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Trip from Menomonee Falls, WI to Star Prairie, WI

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

Drive Time

5h 54m

Distance

312.8 mi

503 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$49

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
5h 42m ★
6 AM
5h 55m
8 AM
6h 21m
10 AM
6h 4m
12 PM
6h 1m
3 PM
6h 5m
5 PM
6h 19m
8 PM
5h 47m

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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village in St. Croix County, Wisconsin

Star Prairie, WI

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Trip Overview

The drive from Menomonee Falls, WI to Star Prairie, WI covers 312.8 miles and takes about 5h 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 94, I 90, East-West Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 159.2 miles on I 94. At current regular gas prices, budget about $48.90 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

156.4 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 57m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 94 159.2 mi 2h 50m
I 90 63.5 mi 1h 8m
East-West Freeway 54.8 mi 58m
County Highway T 12.8 mi 19m
State Highway 64 4.7 mi 6m
Redford Boulevard 4.4 mi 6m
State Highway 65 4.2 mi 5m
Main Street 3.6 mi 8m
Longest stretch: I 94 — 159.2 mi, about 2h 50m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Menomonee Falls, WI and Star Prairie, WI.

1

Start on WI 175

21 ft · 7 sec · Appleton Avenue
2

Turn right onto Main Street

2.1 mi · 5 min · Main Street
3

Continue on CTH F

2.5 mi · 4 min · West Main Street
4

Enter roundabout onto CTH F; CTH V

127 ft · 7 sec · Town Line Road
5

Continue on CTH F; CTH V

0.4 mi · 50 sec · Town Line Road
6

Turn right onto CTH F

1.3 mi · 2 min · Main Street
7

Turn left onto CTH F

1.5 mi · 2 min · Waukesha Avenue
8

Continue on CTH F

4.4 mi · 6 min · Redford Boulevard
9

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 43 sec
10

Merge onto I 94; WI 164

1.3 mi · 1 min · East-West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork onto I 94

54 mi · 57 min · East-West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight right at fork onto I 94

29 mi · 31 min · I 94
Exit 240 Toward I 39 North, I 90 West, I 94 West: Wisconsin Dells, Eau Claire Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; I 94

63 mi · 1 hr 8 min · I 90; I 94
Use the straight lane.
14

Keep slight right at fork onto I 94

130 mi · 2 hr 19 min · I 94
Toward I 94 West: Eau Claire, Saint Paul Use the straight lane.
15

Take the exit onto Exit 16

0.3 mi · 37 sec · Exit 16
Exit 16 Toward CTH T: Hammond
16

Enter roundabout onto CTH T

15 ft · 0 sec · County Highway T
Toward Hammond
17

Continue on CTH T

2.7 mi · 5 min · County Highway T
Toward Hammond
18

Continue on US 12; CTH T

0.6 mi · 47 sec · US-12
19

Turn right onto CTH T

10 mi · 13 min · County Highway T
20

Turn left onto WI 64

4.7 mi · 6 min · State Highway 64
21

Turn right onto WI 65

4.2 mi · 5 min · State Highway 65
22

Turn right onto Main Street

0.2 mi · 20 sec · Main Street
23

Turn right onto CTH M

79 ft · 1 sec · Bridge Avenue
24

Arrive at destination

CTH M

Trip Plan

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 156.4 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, or about 2h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 159.2 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 69 miles or 1h 23m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 156.4 miles or 2h 57m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 44m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Star Prairie, 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 312.8 miles and 5h 54m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 69 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 94 for about 159.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Adams County, Wisconsin

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Adams, WI

156 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

Harlem, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 69 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Adams, WI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 156.4 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 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 159.2 miles.

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 13.8 and 290.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
13.8 mi into trip | ~24m in | I 94 / East-West Freeway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 94 / East-West Freeway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
67.3 mi into trip | ~1h 21m in | I 94

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 240 Toward I 39 North, I 90 West, I 94 West: Wiscon...
6
96.4 mi into trip | ~1h 53m in | I 90; I 94

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; I 94

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
8
159.9 mi into trip | ~3h 1m in | I 94

Keep slight right at fork onto I 94 toward I 94 West: Eau Claire, Saint Paul

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight lane. Toward I 94 West: Eau Claire, Saint Paul
6
290.3 mi into trip | ~5h 21m in | CTH T / County Highway T

Enter roundabout onto CTH T / County Highway T toward Hammond

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Toward Hammond

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$48.90 one way

$97.81 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 109 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $53.69 $107.39
premium $4.89 $60.20 $120.39
diesel $5.61 $69.06 $138.12

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$49

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$74–$99

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 109.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 93.8 1 $32.84 $15.01
Efficient EV 78.2 0 $27.37 $12.51
EV Truck/SUV 125.1 1 $43.79 $20.02

Gas CO2

109 kg

EV CO2

37 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 18, 2026

Origin

Menomonee Falls, WI

Afternoon in Menomonee Falls on Saturday

Local time

2:42 PM

CDT

Current temp

49°F

Partly Sunny

W 15 to 20 mph 4% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 18 at 6:43AM CDT until April 20 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 18 at 6:40AM CDT until April 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI

Destination

Star Prairie, WI

Afternoon in Star Prairie on Saturday

Local time

2:42 PM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

64°F

Adams, WI

156 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 warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

5h 54m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Ice Age National Scenic Trail

Ice Age National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

The Ice Age National Scenic Trail spans 1,200 miles, traverses some of Wisconsin's finest geologic and glacial features, and passes through the ancestral lands of 15 Tribes. The Trail is built, manage...

25 mi from route ~64 min detour Free near mile 129.4
Caution: General Advisory — Flooding Possible
Caution: Averill–Kelly Creek Wilderness Segment — Dangerous Ford at New Wood River
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a 5h 54m highway drive covering 312.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 94 and I 90. The longest continuous stretch is about 159.2 miles on I 94.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 94 is the longest continuous segment at about 159.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and I 90. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 13.8 miles in near I 94 / East-West Freeway.

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 312.8 miles you will encounter 13 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 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; at 96.4 miles (I 90; I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

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 Star Prairie, WI, road signs point toward Eau Claire, Saint Paul, Cth T: Hammond and Hammond.

Eau Claire

67.3 mi in | ~1h 21m | via I 94

Saint Paul

159.9 mi in | ~3h 1m | via I 94

Cth T: Hammond

290 mi in | ~5h 20m | via Exit 16

Hammond

290.3 mi in | ~5h 21m | via CTH T

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 54m. Total distance: 312.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Menomonee Falls, WI to Star Prairie, WI covers 312.8 miles and takes about 5h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 94, I 90, East-West 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 156.4 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 $48.90 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 312.8 miles you will encounter 13 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 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; at 96.4 miles (I 90; I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Between Menomonee Falls, WI and Star Prairie, WI, road signs point toward Eau Claire, Saint Paul, Cth T: Hammond and Hammond.

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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