Origin
Menomonee Falls, WI
Evening in Menomonee Falls on Friday
Local time
5:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Menomonee Falls, WI to Forestville, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 51m
Distance
128.2 mi
206 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 41m
★
6 AM
2h 52m
8 AM
3h 14m
10 AM
2h 59m
12 PM
2h 57m
3 PM
3h 1m
5 PM
3h 13m
8 PM
2h 45m
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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Forestville, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Menomonee Falls to Forestville is 128.2 miles and takes about 2h 51m via I 43, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Wisconsin, moving from the Midwest region toward the state's Door Peninsula. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip, making it a convenient option for a single-day journey. You'll spend most of your time on major roadways, so expect a consistent pace for the majority of the drive. This route is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to reach your destination without a lot of navigational complexity.
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
64.1 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 51m. Total distance: 128.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 77% of the route utilizing major highways. You'll experience a consistent pace for much of the 128.2 miles, particularly during the longest stretch of 55.3 miles on I 43. The "North-South Freeway" designation suggests a well-maintained, multi-lane environment for a significant portion of your travel. While the profile is highway-focused, the transition to State Highway 42 will eventually introduce a slightly different road character as you approach your destination. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes efficiency and steady progress.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 43 is the longest continuous segment at about 55.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 43 and State Highway 42. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 76.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 128.2 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 76.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 79.1 miles (South 21st Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 80.5 miles (US 10 / Waldo Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
76.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
Take the exit toward US 151, WI 42 Business, LMCT: Manitowoc, Fond du Lac
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 149
Toward US 151, WI 42 Business, LMCT: Manitowoc,...
6
79.1 mi into trip
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~1h 36m in
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South 21st Street
Turn left onto South 21st Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
80.5 mi into trip
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~1h 39m in
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US 10 / Waldo Boulevard
Turn right onto US 10 / Waldo Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
87.1 mi into trip
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~1h 50m in
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WI 42 / 22nd Street
Turn right onto WI 42 / 22nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
87.5 mi into trip
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~1h 51m in
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WI 42 / Lincoln Avenue
Turn left onto WI 42 / Lincoln Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Menomonee Falls, WI and Forestville, WI, road signs point toward Lmct: Manitowoc and Fond Du Lac.
Lmct: Manitowoc
76.6 mi in
|
~1h 32m
Fond Du Lac
76.6 mi in
|
~1h 32m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 43 | 55.3 mi | 59m |
| State Highway 42 | 32.7 mi | 48m |
| North-South Freeway | 10.6 mi | 11m |
| West Brown Deer Road | 7.4 mi | 14m |
| Memorial Drive | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 3.7 mi | 7m |
| Calumet Avenue | 2 mi | 3m |
| Lincoln Avenue | 2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 43
— 55.3 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Menomonee Falls, WI and Forestville, WI.
1
Start on WI 175
21 ft
·
4 sec
·
Appleton Avenue
2
Turn left onto Main Street
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue on WI 100
7.4 mi
·
14 min
·
West Brown Deer Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 43 North, WI 32 North
5
Merge onto I 43
11 mi
·
11 min
·
North-South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 43; WI 57
55 mi
·
59 min
·
I 43; WI 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 149
Toward US 151, WI 42 Business, LMCT: Manitowoc, Fond du Lac
8
Keep slight right at fork
169 ft
·
4 sec
9
Turn straight onto WI 42
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Calumet Avenue
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on WI 42
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Washington Street
11
Turn left onto South 21st Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South 21st Street
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on Revere Drive
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Revere Drive
13
Continue on CTH Q
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
North 18th Street
14
Turn right onto US 10
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Waldo Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
15
Enter roundabout onto Memorial Drive
130 ft
·
7 sec
·
Memorial Drive
16
Continue on Memorial Drive
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Memorial Drive
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on WI 42
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street
18
Turn right onto WI 42
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
22nd Street
Use the right lane.
19
Turn left onto WI 42
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Lincoln Avenue
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on WI 42
19 mi
·
28 min
·
State Highway 42
21
Continue on WI 42
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Milwaukee Street
22
Continue on WI 42
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
23
Continue on WI 42
9.0 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 42
24
Continue on WI 42
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Street
25
Keep slight left at fork onto WI 42
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
4th Street
26
Turn left onto WI 42
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Water Street
27
Continue on WI 42
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 42
28
Continue on WI 42
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
South Forestville Avenue
29
Turn right onto CTH J
73 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Main Street
30
Arrive at destination
CTH J
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 51m duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, allowing for a flexible departure time. You'll want to keep an eye on your fuel, especially with the estimated $20 cost, and plan your stops accordingly, though only one major stop is typically needed for a drive of this length. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 55.3 miles on I 43, so consider taking a break just before or after this segment. Pay attention to the transition from I 43 to State Highway 42, as this marks a change in road type as you get closer to Forestville.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 64.1 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.3 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 28 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.1 miles or 1h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Forestville, 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 128.2 miles and 2h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 43 for about 55.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.1 mi from Menomonee Falls, WI · 1h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 64.1 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Forestville, WI
The final approach into Forestville, 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 Forestville, 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
$20.04 one way
$40.09 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.01 | $44.01 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.67 | $49.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.30 | $56.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.5 | 0 | $13.46 | $6.15 |
| Efficient EV | 32.1 | 0 | $11.22 | $5.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.3 | 0 | $17.95 | $8.20 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Forestville, WI
Evening in Forestville on Friday
Local time
5:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 51m 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 Forestville, WI covers 128.2 miles and takes about 2h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 43, State Highway 42, North-South Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.1 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 $20.04 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 128.2 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 76.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 79.1 miles (South 21st Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 80.5 miles (US 10 / Waldo Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Between Menomonee Falls, WI and Forestville, WI, road signs point toward Lmct: Manitowoc and Fond Du Lac.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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