Origin
Windsor, WI
Evening in Windsor on Sunday
Local time
5:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Windsor, WI to Fitchburg, WI
Drive Time
40m
Distance
30.4 mi
49 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
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6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Windsor, WI
Quang Vuong
Fitchburg, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Windsor, WI to Fitchburg, WI covers 30.4 miles and takes about 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 39, South Park Street, South Beltline Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 10.1 miles on I 39. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.62 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
15.2 miles from Windsor, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Windsor, WI to Fitchburg, WI covers 30.4 miles and takes about 40m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 39 is the longest continuous segment at about 10.1 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,049 ft
855 ft
Total Climb
356 ft
Total Descent
204 ft
Highest Point
1,049 ft
~29.2 mi in
Elevation Range
194 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 30.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.6 miles (I 39; I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
1.9 mi into trip
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~3m in
Turn left toward I 39 South, I 90 East, I 94 East: Madison
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 39 South, I 90 East, I 94 East: Madiso...
8
8.6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 39; I 90
Keep slight right at fork onto I 39; I 90 toward I 39, I 90: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 39, I 90: Chicago
8
18.6 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward US 151 North, US 14 East: Park Street, Oregon
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 261
Toward US 151 North, US 14 East: Park Street, O...
9
18.8 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 18 Alternate West, US 151 Alternate South, US 14 East: Fitchburg, Oregon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 18 Alternate West, US 151 Alternate S...
7
25.2 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CTH MM, US 18 Alternate, US 151 Alternate: Oregon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward CTH MM, US 18 Alternate, US 151 Alternat...
Towns Along This Route
Between Windsor, WI and Fitchburg, WI, road signs point toward Oregon, Cth Mm: Oregon and Cth.
Oregon
18.6 mi in
|
~24m
Cth Mm: Oregon
25.1 mi in
|
~32m
Cth
25.2 mi in
|
~32m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 39 | 10.1 mi | 10m |
| South Park Street | 6.2 mi | 7m |
| South Beltline Highway | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| County Highway M | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Lake Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Wendt Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| State Highway 19 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| County Road MM | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 39
— 10.1 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Windsor, WI and Fitchburg, WI.
1
Start on 2nd Street
489 ft
·
26 sec
·
2nd Street
2
Turn left onto CTH CV
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Lake Road
3
Turn straight
208 ft
·
9 sec
4
Turn slight right onto WI 19
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
State Highway 19
5
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 39 South, I 90 East, I 94 East: Madison
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 39; I 90; I 94
6.3 mi
·
6 min
·
I 39; I 90; I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 39; I 90
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
I 39; I 90
Toward I 39, I 90: Chicago
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 142A
Toward US 12 West, US 18 West: Madison
9
Merge onto US 12; US 18
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
South Beltline Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 261
Toward US 151 North, US 14 East: Park Street, Oregon
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
140 ft
·
5 sec
Toward US 18 Alternate West, US 151 Alternate South, US 14 East: Fitchburg, Oregon
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto US 14
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
South Park Street
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward CTH MM: Oregon
14
Keep slight right at fork
485 ft
·
11 sec
Toward CTH MM, US 18 Alternate, US 151 Alternate: Oregon
15
Turn straight onto CTH MM
494 ft
·
11 sec
·
County Road MM
16
Turn slight right onto CTH MM
41 ft
·
0 sec
·
CTH MM
17
Turn slight right onto CTH M
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
County Highway M
18
Turn right onto Wendt Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Wendt Road
19
Arrive at destination
Wendt Road
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 15.2 miles from Windsor, WI, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.1 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 30.4 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.2 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fitchburg, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Windsor, 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 Windsor, WI
This is one driving day of about 30.4 miles and 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Windsor, 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 I 39 for about 10.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.2 mi from Windsor, WI · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.2 miles from Windsor, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fitchburg, WI
The final approach into Fitchburg, 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 Fitchburg, 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
$4.62 one way
$9.23 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $5.09 | $10.18 |
| premium | $4.80 | $5.74 | $11.48 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.75 | $13.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.19 | $1.46 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.66 | $1.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.26 | $1.95 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Fitchburg, WI
Evening in Fitchburg on Sunday
Local time
5:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
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
40m 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 Windsor, WI to Fitchburg, WI covers 30.4 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 39, South Park Street, South Beltline Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.2 miles from Windsor, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.62 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 demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 30.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.6 miles (I 39; I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Windsor, WI and Fitchburg, WI, road signs point toward Oregon, Cth Mm: Oregon and Cth.
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