Appleton to Janesville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

113.2 miles 182.2 km · straight line
141.5 miles estimated 227.8 km · driving distance
2h 51min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
196° SSW bearing direction

How far is Appleton from Janesville?

The distance from Appleton to Janesville is 113.2 miles (182.2 km) as the crow flies. Janesville is located SSW of Appleton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 141.5 miles, taking about 2h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Appleton and Janesville. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Appleton to Janesville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 51min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 25min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 42min $17–$50* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Appleton & Janesville

Quick Facts

Appleton
44.26°N, 88.42°W
America/Chicago
242m elevation
Janesville
42.68°N, 89.02°W
America/Chicago
255m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 220 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients