Origin
Black Creek, WI
Evening in Black Creek on Sunday
Local time
6:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Black Creek, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI
Drive Time
2h
Distance
101.7 mi
164 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 52m
★
6 AM
2h 1m
8 AM
2h 18m
10 AM
2h 7m
12 PM
2h 5m
3 PM
2h 8m
5 PM
2h 17m
8 PM
1h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Black Creek, WI
Tom Fisk
Menomonee Falls, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Black Creek to Menomonee Falls, expect a straightforward journey covering 101.7 miles. This route takes approximately two hours to complete, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You will navigate through the heart of the Midwest using a combination of North Main Street, Highway 47, and County Road A. With fuel costs estimated at $14, it is an economical drive that does not require an overnight stop. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive, it offers a different pace than a standard interstate commute. Keep this itinerary in mind if you prefer a direct, no-fuss connection between these two Wisconsin locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
50.8 miles from Black Creek, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a hands-on driving experience as this route consists entirely of local roads with a 0% highway share. You will not find any long, monotonous stretches here; in fact, the longest segment is a 0-mile stretch on North Main Street, highlighting the frequent turns you will encounter. This is a technical, winding trip that demands your full attention rather than a cruise-control interstate grind. Because you are navigating local infrastructure, the drive feels intimate and requires constant navigation through shifting road types. Expect the character of the road to remain consistent in its turn-heavy profile from start to finish.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 41 is the longest continuous segment at about 85.5 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,094 ft
756 ft
Total Climb
644 ft
Total Descent
572 ft
Highest Point
1,094 ft
~88.9 mi in
Elevation Range
338 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and County Road A. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WI 47 / North Main Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WI 47 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.3 miles (CTH OO / West Northland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
WI 47 / North Main Street
Turn left onto WI 47 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
13.3 mi into trip
|
~22m in
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CTH OO / West Northland Avenue
Turn right onto CTH OO / West Northland Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
14.3 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the ramp toward I 41 South, US 41 South: Oshkosh, Milwaukee
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 41 South, US 41 South: Oshkosh, Milwau...
5
14.6 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
I 41; US 41
Merge onto I 41; US 41
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
100 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
Take the exit toward CTH Q: County Line Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 52
Toward CTH Q: County Line Road
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Black Creek, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Milwaukee along the way.
Milwaukee
14.3 mi in
|
~23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 41 | 85.5 mi | 1h 31m |
| County Road A | 5.9 mi | 10m |
| State Highway 47 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| North Lynndale Drive | 3 mi | 5m |
| West Northland Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Appleton Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| River Crest Drive | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 85.5 mi, about 1h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Black Creek, WI and Menomonee Falls, WI.
1
Start on WI 54
37 ft
·
7 sec
·
East State Street
2
Turn left onto WI 47
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
3
Continue on WI 47
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 47
4
Turn right onto CTH A
5.9 mi
·
10 min
·
County Road A
5
Continue on CTH A; CTH JJ
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Lynndale Drive
6
Enter roundabout onto CTH A
103 ft
·
2 sec
·
North Lynndale Drive
7
Continue on CTH A
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Lynndale Drive
8
Turn right onto CTH OO
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Northland Avenue
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 41 South, US 41 South: Oshkosh, Milwaukee
Use the left lane.
10
Merge onto I 41; US 41
85 mi
·
1 hr 31 min
·
I 41; US 41
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 52
Toward CTH Q: County Line Road
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto CTH Q
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
County Line Road
13
Turn slight left
386 ft
·
19 sec
14
Turn left onto River Crest Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
River Crest Drive
15
Turn left onto WI 175
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Appleton Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
WI 175
Trip Plan
Since this is a two-hour trip with zero planned stops, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Given the turn-heavy nature of the roads, it is wise to start your drive during daylight hours to ensure you can clearly see the frequent transitions between North Main Street, Highway 47, and County Road A. Keep your navigation system active, as the lack of long highway stretches means you will be making regular course adjustments. Budgeting $14 for fuel is sufficient for the 101.7-mile distance, but topping off your tank before leaving Black Creek will save you the trouble of hunting for stations along the local route. Since there are no designated stops, plan for a direct drive and enjoy the efficiency of completing your journey in one go.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 50.8 miles from Black Creek, WI, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.8 miles or 1h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Menomonee Falls, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Black Creek, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Black Creek, WI
This is one driving day of about 101.7 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Black Creek, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 41 for about 85.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.8 mi from Black Creek, WI · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.8 miles from Black Creek, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 41 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85.5 miles.
Arriving in Menomonee Falls, WI
The final approach into Menomonee Falls, WI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Menomonee Falls, WI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.45 one way
$30.89 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $17.03 | $34.06 |
| premium | $4.80 | $19.20 | $38.40 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.59 | $45.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.68 | $4.88 |
| Efficient EV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.90 | $4.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.7 | 0 | $14.24 | $6.51 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Menomonee Falls, WI
Evening in Menomonee Falls on Sunday
Local time
6:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
28 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Black Creek, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI covers 101.7 miles and takes about 2h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 41, County Road A, State Highway 47. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.8 miles from Black Creek, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.45 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 2h drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WI 47 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 13.3 miles (CTH OO / West Northland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Black Creek, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Milwaukee along the way.
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