The drive from Lac du Flambeau, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI covers 248.7 miles and takes about 4h 58m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Oneida Street, I 41, US 10 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 71.1 miles on Oneida Street.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $38.88 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
124.3 miles from Lac du Flambeau, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 36m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 58m. Total distance: 248.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 58m highway drive covering 248.7 miles, with most of the trip on Oneida Street and I 41. The longest continuous stretch is about 71.1 miles on Oneida Street.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Oneida Street is the longest continuous segment at about 71.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Oneida Street and I 41. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 85 miles in near I 39; US 51.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 248.7 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 85 miles (I 39; US 51): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 114.9 miles (US 10; WI 66): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 115.2 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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85 mi into trip|~1h 52m in|I 39; US 51
Keep slight left at fork onto I 39; US 51 toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Stevens Point, Madison
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Stevens Point,...
6
114.9 mi into trip|~2h 24m in|US 10; WI 66
Take the exit onto US 10; WI 66 toward US 10 East, WI 66 West: Stevens Point, Waupaca, Appleton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 158
Toward US 10 East, WI 66 West: Stevens Point, W...
8
115.2 mi into trip|~2h 25m in|US 10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10 toward US 10 East: Appleton, Waupaca
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 10 East: Appleton, Waupaca
8
166.1 mi into trip|~3h 26m in|US 45
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45 toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 276
Toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
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247.1 mi into trip|~4h 54m 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lac du Flambeau, WI and Menomonee Falls, WI, road signs point toward Madison, Waupaca and Appleton.
Madison
85 mi in|~1h 52m|via I 39; US 51
Waupaca
114.9 mi in|~2h 24m|via US 10; WI 66
Appleton
114.9 mi in|~2h 24m|via US 10; WI 66
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Oneida Street
71.1 mi
1h 29m
I 41
67.4 mi
1h 12m
US 10
51.3 mi
1h 1m
I 39
29.8 mi
32m
US 45
12.3 mi
14m
State Highway 47
10.8 mi
16m
Elm Street
1.8 mi
4m
Appleton Avenue
0.8 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Oneida Street
— 71.1 mi, about 1h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lac du Flambeau, WI and Menomonee Falls, WI.
1
Start on Simpson Avenue
38 ft·2 sec·Simpson Avenue
2
Turn right onto CTH D
0.3 mi·38 sec·Waswagon Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto WI 47; CTH D
0.6 mi·50 sec·Old Abe Road
4
Continue on WI 47
11 mi·16 min·State Highway 47
5
Continue on WI 47
0.4 mi·41 sec·1st Avenue
6
Turn right onto US 51; WI 70
1.8 mi·4 min·Elm Street
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on US 51
71 mi·1 hr 29 min·Oneida Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 39; US 51
22 mi·24 min·I 39; US 51
Toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Stevens Point, Madison
9
Continue on I 39; US 10; US 51
7.4 mi·7 min·I 39; US 10; US 51
10
Take the exit onto US 10; WI 66
0.4 mi·57 sec·US 10; WI 66
Exit 158Toward US 10 East, WI 66 West: Stevens Point, Waupaca, Appleton
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10
51 mi·1 hr·US 10
Toward US 10 East: Appleton, WaupacaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
12 mi·14 min·US 45
Exit 276Toward US 45 South: OshkoshUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
1.1 mi·1 min
Toward I 41 South: Milwaukee
14
Merge onto I 41; US 41
67 mi·1 hr 12 min·I 41; US 41
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 52Toward CTH Q: County Line RoadUse the slight right lane.
16
Turn right onto CTH Q
0.1 mi·18 sec·County Line Road
17
Turn slight left
386 ft·19 sec
18
Turn left onto River Crest Drive
0.4 mi·1 min·River Crest Drive
19
Turn left onto WI 175
0.8 mi·2 min·Appleton Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
WI 175
Trip Plan
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 124.3 miles from Lac du Flambeau, WI, or about 2h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.1 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 55 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 124.3 miles or 2h 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Menomonee Falls, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lac du Flambeau, 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 Lac du Flambeau, WI
This is one driving day of about 248.7 miles and 4h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Lac du Flambeau, 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 Oneida Street for about 71.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 124.3 mi from Lac du Flambeau, WI
· 2h 36m into the drive
The midpoint is around 124.3 miles from Lac du Flambeau, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before Oneida Street if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71.1 miles.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Menomonee Falls, WI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.88 one way
$77.76 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg87 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$42.69
$85.38
premium
$4.89
$47.86
$95.72
diesel
$5.61
$54.91
$109.82
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
74.6
0
$26.11
$11.94
Efficient EV
62.2
0
$21.76
$9.95
EV Truck/SUV
99.5
1
$34.82
$15.92
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% 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 as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Lac du Flambeau, WI
Evening
in Lac du Flambeau on Thursday
Local time
7:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Menomonee Falls, WI
Evening
in Menomonee Falls on Thursday
Local time
7:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°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
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
4h 58m 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 Lac du Flambeau, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI covers 248.7 miles and takes about 4h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Oneida Street, I 41, US 10. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 124.3 miles from Lac du Flambeau, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $38.88 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 248.7 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 85 miles (I 39; US 51): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 114.9 miles (US 10; WI 66): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 115.2 miles (US 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Lac du Flambeau, WI and Menomonee Falls, WI, road signs point toward Madison, Waupaca and Appleton.
