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Shawano, WI
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Local time
11:50 PM
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Current temp
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Trip from Shawano, 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
3h 5m
Distance
147.4 mi
237 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 54m
★
6 AM
3h 6m
8 AM
3h 29m
10 AM
3h 14m
12 PM
3h 11m
3 PM
3h 15m
5 PM
3h 28m
8 PM
2h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shawano, WI
Tom Fisk
New Berlin, WI
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Trip Overview
Shawano, WI to New Berlin, WI is 147.4 miles and takes about 3h 5m via I 41, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest, covering ground entirely within Wisconsin. You'll find it's a straightforward, highway-focused trip, making it a practical choice for a single-day journey. Given the relatively short duration and minimal stops, it's an easy route to tackle without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73.7 miles from Shawano, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 39m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 5m. Total distance: 147.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 92% of the journey taking place on major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I 41, including an uninterrupted stretch of 83.1 miles. The primary roads, including I 41 and US Highway 45, are designed for efficient travel, meaning you can expect consistent speeds. The character of the drive is less about winding backroads and more about covering distance effectively on well-maintained highways.
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.
I 41 is the longest continuous segment at about 83.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and US Highway 45. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WI 22; WI 47; WI 55; WI 29 Business / East Green Bay Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 147.4 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (WI 22; WI 47; WI 55; WI 29 Business / East Green Bay Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.6 miles (WI 22; CTH D / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 40.6 miles (US 45 / US Highway 45): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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WI 22; WI 47; WI 55; WI 29 Business / East Green Bay Street
Turn right onto WI 22; WI 47; WI 55; WI 29 Business / East Green Bay Street
Navigation decision point
6
15.6 mi into trip
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~24m in
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WI 22; CTH D / South Main Street
Turn right onto WI 22; CTH D / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
40.6 mi into trip
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~1h in
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US 45 / US Highway 45
Enter roundabout onto US 45 / US Highway 45 toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
8
46.5 mi into trip
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~1h 8m in
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US 45
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45 toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 276
Toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
7
143.2 mi into trip
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~2h 56m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 41 | 83.1 mi | 1h 32m |
| US Highway 45 | 29.7 mi | 40m |
| US 45 | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| State Highway 22 | 11 mi | 16m |
| West National Avenue | 3.3 mi | 7m |
| South Main Street | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Grand Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 83.1 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shawano, WI and New Berlin, WI.
1
Start on this road
72 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
102 ft
·
9 sec
3
Turn right onto WI 22; WI 47; WI 55; WI 29 Business
179 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Green Bay Street
4
Turn left onto WI 22
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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South Main Street
5
Continue on WI 22
8.5 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 22
6
Continue on WI 22
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Grand Avenue
7
Turn right onto WI 22
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
8
Continue on WI 22
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 22
9
At end of road, turn right onto W Green Tree Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
W Green Tree Road
10
Turn left onto CTH D
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road D
11
At end of road, turn left onto CTH D
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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West 12th Street
12
Turn right onto WI 22; CTH D
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Continue on US 45; WI 22; CTH D
24 mi
·
32 min
·
US Highway 45
Use the straight lane.
14
Enter roundabout onto US 45
110 ft
·
6 sec
·
US Highway 45
Toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
15
Continue on US 45
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
US Highway 45
Toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
Use the straight lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US 45
Exit 276
Toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 41 South: Milwaukee
18
Merge onto I 41; US 41
83 mi
·
1 hr 32 min
·
I 41; US 41
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 2A
Toward National Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn right onto West National Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West National Avenue
21
Continue on West Oklahoma Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Oklahoma Avenue
22
Continue on West National Avenue
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
West National Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
West National Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short, 3-hour drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Leaving mid-morning would allow you to avoid the earliest rush hour traffic in both departure and arrival areas. With only one recommended stop and a 92% highway share, you can easily complete this trip in one day. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch on I 41 is over 83 miles, and plan your refueling accordingly before embarking on that segment.
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 73.7 miles from Shawano, WI, or about 1h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.1 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 32 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.7 miles or 1h 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 31m
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 Shawano, 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 Shawano, WI
This is one driving day of about 147.4 miles and 3h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Shawano, 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 41 for about 83.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.7 mi from Shawano, WI · 1h 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.7 miles from Shawano, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 41 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 83.1 miles.
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
$23.04 one way
$46.09 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.30 | $50.60 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.37 | $56.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.54 | $65.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.2 | 0 | $15.48 | $7.08 |
| Efficient EV | 36.9 | 0 | $12.90 | $5.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59 | 0 | $20.64 | $9.43 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Destination
New Berlin, WI
Night in New Berlin on Friday
Local time
11:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
45°F
Greenville, WI
74 mi in
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
1 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
3h 5m 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 Shawano, WI to New Berlin, WI covers 147.4 miles and takes about 3h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 41, US Highway 45, US 45. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.7 miles from Shawano, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.04 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 147.4 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (WI 22; WI 47; WI 55; WI 29 Business / East Green Bay Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.6 miles (WI 22; CTH D / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 40.6 miles (US 45 / US Highway 45): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Shawano, WI to New Berlin, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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