How far is Roberts, WI from City of Janesville, WI?

Fastest route

The distance between Roberts, Wisconsin 54023 and Janesville, Wisconsin is approximately 270 miles (435 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 4 hours and 18 minutes. The recommended route is via I-94 E.

Directions

To get from Roberts, Wisconsin to Janesville, Wisconsin, follow these steps:

  1. Head west on W Main St toward S Locust St. 🚗
  2. W Main St turns slightly left and becomes West Blvd. 🔄
  3. Turn right onto W Pine St. ➡️
  4. At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit and stay on WI-65 S. 🚦
  5. At the next traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto the I-94 E ramp. 🛣️
  6. Continue on I-94 E until you reach Janesville. Take exit 175 from I-39 S/I-90 E. ⚠️
  7. Keep right at the fork to continue on I-39 S/I-90 E. 🔄
  8. Take exit 175 for E Racine St. 🚧
  9. Turn right onto E Racine St. ➡️
  10. Turn right onto S Garfield Ave. ➡️
  11. Turn left onto Jackman St. ⬅️
  12. Turn left onto St Lawrence Ave. ⬅️

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Plan your trip ahead of time to ensure a smooth journey.
  • 🚦 Check for traffic updates and consider alternative routes if necessary.
  • 🛣️ Follow the signs for I-94 E to stay on the recommended route.
  • ⚠️ Be cautious when taking exit 175 from I-39 S/I-90 E, as it may require merging or lane changes.
  • 🚧 Watch out for any road construction or detours along E Racine St.
  • ➡️ Use a navigation app or GPS device to help guide you during the journey.
  • ⬅️ Pay attention to street names and turn directions to avoid missing any turns.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
267.99 mi
04h 12m
Flight
237.4 mi
382.06 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
237.4 mi
Kilometers
382.06 km
Flight Time
00h 28m

Driving Distance

Road route
267.99 mi
Kilometers
431.29 km
Drive Time
04h 12m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 04h 12m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in City of Janesville
Sat, May 2, 12:22 PM CDT
Return by in Roberts
Sat, May 2, 4:34 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Roberts
2026-05-02T08:10
Arrive City of Janesville
Sat, May 2, 12:22 PM CDT
Route Timing
04h 12m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:12 AM to 12:12 PM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
8:36 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Roberts
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Tomah
WI

City in Monroe County, Wisconsin, United States

From Roberts
133.5 mi
02h 06m
To City of Janesville
134.5 mi
02h 06m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
60°F
Saturday

Widespread Frost then Sunny

Starts
Sat, May 2 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph WNW
Destination
57°F
Saturday

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, May 2 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Roberts and City of Janesville.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Roberts and City of Janesville.

  1. 1

    Start on West Main Street

    555 ft · 25 sec · West Main Street

  2. 2

    Continue on West Boulevard

    1116 ft · 51 sec · West Boulevard

  3. 3

    Turn right onto West Pine Street

    33 m · 10 sec · West Pine Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto State Highway 65

    937 ft · 16 sec · State Highway 65

  5. 5

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 65

    33 m · 6 sec · State Highway 65

  6. 6

    Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 65

    1.1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 65

  7. 7

    Continue on State Highway 65

    531 ft · 15 sec · State Highway 65

  8. 8

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 65

    29 m · 5 sec · State Highway 65

  9. 9

    Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 65

    591 ft · 16 sec · State Highway 65

  10. 10

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Eau Claire, Madison

    89 m · 17 sec

  11. 11

    Exit the roundabout onto Eau Claire, Madison

    1844 ft · 45 sec

  12. 12

    Merge slight left

    228.4 mi · 4 hr 5 min

  13. 13

    Keep slight right to continue on I 39, I 90: Chicago

    33.1 mi · 35 min

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right

    1240 ft · 30 sec

  15. 15

    Keep slight right to continue on WI 26: State Highway 26

    1117 ft · 32 sec

  16. 16

    Keep slight right to continue on WI 26 South: Janesville

    126 m · 10 sec

  17. 17

    Turn slight right onto Milton Avenue

    2.3 mi · 5 min · Milton Avenue

  18. 18

    Turn left onto East Memorial Drive

    80 m · 12 sec · East Memorial Drive

  19. 19

    Continue on North Garfield Avenue

    2552 ft · 2 min · North Garfield Avenue

  20. 20

    Turn right onto East Court Street

    142 m · 16 sec · East Court Street

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Court Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Roberts and City of Janesville.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
21 steps
11 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
8
1 merges, 7 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
7.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Eau Claire
229 mi · 85%
I 39
33.3 mi · 12%
Milton Avenue
2.35 mi · 1%
State Highway 65
1.55 mi · 1%
North Garfield Avenue
0.48 mi
West Boulevard
0.21 mi
Longest Stretch

Eau Claire

Merge slight left

228 mi · 04h 05m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
04h 12m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 24m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+30.6 mi
237.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Tomah
02h 06m from Roberts
Leave By
8:36 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Widespread Frost then Sunny leaving Roberts and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near City of Janesville.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Roberts to City of Janesville?

The road trip is about 268 miles (431.3 km) and usually takes 04h 12m 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?

Tomah is a useful midpoint, sitting about 133.5 miles from Roberts and 134.5 miles from City of Janesville.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 237.4 miles (382.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.6 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 8:36 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.67 one way or $71.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 84.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Sunny around Roberts and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near City of Janesville.

Stop Ideas Near Tomah

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Tomah, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Tomah.

RAIL

Tomah

1 mi away
North Superior Ave. and Washington St.
RAIL

La Crosse

62 mi away
St. Andrew and Caledonia Streets
BUS

Wisconsin Rapids, WI

69 mi away
2611 West Grand Avenue
RAIL

Wisconsin Dells

70 mi away
Superior and La Crosse Sts.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Roberts and City of Janesville. Straight-line distance: 237.4 mi (382.06 km).

Roberts

#1 Roberts

Village in St.

Population2,018
Coordinates44.9838600, -92.5560300
Altitude315
CountryUnited States
City of Janesville

#2 City of Janesville

The most populous city in Rock County, Wisconsin.

Population64,128
Coordinates42.6857000, -89.0138500
Altitude261
CountryUnited States
Start: West Main Street (-92.556095, 44.983701)
End: East Court Street (-89.013903, 42.685777)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 431 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)08h 55m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 42m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 21m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 27m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 49m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 20m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
9.46 gal
35.8 L · about $35.67
Round trip
$71.35
18.92 gal · 71.6 L
Estimated CO2
84.1 kg one way
Round trip: 168.1 kg / 371 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $35.67 $71.35
Mid-grade $4.25 $40.23 $80.47
Premium $4.65 $44.03 $88.05
Diesel $5.30 $50.18 $100.35

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Wisconsin · May 02, 2026

There is no time difference between Roberts and City of Janesville. The current time is 08:10:21.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.