Trip from Menomonee Falls, WI to Bonduel, WI

Drive Time

2h 29m

Distance

120.9 mi

195 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min

4 AM

2h 19m ★

6 AM

2h 30m

8 AM

2h 50m

10 AM

2h 37m

12 PM

2h 35m

3 PM

2h 38m

5 PM

2h 49m

8 PM

2h 24m

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

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Menomonee Falls, WI

Tom Fisk

Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Menomonee Falls to Bonduel, expect a straightforward 120.9-mile journey across Wisconsin. The drive typically takes about 2 hours and 29 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $16 for fuel to cover the distance. Since the route is efficient and relatively short, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay unless your schedule demands a slower pace. You will remain within the Midwest throughout the entire trip, moving between two familiar Wisconsin communities. This route is designed for travelers who prioritize a direct, highway-focused path over scenic detours.

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

60.4 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip is heavily weighted toward high-speed travel, with 89% of the journey spent on highways. You will spend the bulk of your time on I 41, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 86.7 miles. Transitioning from the interstate onto State Highway 47 and County Road A provides a shift in the driving experience as you move away from the major arterial roads. Expect a transition from busier, multi-lane interstate traffic to the more localized feel of state and county highways. It is a practical, efficient drive that keeps you moving toward your destination without the complexity of constant navigational changes.

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.

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 47. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near I 41; US 41; US 45.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 120.9 miles you will encounter 13 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 1.4 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; at 88 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

1.4 mi into trip | ~3m in | 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.

8.6 mi into trip | ~11m in | 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

88 mi into trip | ~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

88.3 mi into trip | ~1h 37m in

Keep slight right at fork toward CTH 00

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward CTH 00

120.8 mi into trip | ~2h 29m in | Church Street

Turn left onto Church Street

Navigation decision point

Towns Along This Route

Between Menomonee Falls, WI and Bonduel, WI, road signs point toward Appleton, Cth 00 and Wis 15: New London.

Appleton

8.6 mi in | ~11m | via I 41; US 41

Cth 00

88 mi in | ~1h 36m

Wis 15: New London

88 mi in | ~1h 36m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 41	86.7 mi	1h 33m
State Highway 47	20.6 mi	30m
County Road A	5.9 mi	10m
North Lynndale Drive	3.1 mi	5m
South Main Street	1.1 mi	1m
West Northland Avenue	0.9 mi	1m
South Cecil Street	0.8 mi	2m
Main Street	0.7 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 Bonduel, WI.

Start on WI 175

21 ft · 4 sec · Appleton Avenue

Turn left onto Main Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · Main Street

Turn left onto Pilgrim Road

0.3 mi · 44 sec · Pilgrim Road

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 52 sec

Toward I 41 North, US 41 North, US 45 North: Appleton, West Bend

Merge onto I 41; US 41; US 45

7.2 mi · 7 min · I 41; US 41; US 45

Use the none lane.

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.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec

Exit 139 Toward CTH 00, WIS 15: New London Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

233 ft · 7 sec

Toward CTH 00

Turn straight onto CTH OO

0.9 mi · 1 min · West Northland Avenue

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto CTH A

2.0 mi · 3 min · North Lynndale Drive

Use the left lane.

Enter roundabout onto CTH A

117 ft · 2 sec · North Lynndale Drive

Continue on CTH A

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Lynndale Drive

Continue on CTH A

5.9 mi · 10 min · County Road A

At end of road, turn left onto WI 47; CTH A

3.5 mi · 4 min · State Highway 47

Continue on WI 47

1.1 mi · 1 min · South Main Street

Continue on WI 47

17 mi · 25 min · State Highway 47

Continue on WI 117

0.8 mi · 2 min · South Cecil Street

Turn right onto CTH BE

336 ft · 18 sec · East Green Bay Street

Turn left onto Church Street

294 ft · 12 sec · Church Street

Arrive at destination

Church Street

Trip Plan

Because this is a manageable 120.9-mile route, you have significant flexibility with your departure time. Aiming to leave outside of peak commuting hours will help ensure you maintain the estimated 2-hour and 29-minute travel time. Since the trip involves no mandatory stops, you can easily complete it in one go, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is wise given the $16 estimated cost. If you prefer a more relaxed pace, consider that the final segments on County Road A offer a quieter driving environment compared to the initial interstate leg. Always verify road conditions on I 41 before heading out to ensure your trip remains as efficient as planned.

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 60.4 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, or about 1h 6m 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 60.4 miles or 1h 6m 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 Bonduel, WI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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.

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 120.9 miles and 2h 29m.

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 60.4 mi from Menomonee Falls, WI · 1h 6m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Waukegan, IL

60 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

Waukegan, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Waukegan, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 60.4 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 41 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.7 miles.

Arriving in Bonduel, WI

The final approach into Bonduel, 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 Bonduel, 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

$18.36 one way

$36.73 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 42 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$20.24	$40.49
premium	$4.80	$22.82	$45.65
diesel	$5.64	$26.86	$53.72

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: 42.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	36.3	$12.69	$5.80
Efficient EV	30.2	$10.58	$4.84
EV Truck/SUV	48.4	$16.93	$7.74

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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Menomonee Falls, WI

Afternoon in Menomonee Falls on Sunday

Local time

4:16 PM

CDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bonduel, WI

Afternoon in Bonduel on Sunday

Local time

4:16 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 29m 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 Bonduel, WI covers 120.9 miles and takes about 2h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 41, State Highway 47, 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 60.4 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 $18.36 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.

Between Menomonee Falls, WI and Bonduel, WI, road signs point toward Appleton, Cth 00 and Wis 15: New London.

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