Origin
Menomonee Falls, WI
Evening in Menomonee Falls on Sunday
Local time
6:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Menomonee Falls, WI to Butler, WI
Drive Time
12m
Distance
8 mi
13 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
★
6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 15m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 13m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 12m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Menomonee Falls, WI
Tom Fisk
Butler, WI
Anete Lusina
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transit within Wisconsin, the 8-mile journey from Menomonee Falls to Butler is a straightforward, efficient trip. Expect to spend just 12 minutes on the road, making this an ideal candidate for a half-day excursion or a simple commute. You will primarily utilize I-41, Main Street, and West Hampton Avenue to navigate between these two Midwest locations. With a minimal fuel budget of just $1, this route is exceptionally economical for travelers. Since the entire trip takes less than a quarter of an hour, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated planning. It is a practical, no-fuss drive that gets you from point A to point B without any scheduled stops.
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
4 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 74% of your travel occurring on high-speed thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-41, which features a longest uninterrupted stretch of 5.9 miles. Once you transition off the interstate, the character of the drive shifts as you navigate the local surface streets of Main Street and West Hampton Avenue. You should prepare for a quick transition from the steady pace of the highway to the more controlled environment of town roads. Overall, the experience is functional and direct, providing a consistent driving feel that prioritizes speed and efficiency over winding scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 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 5.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and Main Street. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near I 41; US 41; US 45.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 8 miles you will encounter 9 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 1.2 miles (I 41; US 41; US 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.2 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.
7
7.1 mi into trip
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~10m in
Take the exit toward CTH EE: Hampton Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 45
Toward CTH EE: Hampton Avenue
9
7.3 mi into trip
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~10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Hampton Avenue West, Butler
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Hampton Avenue West, Butler
6
7.7 mi into trip
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~11m in
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North 124th Street
Turn right onto North 124th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
7.8 mi into trip
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~12m in
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West Stark Street
Turn left onto West Stark Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Menomonee Falls, WI to Butler, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Hampton Avenue West along the way.
Hampton Avenue West
7.3 mi in
|
~10m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 41 | 5.9 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Hampton Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Stark Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Pilgrim Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North 124th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Appleton Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 5.9 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Menomonee Falls, WI and Butler, 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
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Pilgrim Road
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 41 South, US 45 South
5
Merge onto I 41; US 41; US 45
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
I 41; US 41; US 45
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 45
Toward CTH EE: Hampton Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
189 ft
·
4 sec
Toward Hampton Avenue West, Butler
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto CTH EE
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
West Hampton Avenue
9
Turn right onto North 124th Street
386 ft
·
16 sec
·
North 124th Street
Use the right lane.
10
Turn left onto West Stark Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Stark Street
11
Arrive at destination
West Stark Street
Trip Plan
Because this drive is so brief, you have total flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a wise strategy. You will not need to plan for mid-trip rest breaks or refueling stops given the short 8-mile distance and low cost. Focus your attention on the transition points where you exit I-41 to merge onto the local streets of Butler. Since the entire duration is only 12 minutes, keep your gear packed and accessible rather than stored in the trunk to ensure a quick arrival. Treat this as a simple point-to-point transit where the main advantage is the ability to maintain a steady, uninterrupted flow for the majority of your time behind the wheel.
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 4 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.9 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 8 miles or 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4 miles or 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 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Butler, 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 8 miles and 12m.
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 5.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4 mi from Menomonee Falls, WI · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Butler, WI
The final approach into Butler, 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 Butler, 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
$1.22 one way
$2.43 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $1.34 | $2.68 |
| premium | $4.80 | $1.51 | $3.02 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.78 | $3.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.84 | $0.38 |
| Efficient EV | 2 | 0 | $0.70 | $0.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.12 | $0.51 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Butler, WI
Evening in Butler on Sunday
Local time
6:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°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
28 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
12m 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 Butler, WI covers 8 miles and takes about 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 41, Main Street, West Hampton 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 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 $1.22 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 8 miles you will encounter 9 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 1.2 miles (I 41; US 41; US 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Menomonee Falls, WI to Butler, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Hampton Avenue West along the way.
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