Origin
Menomonee Falls, WI
Evening in Menomonee Falls on Tuesday
Local time
8:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Menomonee Falls, WI to Allouez, WI
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
2h 13m
Distance
118.5 mi
191 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 4m
★
6 AM
2h 13m
8 AM
2h 32m
10 AM
2h 20m
12 PM
2h 18m
3 PM
2h 21m
5 PM
2h 31m
8 PM
2h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Allouez, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Menomonee Falls, WI to Allouez, WI covers 118.5 miles and takes about 2h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 41, WI 172, South Webster Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 112.1 miles on I 41. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.53 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
59.3 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 13m highway drive covering 118.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 41 and WI 172. The longest continuous stretch is about 112.1 miles on I 41.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 41 is the longest continuous segment at about 112.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and WI 172. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.6 miles in near I 41; US 41.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 118.5 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 8.6 miles (I 41; US 41): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 113.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 113.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
8.6 mi into trip
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~11m in
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I 41; US 41
Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41 toward US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
5
113.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward WI 172: Austin Straubel Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 164B; 164A
Toward WI 172: Austin Straubel Airport
6
113.7 mi into trip
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~2h 4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward WI 172: Austin Straubel Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 164B
Toward WI 172: Austin Straubel Airport
6
114.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WI 172: Austin Straubel Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 164B
Toward WI 172: Austin Straubel Airport
6
114.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WI 172 East: East State Highway 172
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward WI 172 East: East State Highway 172
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Menomonee Falls, WI to Allouez, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Appleton along the way.
Appleton
8.6 mi in
|
~11m
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via I 41; US 41
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 41 | 112.1 mi | 2h |
| WI 172 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| South Webster Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Allouez Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Pilgrim Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| CTH O | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Appleton Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 112.1 mi, about 2h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Menomonee Falls, WI and Allouez, WI.
1
Start on WI 175
21 ft
·
4 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
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 41 North, US 41 North, US 45 North: Appleton, West Bend
5
Merge onto I 41; US 41; US 45
7.2 mi
·
7 min
·
I 41; US 41; US 45
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41
105 mi
·
1 hr 52 min
·
I 41; US 41
Toward US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
Use the slight left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 164B; 164A
Toward WI 172: Austin Straubel Airport
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 164B
Toward WI 172: Austin Straubel Airport
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 164B
Toward WI 172: Austin Straubel Airport
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
Toward WI 172 East: East State Highway 172
11
Merge onto WI 172
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
WI 172
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Toward CTH X, WI 57: Webster Avenue, Riverside Drive
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
14
Turn left onto South Webster Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Webster Avenue
15
Turn right onto CTH O
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Allouez Avenue
16
Enter roundabout onto CTH O
158 ft
·
4 sec
·
CTH O
17
Arrive at destination
CTH O
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 59.3 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 112.1 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 80 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.3 miles or 1h 5m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Allouez, 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.
+
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 118.5 miles and 2h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Menomonee Falls, 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 I 41 for about 112.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.3 mi from Menomonee Falls, WI · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.3 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 41 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 112.1 miles.
Arriving in Allouez, WI
The final approach into Allouez, 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 Allouez, 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
$18.53 one way
$37.05 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.34 | $40.68 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.80 | $45.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.16 | $52.33 |
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: 41.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.6 | 0 | $12.44 | $5.69 |
| Efficient EV | 29.6 | 0 | $10.37 | $4.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.4 | 0 | $16.59 | $7.58 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% 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
Allouez, WI
Evening in Allouez on Tuesday
Local time
8:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
45°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
4 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
2h 13m 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 Allouez, WI covers 118.5 miles and takes about 2h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 41, WI 172, South Webster Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59.3 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 $18.53 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 is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 118.5 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 8.6 miles (I 41; US 41): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 113.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 113.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Menomonee Falls, WI to Allouez, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Appleton along the way.
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