Origin
Fredonia, WI
Evening in Fredonia on Thursday
Local time
5:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fredonia, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
45m
Distance
31.2 mi
50 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Menomonee Falls, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Fredonia, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI covers 31.2 miles and takes about 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Fredonia Avenue, Highway 57, WI 100 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.88 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 31.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 45m drive with frequent turns across 31.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Fredonia Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Fredonia, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI is easy. At 45m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fredonia, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fredonia Avenue | — | — |
| Highway 57 | — | — |
| WI 100 West | — | — |
| West Brown Deer Road | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| Appleton Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Fredonia Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fredonia, WI and Menomonee Falls, WI.
1
Start on North Milwaukee Street
164 ft
·
13 sec
·
North Milwaukee Street
2
Turn left onto Fredonia Avenue
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Fredonia Avenue
3
Turn right onto State Highway 57
20 mi
·
23 min
·
State Highway 57
4
Take the exit slight right toward WI 100 West: Brown Deer Road
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
WI 100 West: Brown Deer Road
5
Keep slight right to continue on WI 100 West: Brown Deer Road
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
WI 100 West: Brown Deer Road
6
Turn straight onto West Brown Deer Road
7.3 mi
·
13 min
·
West Brown Deer Road
7
Continue on Main Street
2.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Main Street
8
Turn right onto Appleton Avenue
23 ft
·
1 sec
·
Appleton Avenue
9
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.6 mi from Fredonia, WI · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.6 miles from Fredonia, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Menomonee Falls, WI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Menomonee Falls, 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
$4.88 one way
$9.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.36 | $10.71 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.00 | $12.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.89 | $13.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.28 | $1.50 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.73 | $1.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.37 | $2.00 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Menomonee Falls, WI
Evening in Menomonee Falls on Thursday
Local time
5:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Butler, WI
16 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
45m 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 Fredonia, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI covers 31.2 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Fredonia Avenue, Highway 57, WI 100 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.6 miles from Fredonia, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.88 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.
The drive from Fredonia, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI is easy. At 45m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fredonia, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Fredonia, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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