Origin
Mequon, WI
Morning in Mequon on Saturday
Local time
6:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mequon, WI to Chippewa Falls, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 56m
Distance
260.2 mi
419 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 43m
★
6 AM
4h 56m
8 AM
5h 23m
10 AM
5h 6m
12 PM
5h 3m
3 PM
5h 7m
5 PM
5h 22m
8 PM
4h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mequon, WI
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Chippewa Falls, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Mequon, WI to Chippewa Falls, WI covers 260.2 miles and takes about 4h 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Swan Road, West County Line Road, North 107th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $40.68 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
130.1 miles from Mequon, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 28m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 56m. Total distance: 260.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 56m drive with frequent turns across 260.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Swan Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 56m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Mequon, WI to Chippewa Falls, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Swan Road | — | — |
| West County Line Road | — | — |
| North 107th Street | — | — |
| West Brown Deer Road | — | — |
| North 124th Street | — | — |
| I 41 South | — | — |
| Zoo Freeway | — | — |
| I 94 West | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Swan Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mequon, WI and Chippewa Falls, WI.
1
Start on the route
0.1 mi
·
44 sec
·
the route
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto North Swan Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
North Swan Road
3
Turn right onto West County Line Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West County Line Road
4
Turn left onto North 107th Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North 107th Street
5
Turn right onto West Brown Deer Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Brown Deer Road
6
Turn left onto North 124th Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North 124th Street
7
Take the ramp left toward I 41 South, US 45
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
I 41 South, US 45
8
Merge slight left onto Zoo Freeway
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Zoo Freeway
9
Take the exit slight right toward WI 190, I 94 West Alternate: Capitol Drive
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
WI 190, I 94 West Alternate: Capitol Drive
10
Keep slight right to continue on WI 190 East
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
WI 190 East
11
Turn straight onto West Capitol Drive
7.1 mi
·
10 min
·
West Capitol Drive
12
Turn slight right
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
13
Keep slight left
207 ft
·
10 sec
14
Turn left onto Redford Boulevard
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Redford Boulevard
15
Take the ramp slight right
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
16
Merge slight left onto East-West Freeway
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East-West Freeway
17
Keep slight left to continue on East-West Freeway
54 mi
·
57 min
·
East-West Freeway
18
Keep slight right to continue on I 39 North, I 90 West, I 94 West: Wisconsin Dells, Eau Claire
29 mi
·
31 min
·
I 39 North, I 90 West, I 94 West: Wisconsin Dells, Eau Claire
19
Keep slight left
63 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
20
Keep slight right to continue on I 94 West: Eau Claire, Saint Paul
76 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
I 94 West: Eau Claire, Saint Paul
21
Take the exit slight right toward US 53: Eau Claire, Superior
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 53: Eau Claire, Superior
22
Keep slight right to continue on US 53 North: Eau Claire, Superior
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 53 North: Eau Claire, Superior
23
Merge slight left
12 mi
·
13 min
24
Take the exit slight right toward CTH X, US 29 Business, US 53 Alternate: Chippewa Falls
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
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CTH X, US 29 Business, US 53 Alternate: Chippewa Falls
25
Turn straight onto West River Street
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
West River Street
26
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward North Bridge Street
180 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Bridge Street
27
Exit the roundabout onto North Bridge Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
North Bridge Street
28
Arrive at your destination
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 130.1 miles from Mequon, WI, or about 2h 28m into the drive.
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 57 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 130.1 miles or 2h 28m 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 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chippewa Falls, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Mequon, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Mequon, WI
This is one driving day of about 260.2 miles and 4h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 miles from Mequon, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 130.1 mi from Mequon, WI · 2h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
130 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 57 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 130.1 miles from Mequon, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chippewa Falls, WI
The final approach into Chippewa Falls, 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 Chippewa Falls, 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
$40.68 one way
$81.36 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
91 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $44.66 | $89.33 |
| premium | $4.89 | $50.07 | $100.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $57.45 | $114.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 91 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 78.1 | 0 | $27.32 | $12.49 |
| Efficient EV | 65.1 | 0 | $22.77 | $10.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 104.1 | 1 | $36.43 | $16.65 |
Gas CO2
91 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Chippewa Falls, WI
Morning in Chippewa Falls on Saturday
Local time
6:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
42°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
26 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
4h 56m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Mequon, WI to Chippewa Falls, WI covers 260.2 miles and takes about 4h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Swan Road, West County Line Road, North 107th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 130.1 miles from Mequon, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $40.68 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 is a straightforward 4h 56m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Mequon, WI to Chippewa Falls, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Mequon, WI to Chippewa Falls, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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