Origin
Holmen, WI
Evening in Holmen on Tuesday
Local time
8:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Holmen, WI to Eau Claire, WI
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 47m
Distance
73.5 mi
118 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 39m
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6 AM
1h 47m
8 AM
2h 3m
10 AM
1h 53m
12 PM
1h 51m
3 PM
1h 54m
5 PM
2h 2m
8 PM
1h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Holmen, WI
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Eau Claire, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Holmen, WI to Eau Claire, WI covers 73.5 miles and takes about 1h 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 93, State Highway 93 / 121, US 53 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 36.2 miles on State Highway 93. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.49 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
36.8 miles from Holmen, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 47m highway drive covering 73.5 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 93 and State Highway 93 / 121. The longest continuous stretch is about 36.2 miles on State Highway 93.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 93 is the longest continuous segment at about 36.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 93 and State Highway 93 / 121. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CTH DH / South Main Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.5 miles you will encounter 8 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 (CTH DH / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 70.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 70.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CTH DH / South Main Street
Turn right onto CTH DH / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
70.3 mi into trip
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~1h 40m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
70.4 mi into trip
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~1h 40m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
72.9 mi into trip
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~1h 45m in
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South Farwell Street
Turn right onto South Farwell Street
Navigation decision point
4
73.5 mi into trip
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~1h 47m in
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East Grand Avenue
Turn left onto East Grand Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 93 | 36.2 mi | 50m |
| State Highway 93 / 121 | 15.3 mi | 20m |
| US 53 | 12.9 mi | 17m |
| Holmen Drive | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Osseo Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| South Hastings Way | 1 mi | 2m |
| Harding Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 93
— 36.2 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Holmen, WI and Eau Claire, WI.
1
Start on CTH D
70 ft
·
3 sec
·
County Highway D
2
Turn right onto CTH DH
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
3
Turn right onto CTH HD; WI 35 BUS
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Holmen Drive
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
5
Merge onto US 53; WI 93
13 mi
·
17 min
·
US 53; WI 93
6
Continue on WI 93
21 mi
·
29 min
·
State Highway 93
7
Continue on WI 93
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Diagonal Street
8
Continue on WI 93
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
Burrows Road
9
Continue on WI 93; CTH Q
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Washington Street
10
Continue on WI 93
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Osseo Road
11
Continue on WI 93; WI 121
15 mi
·
20 min
·
State Highway 93 / 121
12
Continue on WI 93
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Main Street South
13
Turn straight onto WI 93
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Lake Park Drive
14
Continue on WI 93
15 mi
·
21 min
·
State Highway 93
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
17
Continue on US 53 Business
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Hastings Way
18
Turn left onto Brackett Avenue
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Brackett Avenue
19
Continue on Harding Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Harding Avenue
20
Continue on Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Washington Street
21
Turn right onto South Farwell Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Farwell Street
22
Turn left onto East Grand Avenue
35 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Grand Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
East Grand Avenue
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 36.8 miles from Holmen, WI, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.2 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 73.5 miles or 1h 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.8 miles or 51m 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 Eau Claire, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Holmen, 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 Holmen, WI
This is one driving day of about 73.5 miles and 1h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Holmen, 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 State Highway 93 for about 36.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.8 mi from Holmen, WI · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 73.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.8 miles from Holmen, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Eau Claire, WI
The final approach into Eau Claire, 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 Eau Claire, 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
$11.49 one way
$22.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.62 | $25.23 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.14 | $28.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.23 | $32.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.72 | $3.53 |
| Efficient EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.43 | $2.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.29 | $4.70 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Eau Claire, WI
Evening in Eau Claire on Tuesday
Local time
8:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
38°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
7 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
1h 47m 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 Holmen, WI to Eau Claire, WI covers 73.5 miles and takes about 1h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 93, State Highway 93 / 121, US 53. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.8 miles from Holmen, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.49 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 73.5 miles you will encounter 8 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 (CTH DH / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 70.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 70.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Holmen, WI to Eau Claire, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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