Trip from Holmen, WI to Pleasant Prairie, WI

Drive Time

4h 33m

Distance

244.4 mi

393 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 20m ★

6 AM

4h 33m

8 AM

5h 0m

10 AM

4h 43m

12 PM

4h 40m

3 PM

4h 44m

5 PM

4h 59m

8 PM

4h 25m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Pleasant Prairie, WI

Tom Fisk

Trip Overview

Spanning 244.4 miles across Wisconsin, this trip connects Holmen to Pleasant Prairie in approximately 4 hours and 33 minutes. Because the route is straightforward and entirely within the Midwest, it is perfectly suited for a single-day journey. You should budget roughly $37 for fuel to complete the trip, which leans heavily on major thoroughfares. Given the duration, you won't need an overnight stay, making this a practical choice for a direct commute or a quick weekend getaway. With 97% of the drive on highways, you can expect a very consistent pace from start to finish. If you prefer to minimize travel time, this efficient route is your best option.

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

122.2 miles from Holmen, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 13m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a highway-focused drive that prioritizes speed and efficiency over winding backroads. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-90, I-94, and the North-South Freeway, keeping the experience consistent throughout the transition from western to southeastern Wisconsin. The most significant segment occurs early on, featuring a 132.5-mile stretch on I-90 that allows for steady, uninterrupted cruising. Because 97% of the journey is highway-based, the drive feels like a standard interstate haul rather than a technical or scenic tour. Expect a predictable experience behind the wheel as you navigate these major arteries across the state.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 132.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 94. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 140.4 miles in near I 94.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 244.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 140.4 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 204.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 205.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

140.4 mi into trip | ~2h 33m 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 none / straight / slight right lanes. Exit 138A Toward I 94: Milwaukee

204.6 mi into trip | ~3h 42m in

Take the exit toward I 41, I 894, US 45: Chicago, Fond du Lac

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 305A-B Toward I 41, I 894, US 45: Chicago, Fond du Lac

205.2 mi into trip | ~3h 44m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 41 South, I 894 East, US 41 South, US 45 South: Chicago

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 41 South, I 894 East, US 41 South, US...

214.3 mi into trip | ~3h 57m in | I 41; US 41

Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41 toward I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes. Exit 10B Toward I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago

241.9 mi into trip | ~4h 27m in

Take the exit toward WI 50: Kenosha, Lake Geneva

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 344 Toward WI 50: Kenosha, Lake Geneva

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Holmen, WI to Pleasant Prairie, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Fond Du Lac along the way.

Fond Du Lac

204.6 mi in | ~3h 42m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 90	132.5 mi	2h 22m
I 94	64.2 mi	1h 9m
North-South Freeway	26.3 mi	29m
US 53	5.5 mi	6m
Airport Freeway	4.3 mi	5m
Zoo Freeway	4 mi	5m
I 41	1.3 mi	1m
104th Avenue	1 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 90 — 132.5 mi, about 2h 22m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Holmen, WI and Pleasant Prairie, WI.

Start on CTH D

70 ft · 6 sec · County Highway D

Turn left onto CTH DH

0.5 mi · 53 sec · South Main Street

Enter roundabout onto CTH DH

72 ft · 1 sec · West Gaarder Road

Continue on CTH DH

0.2 mi · 23 sec · West Gaarder Road

Turn left onto CTH HD; WI 35 BUS

0.9 mi · 1 min · Holmen Drive

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 51 sec

Merge onto US 53

5.5 mi · 6 min · US 53

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 55 sec

Merge onto I 90

133 mi · 2 hr 22 min · I 90

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 94

64 mi · 1 hr 9 min · I 94

Exit 138A Toward I 94: Milwaukee Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 305A-B Toward I 41, I 894, US 45: Chicago, Fond du Lac Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 38 sec

Toward I 41 South, I 894 East, US 41 South, US 45 South: Chicago Use the slight left lane.

Continue on this road

0.3 mi · 30 sec · this road

Exit 305A Toward I 41 South, I 894 East, US 41 South, US 45 South: Chicago

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Toward I 41, I 894, US 45 South: Chicago

Merge onto I 41; I 894; US 41; US 45

4.0 mi · 5 min · Zoo Freeway

Use the none lane.

Merge onto I 41; I 43; I 894; US 41

4.3 mi · 5 min · Airport Freeway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41

1.3 mi · 1 min · I 41; US 41

Exit 10B Toward I 41 South, I 94 South: Chicago Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 41; I 94; US 41

26 mi · 29 min · North-South Freeway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 25 sec

Exit 344 Toward WI 50: Kenosha, Lake Geneva Use the slight right lane.

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 31 sec · this road

Toward I 41 South, I 94 East Use the straight / left lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

187 ft · 6 sec

Toward WI 50 East, I 94 East: Kenosha

Turn left onto WI 50

1.0 mi · 1 min · 75th Street

Use the left / straight lanes.

Turn right onto 104th Avenue

1.0 mi · 2 min · 104th Avenue

Arrive at destination

104th Avenue

Trip Plan

Planning for just one designated stop is a smart way to break up the 4-hour and 33-minute drive comfortably. Since you are covering 244.4 miles, aiming to leave early in the morning can help you bypass potential congestion as you approach the more populated regions near your destination. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during that longest 132.5-mile stretch on I-90 to ensure you don't run low between service areas. Because the route is so heavily reliant on major interstates, check local traffic reports before you depart to account for any unexpected highway delays. Flexibility is your greatest asset here, so feel free to adjust your single stop based on your energy levels rather than a rigid schedule.

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 122.2 miles from Holmen, WI, or about 2h 13m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 132.5 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 80 miles or 1h 28m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 122.2 miles or 2h 13m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 38m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pleasant Prairie, WI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Holmen, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 244.4 miles and 4h 33m.

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.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 132.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 122.2 mi from Holmen, WI · 2h 13m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Rockford, IL

122 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

Rockford, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Rockford, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 122.2 miles from Holmen, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 132.5 miles.

Arriving in Pleasant Prairie, WI

The final approach into Pleasant Prairie, 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 Pleasant Prairie, 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

$37.12 one way

$74.24 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 86 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$40.92	$81.85
premium	$4.80	$46.14	$92.28
diesel	$5.64	$54.30	$108.59

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 85.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	73.3	0	$25.66	$11.73
Efficient EV	61.1	0	$21.38	$9.78
EV Truck/SUV	97.8	1	$34.22	$15.64

Gas CO2

86 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Holmen, WI

Afternoon in Holmen on Sunday

Local time

3:06 PM

CDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Pleasant Prairie, WI

Afternoon in Pleasant Prairie on Sunday

Local time

3:06 PM

CDT

Current temp

47°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

2 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

4h 33m 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 Holmen, WI to Pleasant Prairie, WI covers 244.4 miles and takes about 4h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 90, I 94, North-South Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 122.2 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 $37.12 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.

On the drive from Holmen, WI to Pleasant Prairie, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Fond Du Lac along the way.

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