Origin
Menomonee Falls, WI
Evening in Menomonee Falls on Sunday
Local time
6:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Menomonee Falls, WI to Angelica, WI
Drive Time
2h 27m
Distance
121.2 mi
195 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 18m
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6 AM
2h 28m
8 AM
2h 48m
10 AM
2h 35m
12 PM
2h 33m
3 PM
2h 36m
5 PM
2h 47m
8 PM
2h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Menomonee Falls, WI
Tom Fisk
Angelica, WI
Anete Lusina
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Menomonee Falls to Angelica, you can expect a straightforward 121.2-mile journey through Wisconsin. With a drive time of approximately 2 hours and 27 minutes, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via I-41, State Highway 55, and County Road A, making for a consistent and efficient travel experience. Budgeting about $18 for fuel covers the trip comfortably. Since both the origin and destination are located within the Midwest, the transition between these two points feels familiar and cohesive. It is a practical, no-fuss drive that allows you to reach your destination quickly without the need for an overnight stay.
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
60.6 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 88% of your time spent on major routes. You will settle into a steady rhythm early on, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 86.7 miles along I-41. While the interstate portion allows for efficient travel, the character of the drive shifts as you transition onto State Highway 55 and County Road A for the final leg. You should anticipate a mix of high-speed interstate cruising followed by the more localized feel of state and county roadways. It is a functional drive that trades variety for speed, keeping you focused on the road while you traverse this Wisconsin corridor.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 86.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and State Highway 55. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 121.2 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.4 miles (I 41; US 41; US 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles (I 41; US 41): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 41 North, US 41 North, US 45 North: Appleton, West Bend
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 41 North, US 41 North, US 45 North: Ap...
5
1.4 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 41; US 41; US 45
Merge onto I 41; US 41; US 45
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
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
8
88 mi into trip
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~1h 36m in
Take the exit toward CTH 00, WIS 15: New London
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 139
Toward CTH 00, WIS 15: New London
6
88.3 mi into trip
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~1h 37m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CTH 00
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward CTH 00
Towns Along This Route
Between Menomonee Falls, WI and Angelica, WI, road signs point toward Appleton, Cth 00 and Wis 15: New London.
Appleton
8.6 mi in
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~11m
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via I 41; US 41
Cth 00
88 mi in
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~1h 36m
Wis 15: New London
88 mi in
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~1h 36m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 41 | 86.7 mi | 1h 33m |
| State Highway 55 | 10.2 mi | 13m |
| County Road A | 5.9 mi | 10m |
| State Highway 54 | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| State Highway 47 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| North Lynndale Drive | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| South Main Street | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| West Northland Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 86.7 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Menomonee Falls, WI and Angelica, WI.
1
Start on WI 175
21 ft
·
4 sec
·
Appleton Avenue
2
Turn left onto Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Main Street
3
Turn left onto Pilgrim Road
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
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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
Use the none lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41
79 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
·
I 41; US 41
Toward US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
Use the slight left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 139
Toward CTH 00, WIS 15: New London
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
233 ft
·
7 sec
Toward CTH 00
9
Turn straight onto CTH OO
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Northland Avenue
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto CTH A
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Lynndale Drive
Use the left lane.
11
Enter roundabout onto CTH A
117 ft
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2 sec
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North Lynndale Drive
12
Continue on CTH A
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Lynndale Drive
13
Continue on CTH A
5.9 mi
·
10 min
·
County Road A
14
At end of road, turn left onto WI 47; CTH A
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 47
15
Continue on WI 47
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
16
Turn right onto WI 54
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
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East State Street
17
Continue on WI 54
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 54
18
Turn left onto WI 54
192 ft
·
8 sec
·
State Highway 54
19
At end of road, turn straight onto WI 55
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
20
Continue on State Highway 55
10 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 55
21
Turn left onto CTH C; CTH S
444 ft
·
12 sec
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County Road S
22
Arrive at destination
CTH C; CTH S
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to ensure your 2-hour and 27-minute transit remains predictable and free of congestion. Since you won't need to plan for any mandatory stops, you can easily complete the entire 121.2-mile distance in one go. If you are budget-conscious, keep that $18 fuel estimate in mind when planning your total travel costs for the day. A helpful tip for this specific route is to prepare for the transition from the heavy traffic of I-41 to the slower, more cautious speeds required when you turn onto County Road A to reach Angelica.
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 60.6 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.7 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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.6 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Angelica, 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 121.2 miles and 2h 27m.
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 86.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60.6 mi from Menomonee Falls, WI · 1h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 60.6 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 86.7 miles.
Arriving in Angelica, WI
The final approach into Angelica, 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 Angelica, 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
$18.41 one way
$36.82 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $20.29 | $40.59 |
| premium | $4.80 | $22.88 | $45.76 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.93 | $53.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.4 | 0 | $12.73 | $5.82 |
| Efficient EV | 30.3 | 0 | $10.61 | $4.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.5 | 0 | $16.97 | $7.76 |
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.
Destination
Angelica, WI
Evening in Angelica on Sunday
Local time
6:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
42°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
1 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 27m 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 Angelica, WI covers 121.2 miles and takes about 2h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 41, State Highway 55, County Road A. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 60.6 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 $18.41 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 121.2 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.4 miles (I 41; US 41; US 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles (I 41; US 41): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Menomonee Falls, WI and Angelica, WI, road signs point toward Appleton, Cth 00 and Wis 15: New London.
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