles from Peshtigo, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 51m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 4h 7m highway drive covering 200 miles, with most of the trip on US 41 Business and State Highway 26. The longest continuous stretch is about 62.1 miles on US 41 Business.

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

There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 41 Business is the longest continuous segment at about 62.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 41 Business and State Highway 26. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 100.2 miles in.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 4h 7m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 100.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

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

100.2 mi into trip | ~1h 51m in

Take the exit toward WI 26, CTH N: Rosendale

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 113 Toward WI 26, CTH N: Rosendale

126.6 mi into trip | ~2h 28m in

Take the exit toward WI 26: Waupun, Juneau

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

Exit 144 Toward WI 26: Waupun, Juneau

126.8 mi into trip | ~2h 29m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

141.4 mi into trip | ~2h 50m in | Western Avenue

Turn left onto Western Avenue

Navigation decision point

141.8 mi into trip | ~2h 51m in | WI 26; CTH S / State Highway 26

Turn right onto WI 26; CTH S / State Highway 26

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Peshtigo, WI and City of Janesville, WI, road signs point toward Cth N: Rosendale and Juneau.

Cth N: Rosendale

100.2 mi in | ~1h 51m

Juneau

126.6 mi in | ~2h 28m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 41 Business	62.1 mi	1h 9m
State Highway 26	55.7 mi	1h 13m
I 41	36.8 mi	39m
WI 26	34.8 mi	45m
US 151	4.1 mi	4m
North Main Street	2 mi	4m
French Street	1.2 mi	2m
West North Street	0.6 mi	1m

Longest stretch: US 41 Business — 62.1 mi, about 1h 9m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Peshtigo, WI and City of Janesville, WI.

Start on CTH B; US 41 BUS

1.2 mi · 2 min · French Street

Take the ramp onto US 41 Business

62 mi · 1 hr 9 min · US 41 Business

Continue on I 41; US 41

37 mi · 39 min · I 41; US 41

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec

Exit 113 Toward WI 26, CTH N: Rosendale Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto WI 26; CTH N

11 mi · 14 min · State Highway 26

Continue on WI 26

1.0 mi · 2 min · North Main Street

Continue on WI 26

9.7 mi · 13 min · State Highway 26

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 58 sec

Merge onto US 151; WI 26

4.1 mi · 4 min · US 151; WI 26

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Exit 144 Toward WI 26: Waupun, Juneau

Keep slight left at fork

187 ft · 4 sec

Turn left onto WI 26

6.9 mi · 9 min · State Highway 26

Continue on WI 26

0.5 mi · 1 min · Front Street

Continue on WI 26

5.6 mi · 7 min · State Highway 26

Continue on WI 26

0.9 mi · 1 min · North Main Street

Turn right onto CTH W

0.6 mi · 1 min · West North Street

Turn left onto Western Avenue

0.3 mi · 50 sec · Western Avenue

Turn right onto WI 26; CTH S

23 mi · 27 min · State Highway 26

Use the straight lane.

Continue on WI 26

35 mi · 45 min · WI 26

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto East Memorial Drive

261 ft · 11 sec · East Memorial Drive

Continue on North Garfield Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Garfield Avenue

Turn right onto East Court Street

467 ft · 15 sec · East Court Street

Arrive at destination

East Court Street

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 100 miles from Peshtigo, WI, or about 1h 51m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62.1 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 80 miles or 1h 29m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 100 miles or 1h 51m 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 18m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Janesville, WI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Peshtigo, 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 Peshtigo, WI

This is one driving day of about 200 miles and 4h 7m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Peshtigo, 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 US 41 Business for about 62.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 100 mi from Peshtigo, WI · 1h 51m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Rockford, IL

100 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

Waukegan, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Waukegan, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 100 miles from Peshtigo, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 41 Business if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 62.1 miles.

Arriving in City of Janesville, WI

The final approach into City of Janesville, 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 City of Janesville, 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

$31.27 one way

$62.54 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 70 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$34.33	$68.66
premium	$4.89	$38.49	$76.98
diesel	$5.61	$44.16	$88.31

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$31

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$56–$81

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 70 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	60	$21.00	$9.60
Efficient EV	50	$17.50	$8.00
EV Truck/SUV	80	$28.00	$12.80

Gas CO2

70 kg

EV CO2

23 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 data refreshed 1 day ago

Origin

Peshtigo, WI

Late night in Peshtigo on Wednesday

Local time

5:09 AM

CDT

Current temp

39°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

City of Janesville, WI

Late night in City of Janesville on Wednesday

Local time

5:09 AM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 10 to 15 mph 51% chance 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

35 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 7m 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 Peshtigo, WI to City of Janesville, WI covers 200 miles and takes about 4h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 41 Business, State Highway 26, I 41. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 100 miles from Peshtigo, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.27 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 straightforward 4h 7m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Between Peshtigo, WI and City of Janesville, WI, road signs point toward Cth N: Rosendale and Juneau.

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