Origin
Menomonee Falls, WI
Late night in Menomonee Falls on Friday
Local time
4:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Menomonee Falls, WI to Poynette, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 53m
Distance
83.6 mi
134 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 46m
★
6 AM
1h 54m
8 AM
2h 10m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 58m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 10m
8 PM
1h 49m
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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Poynette, WI
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 83.6-mile journey from Menomonee Falls, WI, to Poynette, WI, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 53 minutes to complete. The route is heavily focused on highway driving, with 91% of the travel occurring on interstates and state highways, making for a relatively quick transit through the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $13, this drive is an economical option for a quick getaway. You'll spend most of your time on State Highway 33 and I-41, offering a consistent travel experience without significant breaks needed for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.8 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 83.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive on this route, with 91% of your travel time spent on faster roads like State Highway 33, I-41, and State Highway 60. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 21.2 miles on State Highway 33, offering a good period of consistent cruising. While the profile is largely highway, the transition between these roads should feel smooth, allowing for efficient progress towards your destination. This drive prioritizes getting you there effectively rather than offering a winding, scenic exploration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 33 is the longest continuous segment at about 21.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 33 and I 41. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 83.6 miles you will encounter 17 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 21.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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
21.6 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward WI 33, CTH W: Allenton, West Bend
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 72
Toward WI 33, CTH W: Allenton, West Bend
4
28 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
WI 33 / State Highway 33
Enter roundabout onto WI 33 / State Highway 33
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
61.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward WI 16, WI 60: Columbus, Portage
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 118
Toward WI 16, WI 60: Columbus, Portage
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 Poynette, WI, road signs point toward Appleton, Cth W: Allenton, Bend and Portage.
Appleton
8.6 mi in
|
~11m
|
via I 41; US 41
Cth W: Allenton
21.6 mi in
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~25m
Bend
21.6 mi in
|
~25m
Portage
61.1 mi in
|
~1h 19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 33 | 21.2 mi | 30m |
| I 41 | 20.2 mi | 21m |
| State Highway 60 | 15 mi | 22m |
| US 151 | 13.4 mi | 15m |
| US Highway 51 | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| US HIghway 51 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Lake Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 33
— 21.2 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Menomonee Falls, WI and Poynette, 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
13 mi
·
13 min
·
I 41; US 41
Toward US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
Use the slight left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 72
Toward WI 33, CTH W: Allenton, West Bend
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left onto WI 33; CTH W
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
9
Continue on WI 33
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 33
10
Enter roundabout onto WI 33
119 ft
·
2 sec
·
State Highway 33
11
Continue on WI 33
8.4 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 33
12
Continue on Lake Street
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Street
13
Turn left onto WI 33
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Vine Street
14
Continue on WI 33
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Barstow Street
15
Continue on WI 33
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Main Street
16
Turn right onto Washington Street
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
Washington Street
17
Continue on WI 33
8.0 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 33
18
Continue on WI 33
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Park Avenue
19
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
20
Merge onto US 151
13 mi
·
15 min
·
US 151
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 118
Toward WI 16, WI 60: Columbus, Portage
22
Keep slight right at fork
238 ft
·
5 sec
23
Turn straight onto WI 16; WI 60
321 ft
·
6 sec
·
James Street
24
Turn slight left
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
25
Turn left onto WI 60
15 mi
·
22 min
·
State Highway 60
26
Enter roundabout onto US 51; WI 60
104 ft
·
1 sec
·
US HIghway 51
27
Continue on US 51; WI 60
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US HIghway 51
28
Continue on US 51
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
US Highway 51
29
Turn left onto East Seward Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Seward Street
30
Turn left onto CTH Q; CTH CS
510 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Main Street
31
Arrive at destination
CTH Q; CTH CS
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just under two hours, this trip offers excellent flexibility; you can depart whenever suits you best. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan for a brief fuel or rest break if needed, perhaps around the halfway point. The estimated fuel cost of $13 suggests you won't need to worry too much about budgeting for gas. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between State Highway 33 and I-41 to ensure a seamless continuation of your journey without unnecessary detours.
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 41.8 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.2 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 18 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.8 miles or 55m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Poynette, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Menomonee Falls, WI
This is one driving day of about 83.6 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 33 for about 21.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.8 mi from Menomonee Falls, WI · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.8 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Poynette, WI
The final approach into Poynette, WI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.07 one way
$26.14 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.35 | $28.70 |
| premium | $4.89 | $16.09 | $32.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.46 | $36.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.78 | $4.01 |
| Efficient EV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.31 | $3.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.70 | $5.35 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Poynette, WI
Late night in Poynette on Friday
Local time
4:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Juneau, WI
42 mi in
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
15 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
1h 53m 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 Poynette, WI covers 83.6 miles and takes about 1h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 33, I 41, State Highway 60. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.8 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 $13.07 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 83.6 miles you will encounter 17 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 21.6 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 Poynette, WI, road signs point toward Appleton, Cth W: Allenton, Bend and Portage.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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