How far is Buena Vista, WI from City of Janesville, WI?
The driving distance from Buena Vista, WI to City of Janesville, WI is about 99.4 miles (159.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 85 miles (136.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Lafayette County, Wisconsin, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Clear then Widespread Frost
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Buena Vista and City of Janesville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buena Vista and City of Janesville.
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Start on the route
9.9 mi · 16 min
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Continue on County Road HH
3.2 mi · 6 min · County Road HH
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Road H
5.2 mi · 9 min · County Road H
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Continue on Roosevelt Street
2089 ft · 42 sec · Roosevelt Street
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Continue on County Road H
1.3 km · 1 min · County Road H
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Turn right onto County Road J
3 mi · 5 min · County Road J
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Main Street
1.1 km · 2 min · West Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 11
18.5 mi · 26 min · State Highway 11
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Continue on Bridge Street
3035 ft · 1 min · Bridge Street
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Continue on State Highway 11
35.6 mi · 49 min · State Highway 11
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Continue on 1st Center Avenue
3137 ft · 1 min · 1st Center Avenue
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Turn right onto 17th Street
2651 ft · 1 min · 17th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Highway T
1.1 mi · 2 min · County Highway T
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Turn right onto State Highway 11
15.8 mi · 22 min · State Highway 11
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Continue straight
2651 ft · 53 sec
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Continue on West Court Street
3.1 mi · 7 min · West Court Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Court Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Buena Vista and City of Janesville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 11
Continue on State Highway 11
35.6 mi · 00h 49m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Clear then Widespread Frost leaving Buena Vista and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near City of Janesville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Buena Vista to City of Janesville?
The road trip is about 99.4 miles (159.9 km) and usually takes 01h 56m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
South Wayne is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.6 miles from Buena Vista and 49.7 miles from City of Janesville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 85 miles (136.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.24 one way or $26.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear then Widespread Frost around Buena Vista and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near City of Janesville.
Stop Ideas Near South Wayne
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Buena Vista and City of Janesville. Straight-line distance: 85.02 mi (136.83 km).
#1 Buena Vista
Unincorporated community in the Town of Delafield, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
| Population | 1,820 |
| Coordinates | 42.7133300, -90.6879000 |
| Altitude | 270 |
| Country | United States |
#2 City of Janesville
The most populous city in Rock County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 64,128 |
| Coordinates | 42.6857000, -89.0138500 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Court Street (-89.013903, 42.685777)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 160 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $13.24 | $26.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.93 | $29.86 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.34 | $32.67 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.62 | $37.23 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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