Trip from Menomonee Falls, WI to Green Bay, WI

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

2h 14m

Distance

118.8 mi

191 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min

4 AM

2h 5m ★

6 AM

2h 15m

8 AM

2h 34m

10 AM

2h 21m

12 PM

2h 20m

3 PM

2h 22m

5 PM

2h 33m

8 PM

2h 9m

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

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Menomonee Falls to Green Bay, you are looking at a straightforward 118.8-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 14 minutes. Because this is a compact drive within the Midwest, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. Budget approximately $18 for fuel to cover the distance, which is primarily highway-focused. Since the route is efficient and direct, it serves as a reliable connection between these two Wisconsin points. Whether you are heading up for a weekend getaway or a quick visit, the predictability of this drive makes it an easy addition to your travel calendar.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

59.4 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 14m. Total distance: 118.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile.

Drive Character

Expect a very consistent experience on this route, as 94% of the trip is conducted on major highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-41, which accounts for a significant 111.4-mile stretch of your total travel. While the drive shifts slightly onto North and South Ashland Avenue as you arrive in Green Bay, the overall character remains that of a high-speed, interstate-focused commute. You won't find many technical curves or slow-moving backroads here; instead, it is a steady, predictable pace that favors efficiency. It is the type of drive where you can settle into a rhythm quickly and maintain it until you reach your final destination.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Menomonee Falls, WI to Green Bay, WI is easy. At 2h 14m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Menomonee Falls, WI to Green Bay, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Main Street	—	—
Pilgrim Road	—	—
I 41 North	—	—
US 41 North	—	—
Ashland Avenue	—	—
South Ashland Avenue	—	—
North Ashland Avenue	—	—
West Walnut Street	—	—

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: Main Street — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Menomonee Falls, WI and Green Bay, WI.

1

Start on Appleton Avenue

23 ft · 5 sec · Appleton Avenue

2

Turn left onto Main Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · Main Street

3

Turn left onto Pilgrim Road

0.3 mi · 44 sec · Pilgrim Road

4

Take the ramp slight left toward I 41 North, US 41 North, US 45 North: Appleton, West Bend

0.4 mi · 52 sec · I 41 North, US 41 North, US 45 North: Appleton, West Bend

5

Merge slight left

7.2 mi · 7 min

6

Keep slight left to continue on US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton

104 mi · 1 hr 52 min · US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton

7

Take the exit slight right toward Ashland Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · Ashland Avenue

8

Continue on South Ashland Avenue

0.1 mi · 14 sec · South Ashland Avenue

9

Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Ashland Avenue

125 ft · 3 sec · North Ashland Avenue

10

Exit the roundabout onto North Ashland Avenue

3.2 mi · 5 min · North Ashland Avenue

11

Continue on South Ashland Avenue

1.7 mi · 3 min · South Ashland Avenue

12

Turn right onto West Walnut Street

0.2 mi · 25 sec · West Walnut Street

13

Turn left onto North Broadway

0.2 mi · 39 sec · North Broadway

14

Turn right onto Dousman Street

49 ft · 2 sec · Dousman Street

15

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip without any mandatory stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to leave whenever it suits you best. You can easily complete the entire 118.8-mile stretch in one go, but keep in mind that the heavy reliance on I-41 means you should stay alert for typical interstate traffic patterns. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch spans over 111 miles, make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you depart Menomonee Falls to avoid unnecessary detours. If you want to make the most of your day, try to time your departure to avoid peak commuting hours on the highway. Having the ability to drive the full distance without forced breaks is a major advantage for keeping your travel time close to the 2-hour and 14-minute mark.

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 59.4 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, or about 1h 7m into the drive.

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 26 miles or 29m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 59.4 miles or 1h 7m 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 50m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Menomonee Falls, 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 Menomonee Falls, WI

This is one driving day of about 118.8 miles and 2h 14m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 59.4 mi from Menomonee Falls, WI · 1h 7m into the drive

civil town in Winnebago County, Wisconsin

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Black Wolf, WI

59 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

Addison, WI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Black Wolf, WI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 59.4 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Green Bay, WI

The final approach into Green Bay, 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 Green Bay, 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

$18.57 one way

$37.15 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 42 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$20.39	$40.78
premium	$4.89	$22.86	$45.72
diesel	$5.61	$26.23	$52.46

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 41.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	35.6	$12.47	$5.70
Efficient EV	29.7	$10.40	$4.75
EV Truck/SUV	47.5	$16.63	$7.60

Gas CO2

42 kg

EV CO2

14 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Menomonee Falls, WI

Morning in Menomonee Falls on Thursday

Local time

11:55 AM

CDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Green Bay, WI

Morning in Green Bay on Thursday

Local time

11:55 AM

CDT

Current temp

44°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

18 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

2h 14m 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 Menomonee Falls, WI to Green Bay, WI covers 118.8 miles and takes about 2h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Main Street, Pilgrim Road, I 41 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 59.4 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.57 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 Menomonee Falls, WI to Green Bay, WI is easy. At 2h 14m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Menomonee Falls, WI to Green Bay, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Menomonee Falls, WI to Green Bay, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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