Origin
Boyceville, WI
Morning in Boyceville on Saturday
Local time
7:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Boyceville, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 17m
Distance
277.9 mi
447 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 4m
★
6 AM
5h 17m
8 AM
5h 44m
10 AM
5h 27m
12 PM
5h 24m
3 PM
5h 28m
5 PM
5h 43m
8 PM
5h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Boyceville, WI
Tom Fisk
Menomonee Falls, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Boyceville, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI covers 277.9 miles and takes about 5h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 94, 370th Street, West Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 252.3 miles on I 94. At current regular gas prices, budget about $43.45 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
139 miles from Boyceville, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 38m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 17m. Total distance: 277.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 5h 17m highway drive covering 277.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 94 and 370th Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 252.3 miles on I 94.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 94 is the longest continuous segment at about 252.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,019 ft
803 ft
Total Climb
497 ft
Total Descent
587 ft
Highest Point
1,019 ft
~258.1 mi in
Elevation Range
216 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and 370th Street. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 13 miles in near I 94.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 277.9 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 13 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 209.7 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 265.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
13 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
I 94
Merge onto I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
209.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 54m in
|
I 94
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94 toward I 94: Milwaukee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 138A
Toward I 94: Milwaukee
8
265.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 53m in
Take the exit toward CTH F: Waukesha, Sussex
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.
Exit 295
Toward CTH F: Waukesha, Sussex
7
265.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 54m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CTH F North: Waukesha, Sussex
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward CTH F North: Waukesha, Sussex
5
272.9 mi into trip
|
~5h 6m in
|
CTH F; CTH V / Town Line Road
At end of road, turn left onto CTH F; CTH V / Town Line Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 252.3 mi | 4h 30m |
| 370th Street | 9.2 mi | 16m |
| West Main Street | 4.6 mi | 9m |
| Redford Boulevard | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| US Highway 12 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Waukesha Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Town Line Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 252.3 mi, about 4h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Boyceville, WI and Menomonee Falls, WI.
1
Start on CTH K
31 ft
·
1 sec
·
Center Street
2
Turn right onto WI 170
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Railroad Avenue
3
Turn right onto WI 79
9.2 mi
·
16 min
·
370th Street
4
Turn left onto US 12
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
US Highway 12
5
Turn left onto Oak Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Oak Avenue
6
Turn left onto WI 25; CTH J
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
North Broadway Street
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
8
Merge onto I 94
197 mi
·
3 hr 30 min
·
I 94
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
56 mi
·
59 min
·
I 94
Exit 138A
Toward I 94: Milwaukee
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 295
Toward CTH F: Waukesha, Sussex
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
188 ft
·
6 sec
Toward CTH F North: Waukesha, Sussex
12
Turn left onto CTH F
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Redford Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Continue on CTH F
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Waukesha Avenue
14
Turn straight
374 ft
·
12 sec
15
Turn straight onto CTH F
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
16
At end of road, turn left onto CTH F; CTH V
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Town Line Road
17
Enter roundabout onto CTH F
74 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Main Street
18
Continue on CTH F
4.6 mi
·
9 min
·
West Main Street
19
Turn left onto WI 175
21 ft
·
0 sec
·
Appleton Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
WI 175
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 139 miles from Boyceville, WI, or about 2h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 252.3 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 61 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 139 miles or 2h 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 13m
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 Boyceville, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Boyceville, WI
This is one driving day of about 277.9 miles and 5h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 miles from Boyceville, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 252.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 139 mi from Boyceville, WI · 2h 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
139 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 61 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 139 miles from Boyceville, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 252.3 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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$43.45 one way
$86.89 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
97 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $47.70 | $95.41 |
| premium | $4.89 | $53.48 | $106.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $61.36 | $122.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 97.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 83.4 | 1 | $29.18 | $13.34 |
| Efficient EV | 69.5 | 0 | $24.32 | $11.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 111.2 | 1 | $38.91 | $17.79 |
Gas CO2
97 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Morning in Menomonee Falls on Saturday
Local time
7:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°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
6 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
5h 17m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Boyceville, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI covers 277.9 miles and takes about 5h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, 370th Street, West Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 139 miles from Boyceville, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $43.45 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 277.9 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 13 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 209.7 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 265.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Boyceville, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 803 ft to 1,019 ft elevation with about 497 ft of total climbing.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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