Origin
Stoughton, WI
Evening in Stoughton on Wednesday
Local time
8:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stoughton, WI to Muskego, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
66.2 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stoughton, WI
Tom Fisk
Muskego, WI
Vladimir Srajber
Trip Overview
The drive from Stoughton, WI to Muskego, WI covers 66.2 miles and takes about 1h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Main Street, Highway 51, I 39 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.35 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
33.1 miles from Stoughton, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 15m drive with frequent turns across 66.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Stoughton, WI to Muskego, WI is easy. At 1h 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Stoughton, WI to Muskego, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Main Street | — | — |
| Highway 51 | — | — |
| I 39 South | — | — |
| US 51 | — | — |
| Jenson Street | — | — |
| York Road | — | — |
| East Fulton Street | — | — |
| Highway 59 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stoughton, WI and Muskego, WI.
1
Start on South 4th Street
79 ft
·
11 sec
·
South 4th Street
2
Turn left onto East Main Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
3
Continue on US Highway 51
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
US Highway 51
4
Take the ramp straight
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
5
Keep slight right to continue on I 39 South, I 90 East, US 51 South: Janesville
3.5 mi
·
3 min
·
I 39 South, I 90 East, US 51 South: Janesville
6
Take the exit slight right toward US 51, WI 73, WI 106, I 39 Alternate: Edgerton
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
US 51, WI 73, WI 106, I 39 Alternate: Edgerton
7
Continue straight
2.5 mi
·
5 min
8
Turn left onto Jenson Street
331 ft
·
17 sec
·
Jenson Street
9
Turn right onto York Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
York Road
10
Turn left onto East Fulton Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Fulton Street
11
Continue on State Highway 59
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 59
12
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 59
138 ft
·
3 sec
·
State Highway 59
13
Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 59
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
State Highway 59
14
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward State Highway 59
115 ft
·
2 sec
·
State Highway 59
15
Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 59
423 ft
·
9 sec
·
State Highway 59
16
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 59
108 ft
·
2 sec
·
State Highway 59
17
Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 59
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 59
18
Turn left onto County Highway N
11 mi
·
14 min
·
County Highway N
19
Continue on East County Road N
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
East County Road N
20
Continue on East County Road N
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
East County Road N
21
Turn right onto Stephen Ambrose Memorial Highway
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Stephen Ambrose Memorial Highway
22
Continue on Iron Brigade Memorial Highway
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Iron Brigade Memorial Highway
23
Turn left onto State Highway 20
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 20
24
Continue on State Highway 20
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 20
25
Continue on North Street
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
North Street
26
Turn left onto I 43 North
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 43 North
27
Merge slight left
15 mi
·
15 min
28
Take the exit slight right toward CTH Y: Racine Avenue
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
CTH Y: Racine Avenue
29
Keep slight right to continue on CTH Y South: Racine Avenue
440 ft
·
11 sec
·
CTH Y South: Racine Avenue
30
Turn straight onto South Racine Avenue
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
South Racine Avenue
31
Turn left onto Janesville Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Janesville Road
32
Turn right onto Pioneer Drive
95 ft
·
4 sec
·
Pioneer Drive
33
Arrive at your destination
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 33.1 miles from Stoughton, WI, or about 37m into the drive.
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 15 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.1 miles or 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Muskego, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Stoughton, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Stoughton, WI
This is one driving day of about 66.2 miles and 1h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Stoughton, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.1 mi from Stoughton, WI · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.1 miles from Stoughton, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Muskego, WI
The final approach into Muskego, 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
$10.35 one way
$20.70 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.36 | $22.73 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.74 | $25.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.62 | $29.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.95 | $3.18 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.79 | $2.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.5 | 0 | $9.27 | $4.24 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Muskego, WI
Evening in Muskego on Wednesday
Local time
8:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°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
21 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 15m 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 Stoughton, WI to Muskego, WI covers 66.2 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Main Street, Highway 51, I 39 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.1 miles from Stoughton, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.35 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.
The drive from Stoughton, WI to Muskego, WI is easy. At 1h 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Stoughton, WI to Muskego, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Stoughton, WI to Muskego, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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