Origin
Elkhart Lake, WI
Morning in Elkhart Lake on Monday
Local time
11:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elkhart Lake, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
55.6 mi
90 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elkhart Lake, WI
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Menomonee Falls, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Elkhart Lake, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI covers 55.6 miles and takes about 1h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 45, State Highway 28, State Highway 67 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 22.3 miles on US 45. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.45 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
27.8 miles from Elkhart Lake, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 23m highway drive covering 55.6 miles, with most of the trip on US 45 and State Highway 28. The longest continuous stretch is about 22.3 miles on US 45.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 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 22.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 45 and State Highway 28. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Lake Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.6 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (North Lake Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; near the start (CTH A / East Rhine Street): Navigation decision point; at 7 miles (WI 67; CTH C; CTH E / East Mill Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Lake Street
Turn sharp left onto North Lake Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CTH A / East Rhine Street
Turn left onto CTH A / East Rhine Street
Navigation decision point
6
7 mi into trip
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~13m in
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WI 67; CTH C; CTH E / East Mill Street
At end of road, turn right onto WI 67; CTH C; CTH E / East Mill Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
7 mi into trip
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~13m in
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WI 67; CTH E / South Milwaukee Street
Turn left onto WI 67; CTH E / South Milwaukee Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
54 mi into trip
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~1h 19m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 45 | 22.3 mi | 24m |
| State Highway 28 | 9.7 mi | 13m |
| State Highway 67 | 6.1 mi | 11m |
| County Road H | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| County Road E | 4 mi | 9m |
| State Highway 144 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| South Milwaukee Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 45
— 22.3 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elkhart Lake, WI and Menomonee Falls, WI.
1
Start on Arno Way
80 ft
·
10 sec
·
Arno Way
2
Turn sharp left onto North Lake Street
99 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Lake Street
3
Turn left onto CTH A
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
East Rhine Street
4
Turn right onto WI 67; CTH A; CTH J
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Lincoln Street
5
Continue on WI 67; CTH A; CTH J
5.4 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 67
6
Continue on WI 67
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Milwaukee Street
7
Turn left onto WI 67
347 ft
·
8 sec
·
Elizabeth Street
8
Turn right onto WI 67
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Caroline Street
9
At end of road, turn right onto WI 67; CTH C; CTH E
345 ft
·
14 sec
·
East Mill Street
10
Turn left onto WI 67; CTH E
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Milwaukee Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Continue on WI 67; CTH E
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
State Highway 67
12
Turn left onto CTH E
4.0 mi
·
9 min
·
County Road E
13
Turn right onto WI 28
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
State Highway 28
14
Continue on WI 28
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Madison Avenue
15
Continue on WI 28; CTH F
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 28
16
Continue on WI 28; CTH A; CTH SS
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
17
Continue on WI 28
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 28
18
Continue on WI 28; WI 144
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 144
19
Turn right onto CTH H
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
County Road H
20
Turn left onto US 45
22 mi
·
24 min
·
US 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 52
Toward CTH Q: County Line Road
Use the slight right lane.
22
Turn right onto CTH Q
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
County Line Road
23
Turn slight left
386 ft
·
19 sec
24
Turn left onto River Crest Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
River Crest Drive
25
Turn left onto WI 175
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Appleton Avenue
26
Arrive at destination
WI 175
Trip Plan
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 27.8 miles from Elkhart Lake, WI, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.3 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 55.6 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.8 miles or 49m 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 11m
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 Elkhart Lake, 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 Elkhart Lake, WI
This is one driving day of about 55.6 miles and 1h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Elkhart Lake, 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 US 45 for about 22.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.8 mi from Elkhart Lake, WI · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 55.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.8 miles from Elkhart Lake, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$8.45 one way
$16.89 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $9.31 | $18.62 |
| premium | $4.80 | $10.50 | $20.99 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.35 | $24.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.84 | $2.67 |
| Efficient EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.78 | $3.56 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (63% 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
Morning in Menomonee Falls on Monday
Local time
11:07 AM
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
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
1h 23m 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 Elkhart Lake, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI covers 55.6 miles and takes about 1h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 45, State Highway 28, State Highway 67. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.8 miles from Elkhart Lake, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.45 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.6 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (North Lake Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; near the start (CTH A / East Rhine Street): Navigation decision point; at 7 miles (WI 67; CTH C; CTH E / East Mill Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
The route from Elkhart Lake, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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