Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 59m
Distance
208.4 mi
335 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Menomonee Falls, WI
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Brice Prairie, WI
Tom Fisk
The drive from Menomonee Falls, WI to Brice Prairie, WI covers 208.4 miles and takes about 3h 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 90, East-West Freeway, I 94 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 104 miles on I 90. At current regular gas prices, budget about $32.58 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
104.2 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 59m. Total distance: 208.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 3h 59m highway drive covering 208.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 90 and East-West Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 104 miles on I 90.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
347 ft
Total Descent
542 ft
Highest Point
983 ft
~163.7 mi in
Elevation Range
319 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and East-West Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.5 miles in near I 94; WI 164 / East-West Freeway.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 208.4 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 12.5 miles (I 94; WI 164 / East-West Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.8 miles (I 94 / East-West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.3 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Merge onto I 94; WI 164 / East-West Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94 / East-West Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94 toward I 39 North, I 90 West, I 94 West: Wisconsin Dells, Eau Claire
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; I 94
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 toward I 90 West: Tomah, La Crosse
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Menomonee Falls, WI and Brice Prairie, WI, road signs point toward Eau Claire and La Crosse.
Eau Claire
La Crosse
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 104 mi | 1h 51m |
| East-West Freeway | 54.8 mi | 58m |
| I 94 | 29.1 mi | 31m |
| Redford Boulevard | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 3.4 mi | 7m |
| US 53 | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| West Main Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| County Road ZN | 1.9 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Menomonee Falls, WI and Brice Prairie, WI.
Start on WI 175
Turn right onto Main Street
Continue on CTH F
Enter roundabout onto CTH F; CTH V
Continue on CTH F; CTH V
Turn right onto CTH F
Turn left onto CTH F
Continue on CTH F
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 94; WI 164
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; I 94
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto US 53; WI 157
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto CTH OT
Continue on CTH OT
Turn left onto CTH ZN
At end of road, turn right onto CTH Z; CTH ZN
Continue on CTH ZN
Turn right onto CTH ZZ
Arrive at destination
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.
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 46 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 104.2 miles or 2h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brice Prairie, WI than in the middle of the route.
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 208.4 miles and 3h 59m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 104.2 mi from Menomonee Falls, WI · 2h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
104 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.
A short stop after about 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 104.2 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 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104 miles.
The final approach into Brice Prairie, 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 Brice Prairie, 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.
Regular Gas
$32.58 one way
$65.16 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $35.77 | $71.55 |
| premium | $4.89 | $40.10 | $80.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $46.01 | $92.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.5 | 0 | $21.88 | $10.00 |
| Efficient EV | 52.1 | 0 | $18.24 | $8.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 83.4 | 1 | $29.18 | $13.34 |
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Menomonee Falls on Thursday
Local time
10:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Morning in Brice Prairie on Thursday
Local time
10:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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