Origin
Menomonee Falls, WI
Evening in Menomonee Falls on Wednesday
Local time
6:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Menomonee Falls, WI to Town of Oconomowoc, WI
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
44m
Distance
25.7 mi
41 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 42m
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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Town of Oconomowoc, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
This straightforward 25.7-mile drive from Menomonee Falls to the Town of Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, is easily manageable in about 44 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily be on WI 16, with some time on Main Street and Lisbon Road. With a modest fuel cost estimate of $4, this route is quite economical for a short excursion within the Midwest. The mixed drive profile suggests a blend of road types, so don't expect a monotonous journey. Since it's a short distance, you have plenty of flexibility in planning your departure and arrival times.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
12.8 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this trip, with 36% of the journey on highways. The route features a longest stretch of 9.3 miles on WI 16, offering a chance for more consistent travel before transitioning to local roads. As you progress, the character of the drive will likely shift from more open highway to potentially more varied terrain and traffic patterns as you approach your destination. This blend means you'll experience different driving conditions, keeping the 44-minute journey engaging.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
WI 16 is the longest continuous segment at about 9.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Main Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 25.7 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: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.2 miles (WI 16): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
12.2 mi into trip
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~24m in
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WI 16
Merge onto WI 16
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
21.5 mi into trip
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~35m in
Take the exit toward CTH P North: Brown Street, Gifford Road
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 176
Toward CTH P North: Brown Street, Gifford Road
9
21.8 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CTH P North: Brown Street, Okauchee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward CTH P North: Brown Street, Okauchee
5
21.8 mi into trip
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~35m in
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CTH P / Brown Street
Turn right onto CTH P / Brown Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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 Town of Oconomowoc, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Okauchee along the way.
Okauchee
21.8 mi in
|
~35m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WI 16 | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| Main Street | 3.4 mi | 7m |
| Lisbon Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| West Main Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Brown Street | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Waukesha Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| McMahon Road | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| Ryan Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
WI 16
— 9.3 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Menomonee Falls, WI and Town of Oconomowoc, WI.
1
Start on WI 175
21 ft
·
7 sec
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Appleton Avenue
2
Turn right onto Main Street
2.1 mi
·
5 min
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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
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Waukesha Avenue
8
Turn right onto CTH K
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Lisbon Road
9
Turn left onto CTH JK
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Lynndale Road
10
Turn left onto CTH KF
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Ryan Road
11
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
12
Merge onto WI 16
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
WI 16
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 176
Toward CTH P North: Brown Street, Gifford Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork
111 ft
·
2 sec
Toward CTH P North: Brown Street, Okauchee
Use the right lane.
15
Turn right onto CTH P
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Brown Street
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn left onto CTH K
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
County Highway K
17
Turn right onto McMahon Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
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McMahon Road
18
Turn right onto Lake Side Heights Drive
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
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Lake Side Heights Drive
19
Arrive at destination
Lake Side Heights Drive
Trip Plan
Given the short 25.7-mile distance and 44-minute duration, you can depart at your leisure. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid any potential rush hour traffic in the Menomonee Falls area. With no designated stops, the flexibility of this short trip means you can easily pull over if you need a break or want to explore something unexpected. A specific tip for this route: keep an eye on your fuel gauge; while the estimated cost is only $4, it's always wise to start with a full tank, especially when the longest uninterrupted stretch is over 9 miles on WI 16.
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 12.8 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.3 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 25.7 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.8 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Town of Oconomowoc, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Menomonee Falls, WI.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Menomonee Falls, WI
This is one driving day of about 25.7 miles and 44m.
At 25.7 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on WI 16 for about 9.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.8 mi from Menomonee Falls, WI · 25m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 25.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.8 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Town of Oconomowoc, WI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Town of Oconomowoc, WI if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.02 one way
$8.04 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.41 | $8.82 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.95 | $9.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.67 | $11.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.70 | $1.23 |
| Efficient EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.25 | $1.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.60 | $1.64 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Town of Oconomowoc, WI
Evening in Town of Oconomowoc on Wednesday
Local time
6:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
9 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
44m 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 Town of Oconomowoc, WI covers 25.7 miles and takes about 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are WI 16, Main Street, Lisbon Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.8 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 $4.02 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 25.7 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: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.2 miles (WI 16): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.5 miles: 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 Town of Oconomowoc, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Okauchee along the way.
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