Origin
Wind Point, WI
Afternoon in Wind Point on Monday
Local time
3:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wind Point, WI to City of Janesville, WI
Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
69.4 mi
112 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 27m
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6 AM
1h 34m
8 AM
1h 48m
10 AM
1h 39m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 48m
8 PM
1h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
City of Janesville, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Wind Point, WI to City of Janesville, WI covers 69.4 miles and takes about 1h 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Highway 31, Ole Davidson Road, North Green Bay Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.54 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
34.7 miles from Wind Point, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 34m drive with frequent turns across 69.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 39 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Highway 31 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 Wind Point, WI to City of Janesville, WI is easy. At 1h 34m 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 Wind Point, WI to City of Janesville, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 31 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ole Davidson Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Green Bay Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Spring Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Washington Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| the route | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Plank Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Browns Lake Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Highway 31
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wind Point, WI and City of Janesville, WI.
1
Start on East Four Mile Road
3.6 mi
·
7 min
·
East Four Mile Road
2
Turn left onto State Highway 31
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 31
3
Continue on Ole Davidson Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Ole Davidson Road
4
Continue on North Green Bay Road
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Green Bay Road
5
Turn right onto Spring Street
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Spring Street
6
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Washington Avenue
10 ft
·
1 sec
·
Washington Avenue
7
Exit the roundabout onto Washington Avenue
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Washington Avenue
8
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Washington Avenue
92 ft
·
5 sec
·
Washington Avenue
9
Exit the roundabout onto Washington Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Avenue
10
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Washington Avenue
115 ft
·
2 sec
·
Washington Avenue
11
Exit the roundabout onto Washington Avenue
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Washington Avenue
12
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
220 ft
·
13 sec
·
the route
13
Exit the roundabout
1.0 mi
·
1 min
14
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Plank Road
26 ft
·
1 sec
·
Plank Road
15
Exit the roundabout onto Plank Road
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Plank Road
16
Turn left onto Browns Lake Drive
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Browns Lake Drive
17
Turn right onto Durand Avenue
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Durand Avenue
18
Continue on East State Street
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
East State Street
19
Continue on Adams Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Adams Street
20
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Pine Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Pine Street
21
Continue on West Chestnut Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Chestnut Street
22
Continue straight
1.3 mi
·
2 min
23
Turn right onto Burlington Bypass
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
Burlington Bypass
24
Continue on State Highway 11
8.6 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 11
25
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
26
Merge slight left
13 mi
·
14 min
27
Take the exit slight right toward US 14: Darien, Janesville
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 14: Darien, Janesville
28
Keep slight right
121 ft
·
3 sec
29
Merge slight left
3.3 mi
·
4 min
30
Turn left
11 mi
·
15 min
31
Turn left onto East Racine Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Racine Street
32
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Racine Street
118 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Racine Street
33
Exit the roundabout onto East Racine Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
East Racine Street
34
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Racine Street
95 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Racine Street
35
Exit the roundabout onto East Racine Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East Racine Street
36
Turn right onto South Randall Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Randall Avenue
37
Turn left onto Ruger Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Ruger Avenue
38
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Court Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
East Court Street
39
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 34.7 miles from Wind Point, WI, or about 47m 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 69.4 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.7 miles or 47m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Janesville, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wind Point, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Wind Point, WI
This is one driving day of about 69.4 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Wind Point, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.7 mi from Wind Point, WI · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 69.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.7 miles from Wind Point, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$10.54 one way
$21.08 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $11.62 | $23.24 |
| premium | $4.80 | $13.10 | $26.20 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.42 | $30.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.29 | $3.33 |
| Efficient EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.07 | $2.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.72 | $4.44 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
City of Janesville, WI
Afternoon in City of Janesville on Monday
Local time
3:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°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
3 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 34m 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 Wind Point, WI to City of Janesville, WI covers 69.4 miles and takes about 1h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Highway 31, Ole Davidson Road, North Green Bay Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.7 miles from Wind Point, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.54 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 Wind Point, WI to City of Janesville, WI is easy. At 1h 34m 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 Wind Point, WI to City of Janesville, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Wind Point, WI to City of Janesville, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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