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Black Wolf, WI
Night in Black Wolf on Friday
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9:01 PM
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66°F
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Trip from Black Wolf, WI to Metz, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
39.2 mi
63 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Black Wolf, WI
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Metz, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Black Wolf to Metz is 39.2 miles and takes about 58 minutes via US 45, I 41, and US Highway 10, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within Wisconsin, connecting two points in the Midwest. The route is primarily highway, making it a straightforward trip for those looking for a quick journey between these two locations. You won't need to plan for an overnight stay, and with minimal stops suggested, it's an efficient way to travel.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 39.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly on highways, with 74% of the journey taking place on them. You'll experience stretches of quicker driving, including a continuous 15.2-mile segment on US 45. The profile leans towards a highway-focused experience, meaning you'll likely encounter well-maintained roads and consistent speeds for most of your trip. Expect a direct and functional drive rather than a winding, scenic adventure.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 45 is the longest continuous segment at about 15.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 45 and I 41. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 miles in near I 41; US 41.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 39.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 58m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles (I 41; US 41): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
4.2 mi into trip
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~11m in
|
I 41; US 41
Merge onto I 41; US 41 toward Appleton
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Appleton
7
11 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward US 45: New London, Algoma Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 45: New London, Algoma Boulevard
7
11.2 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 45 North: New London
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 45 North: New London
5
12 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
US 45
Merge onto US 45
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
27.2 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
US 10 / US Highway 10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10 / US Highway 10 toward US 10 West: Stevens Point
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 10 West: Stevens Point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Black Wolf, WI and Metz, WI, road signs point toward Green_Bay, Appleton and Cth Ii: Fremont.
Green_Bay
3.9 mi in
|
~11m
Appleton
4.2 mi in
|
~11m
|
via I 41; US 41
Cth Ii: Fremont
33.1 mi in
|
~44m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 45 | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| I 41 | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| US Highway 10 | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| County Road AH | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| County Road N | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| State Highway 110 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Tustin Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| County Road HH | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 45
— 15.2 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Black Wolf, WI and Metz, WI.
1
Start on Country Club Road
207 ft
·
11 sec
·
Country Club Road
2
Turn right onto Nekimi Avenue
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Nekimi Avenue
3
Turn right onto CTH I
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road I
4
Turn left onto CTH N
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road N
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I-41_North: Appleton, Green_Bay
6
Merge onto I 41; US 41
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
I 41; US 41
Toward Appleton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward US 45: New London, Algoma Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
58 sec
Toward US 45 North: New London
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto US 45
15 mi
·
17 min
·
US 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
US Highway 10
Toward US 10 West: Stevens Point
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward WI 96, WI 110, CTH II: Fremont
12
Turn right onto WI 96; WI 110
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
State Highway 110
13
At end of road, turn left onto WI 96
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 110
14
Turn left onto Tustin Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Tustin Road
15
Turn right onto CTH AH
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
County Road AH
16
Continue on CTH AH
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road AH
17
Turn right onto CTH HH
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road HH
18
Arrive at destination
CTH HH
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.6 mi from Black Wolf, WI · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from Black Wolf, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Metz, WI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Metz, WI if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.13 one way
$12.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.73 | $13.46 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.54 | $15.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.65 | $17.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.12 | $1.88 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Metz, WI
Night in Metz on Friday
Local time
9:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
43°F
Winchester, WI
20 mi in
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
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
58m 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 Wolf, WI to Metz, WI covers 39.2 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 45, I 41, US Highway 10. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.6 miles from Black Wolf, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.13 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 short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 39.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 58m.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles (I 41; US 41): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Black Wolf, WI and Metz, WI, road signs point toward Green_Bay, Appleton and Cth Ii: Fremont.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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