Origin
Hilbert, WI
Late night in Hilbert on Friday
Local time
1:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Hilbert, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
81.4 mi
131 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 37m
★
6 AM
1h 45m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 50m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 51m
5 PM
2h 0m
8 PM
1h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hilbert, WI
Steve A Johnson
Menomonee Falls, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hilbert, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI covers 81.4 miles and takes about 1h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 41, US Highway 151, North 8th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 42.4 miles on I 41. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.73 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.
Midpoint
40.7 miles from Hilbert, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 45m. Total distance: 81.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 45m highway drive covering 81.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 41 and US Highway 151. The longest continuous stretch is about 42.4 miles on I 41.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 42.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and US Highway 151. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 7.7 miles in near US 151 / West Main Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hilbert, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI is easy. At 1h 45m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.7 miles (US 151 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.6 miles (US 151 / US Highway 151): Navigation decision point; at 36.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
7.7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
US 151 / West Main Street
Turn right onto US 151 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
15.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
US 151 / US Highway 151
At end of road, turn left onto US 151 / US Highway 151
Navigation decision point
3
36.9 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
37.3 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
I 41; US 41
Merge onto I 41; US 41
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
79.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| I 41 | 42.4 mi | 45m |
| US Highway 151 | 27.9 mi | 39m |
| North 8th Street | 7.7 mi | 11m |
| West Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Appleton Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| River Crest Drive | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| County Line Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 42.4 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hilbert, WI and Menomonee Falls, WI.
1
Start on WI 32; WI 57
7.7 mi
·
11 min
·
North 8th Street
2
Turn right onto US 151
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
3
Continue on US 151
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
US Highway 151
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 151
21 mi
·
30 min
·
US Highway 151
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
6
Merge onto I 41; US 41
42 mi
·
45 min
·
I 41; US 41
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 52
Toward CTH Q: County Line Road
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn right onto CTH Q
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
County Line Road
9
Turn slight left
386 ft
·
19 sec
10
Turn left onto River Crest Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
River Crest Drive
11
Turn left onto WI 175
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Appleton Avenue
12
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 40.7 miles from Hilbert, WI, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.4 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 18 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.7 miles or 58m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Menomonee Falls, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Hilbert, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hilbert, WI
This is one driving day of about 81.4 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Hilbert, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 41 for about 42.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.7 mi from Hilbert, WI · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.7 miles from Hilbert, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.73 one way
$25.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.97 | $27.95 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.66 | $31.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.97 | $35.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.55 | $3.91 |
| Efficient EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.12 | $3.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.6 | 0 | $11.40 | $5.21 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Late night in Menomonee Falls on Friday
Local time
1:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Saint Peter, WI
41 mi in
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
17 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 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 Hilbert, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI covers 81.4 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 41, US Highway 151, North 8th 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 40.7 miles from Hilbert, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.73 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 Hilbert, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI is easy. At 1h 45m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.7 miles (US 151 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.6 miles (US 151 / US Highway 151): Navigation decision point; at 36.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Hilbert, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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