How far is City of Janesville, WI from Athens, WI?
The driving distance from City of Janesville, WI to Athens, WI is about 199.6 miles (321.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 170.6 miles (274.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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City in Waushara County, Wisconsin, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between City of Janesville and Athens.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Janesville and Athens.
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Start on East Court Street
45 m · 6 sec · East Court Street
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Turn right onto Harrison Street
156 m · 27 sec · Harrison Street
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Turn left onto East Milwaukee Street
841 ft · 21 sec · East Milwaukee Street
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Turn sharp right onto Milton Avenue
3.1 mi · 7 min · Milton Avenue
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Take the exit slight left
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
61.3 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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Keep slight right to continue on WI 78 South, I 39 North: Merrimac, Portage, Wausau
1128 ft · 15 sec
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Continue on I 39 North: Portage, Wausau
103.5 mi · 1 hr 51 min
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Merge slight right
3.2 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 29 West: Abbotsford, Chippewa Falls
18.3 mi · 22 min
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Turn right onto County Road M
6.6 mi · 9 min · County Road M
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Turn right onto State Highway 97
1.5 mi · 3 min · State Highway 97
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Continue on Pine Street
3230 ft · 1 min · Pine Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Mueller Street
1299 ft · 28 sec · Mueller Street
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Turn right onto Alfred Street
12 m · 2 sec · Alfred Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Alfred Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between City of Janesville and Athens.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 39 North
Continue on I 39 North: Portage, Wausau
104 mi · 01h 51m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving City of Janesville and Areas Of Fog near Athens.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from City of Janesville to Athens?
The road trip is about 199.6 miles (321.3 km) and usually takes 03h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Richford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 99.8 miles from City of Janesville and 99.9 miles from Athens.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 170.6 miles (274.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 29 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:30 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.59 one way or $53.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around City of Janesville and Areas Of Fog near Athens.
Stop Ideas Near Richford
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between City of Janesville and Athens. Straight-line distance: 170.56 mi (274.49 km).
#1 City of Janesville
The most populous city in Rock County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 64,128 |
| Coordinates | 42.6857000, -89.0138500 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Athens
Village in Marathon County, Wisconsin
| Population | 1,079 |
| Coordinates | 45.0330200, -90.0740200 |
| Altitude | 427 |
| Country | United States |
End: Athens (-90.07402, 45.03302)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 321 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 29m |
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 | $26.59 | $53.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $29.98 | $59.97 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $32.81 | $65.62 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $37.39 | $74.79 |
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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