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Trip from Menomonee Falls, WI to Gillett, WI

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 54m

Distance

136.2 mi

219 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
2h 44m ★
6 AM
2h 55m
8 AM
3h 17m
10 AM
3h 2m
12 PM
3h 0m
3 PM
3h 4m
5 PM
3h 16m
8 PM
2h 48m

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

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village in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States

Menomonee Falls, WI

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Downtown Gillett, WI, WI

Gillett, WI

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Trip Overview

The drive from Menomonee Falls, WI to Gillett, WI covers 136.2 miles and takes about 2h 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 41, State Highway 47, State Highway 22 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 86.7 miles on I 41. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.29 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

68.1 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 41 86.7 mi 1h 33m
State Highway 47 20.6 mi 30m
State Highway 22 10.2 mi 16m
County Road A 5.9 mi 10m
State Highway 117 4.7 mi 8m
North Lynndale Drive 3.1 mi 5m
South Main Street 1.1 mi 1m
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 Gillett, 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

0.3 mi · 44 sec · 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
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 · 2 sec · 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

1.1 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
16

Continue on WI 47

17 mi · 25 min · State Highway 47
17

Continue on WI 117

0.8 mi · 2 min · South Cecil Street
18

Continue on WI 117

4.7 mi · 8 min · State Highway 117
19

Turn right onto WI 22

10 mi · 16 min · State Highway 22
20

Continue on WI 22

0.6 mi · 58 sec · West Main Street
21

Turn sharp right onto South Mackenzie Street

43 ft · 2 sec · South Mackenzie Street
22

Arrive at destination

South Mackenzie Street

Trip Plan

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 68.1 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, or about 1h 15m 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 30 miles or 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 68.1 miles or 1h 15m 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 14m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gillett, 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 136.2 miles and 2h 54m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 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 41 for about 86.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Menasha, WI, WI

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Menasha, WI

68 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

Fond du Lac, WI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Neenah, WI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 68.1 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.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Tempest Coffee Collective

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 87.6

Appleton, Wisconsin

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+19209392153

Visit website

Magnolia Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 97.3

Appleton, Wisconsin

Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm

+19204540052

The Breaking Point LLC

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 87.6

Appleton, Wisconsin

Hours: 4–9 pm

+19202053780

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 136.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
1 mi into trip | ~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...
8
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
8
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
6
88.3 mi into trip | ~1h 37m in

Keep slight right at fork toward CTH 00

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward CTH 00
5
136.2 mi into trip | ~2h 54m in | South Mackenzie Street

Turn sharp right onto South Mackenzie Street

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$21.29 one way

$42.59 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 48 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $23.38 $46.76
premium $4.89 $26.21 $52.42
diesel $5.61 $30.07 $60.14

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$21

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 47.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 40.9 0 $14.30 $6.54
Efficient EV 34.1 0 $11.92 $5.45
EV Truck/SUV 54.5 0 $19.07 $8.72

Gas CO2

48 kg

EV CO2

16 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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Menomonee Falls, WI

Afternoon in Menomonee Falls on Saturday

Local time

2:39 PM

CDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Gillett, WI

Afternoon in Gillett on Saturday

Local time

2:39 PM

CDT

Current temp

66°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 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 54m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a 2h 54m highway drive covering 136.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 41 and State Highway 47. The longest continuous stretch is about 86.7 miles on I 41.

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?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and State Highway 47. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.

Driving Effort 5/10

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 136.2 miles you will encounter 12 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 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.

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 Gillett, 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

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 54m. Total distance: 136.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Menomonee Falls, WI to Gillett, WI covers 136.2 miles and takes about 2h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 41, State Highway 47, State Highway 22. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 68.1 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 $21.29 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 136.2 miles you will encounter 12 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 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.

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

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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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