Origin
Holt, WI
Late night in Holt on Thursday
Local time
4:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Holt, WI to McMillan, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
51 mi
82 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
McMillan, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Holt, WI to McMillan, WI covers 51 miles and takes about 1h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 153, County Road E, County Road I for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 40.8 miles on State Highway 153. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.97 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 51 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 24m highway drive covering 51 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 153 and County Road E. The longest continuous stretch is about 40.8 miles on State Highway 153.
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.
State Highway 153 is the longest continuous segment at about 40.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 153 and County Road E. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 3.6 miles in near WI 153 / State Highway 153.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Holt, WI to McMillan, WI is easy. At 1h 24m with 81% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.6 miles (WI 153 / State Highway 153): Navigation decision point; at 22.8 miles (WI 153 / Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 23.5 miles (WI 153 / 4th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.6 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
WI 153 / State Highway 153
At end of road, turn left onto WI 153 / State Highway 153
Navigation decision point
5
22.8 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
WI 153 / Main Street
Enter roundabout onto WI 153 / Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
23.5 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
WI 153 / 4th Street
Turn left onto WI 153 / 4th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
46.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
CTH E / County Road E
Turn left onto CTH E / County Road E
Navigation decision point
4
51 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
Turtle Ridge Road
Turn right onto Turtle Ridge Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 153 | 40.8 mi | 1h 2m |
| County Road E | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| County Road I | 3.6 mi | 8m |
| Western Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 4th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Old Highway 51 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Turtle Ridge Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 153
— 40.8 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Holt, WI and McMillan, WI.
1
Start on CTH I
3.6 mi
·
8 min
·
County Road I
2
At end of road, turn left onto WI 153
7.0 mi
·
11 min
·
State Highway 153
3
Continue on WI 153
12 mi
·
17 min
·
State Highway 153
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn right onto WI 153
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Old Highway 51
5
Enter roundabout onto WI 153
243 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street
6
Continue on WI 153
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
7
Turn left onto WI 153
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Street
Use the left lane.
8
Turn straight onto WI 153
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Western Avenue
9
Continue on WI 153
22 mi
·
33 min
·
State Highway 153
10
Turn left onto CTH E
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
County Road E
11
Turn right onto Turtle Ridge Road
53 ft
·
2 sec
·
Turtle Ridge Road
12
Arrive at destination
Turtle Ridge Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.5 mi from Holt, WI · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.5 miles from Holt, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in McMillan, WI
The final approach into McMillan, 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
$7.97 one way
$15.95 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.75 | $17.51 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.81 | $19.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.26 | $22.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.35 | $2.45 |
| Efficient EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.46 | $2.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.14 | $3.26 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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
McMillan, WI
Late night in McMillan on Thursday
Local time
4:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
15 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 24m 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 Holt, WI to McMillan, WI covers 51 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 153, County Road E, County Road I. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.5 miles from Holt, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.97 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 Holt, WI to McMillan, WI is easy. At 1h 24m with 81% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.6 miles (WI 153 / State Highway 153): Navigation decision point; at 22.8 miles (WI 153 / Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 23.5 miles (WI 153 / 4th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Holt, WI to McMillan, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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