How far is Fort Atkinson, WI from New Berlin, WI?
The driving distance from Fort Atkinson, WI to New Berlin, WI is about 50.3 miles (81 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37 miles (59.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 43m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Frost then Partly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Atkinson and New Berlin.
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Start on North Main Street
677 ft · 25 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto North 3rd Street
1454 ft · 36 sec · North 3rd Street
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Turn left onto North High Street
1.6 km · 2 min · North High Street
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Continue on Business State Highway 26
1 km · 1 min · Business State Highway 26
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Take the ramp right toward WI 26 North
1718 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
10.6 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit right
1793 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
33.4 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 East Alternate: Moorland Road
2323 ft · 57 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 94 Alternate East: New Berlin
56 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight onto South Moorland Road
3.2 mi · 6 min · South Moorland Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West National Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Atkinson and New Berlin.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
WI 26 North
Merge slight left
33.4 mi · 00h 36m
Route Summary
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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.
Areas Of Frost then Partly Sunny leaving Fort Atkinson and Mostly Cloudy near New Berlin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Atkinson to New Berlin?
The road trip is about 50.3 miles (81 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?
Oconomowoc is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.2 miles from Fort Atkinson and 25.2 miles from New Berlin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37 miles (59.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.3 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 4:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.71 one way or $13.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Partly Sunny around Fort Atkinson and Mostly Cloudy near New Berlin.
Stop Ideas Near Oconomowoc
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Oconomowoc.
Beaver Dam, WI
Milwaukee Intermodal Station
Columbus
Milwaukee Airport Railroad Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Atkinson and New Berlin. Straight-line distance: 36.99 mi (59.53 km).
#1 Fort Atkinson
City in Jefferson County, Wisconsin, United States of America
| Population | 12,372 |
| Coordinates | 42.9288900, -88.8370500 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New Berlin
A city in Waukesha County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 39,812 |
| Coordinates | 42.9764000, -88.1084200 |
| Altitude | 281 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Moorland Road (-88.108392, 42.976412)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 81 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
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 | $6.71 | $13.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.57 | $15.14 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.28 | $16.57 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.44 | $18.88 |
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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