Origin
Menomonee Falls, WI
Night in Menomonee Falls on Tuesday
Local time
9:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Menomonee Falls, WI to Tichigan, WI
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
47m
Distance
34 mi
55 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
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6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 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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Tichigan, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Menomonee Falls, WI to Tichigan, WI covers 34 miles and takes about 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 41, US 45, Big Bend Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.2 miles on I 41. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.32 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
17 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 47m highway drive covering 34 miles, with most of the trip on I 41 and US 45. The longest continuous stretch is about 16.2 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 13 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 16.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and US 45. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 47m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.2 miles (I 41; US 41; US 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles (US 45): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.8 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 41 South, US 45 South
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 41 South, US 45 South
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 straight / slight right lanes.
8
17.4 mi into trip
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~24m in
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US 45
Take the exit onto US 45 toward I 43 South, US 45 South: Beloit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 4
Toward I 43 South, US 45 South: Beloit
8
27.7 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward WI 164: Big Bend, Waukesha
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 50
Toward WI 164: Big Bend, Waukesha
4
34 mi into trip
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~46m in
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North Lake Drive
Turn left onto North Lake Drive
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Menomonee Falls, WI to Tichigan, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Waukesha along the way.
Waukesha
27.7 mi in
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~36m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 41 | 16.2 mi | 21m |
| US 45 | 10.2 mi | 11m |
| Big Bend Drive | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| State Highway 164 | 1 mi | 1m |
| Clark Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Pilgrim Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Lake Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 16.2 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Menomonee Falls, WI and Tichigan, WI.
1
Start on WI 175
21 ft
·
4 sec
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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
16 mi
·
21 min
·
I 41; US 41; US 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit onto US 45
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US 45
Exit 4
Toward I 43 South, US 45 South: Beloit
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 50
Toward WI 164: Big Bend, Waukesha
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn straight onto WI 164
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Big Bend Drive
9
Continue on WI 164
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Clark Street
10
Continue on WI 164
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Big Bend Drive
11
Continue on WI 164
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 164
12
Turn left onto North Lake Drive
136 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Lake Drive
13
Arrive at destination
North Lake Drive
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 17 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, or about 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.2 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 34 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tichigan, 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 34 miles and 47m.
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 16.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17 mi from Menomonee Falls, WI · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tichigan, WI
The final approach into Tichigan, 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 Tichigan, 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
$5.32 one way
$10.63 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.84 | $11.67 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.54 | $13.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.51 | $15.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.57 | $1.63 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.97 | $1.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.76 | $2.18 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Tichigan, WI
Night in Tichigan on Tuesday
Local time
9:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
43°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
2 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
47m 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 Tichigan, WI covers 34 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 41, US 45, Big Bend Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17 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 $5.32 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 is a straightforward 47m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.2 miles (I 41; US 41; US 45): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles (US 45): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Menomonee Falls, WI to Tichigan, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Waukesha along the way.
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