Origin
Metz, WI
Night in Metz on Wednesday
Local time
11:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Metz, WI to Black Wolf, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
59m
Distance
39.5 mi
64 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Metz, WI
Tom Fisk
Black Wolf, WI
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Trip Overview
This 39.5-mile drive from Metz to Black Wolf in Wisconsin is a quick trip, easily completed in about 59 minutes. It's a straightforward, highway-focused route that makes for a perfect day trip, with no need to split it over multiple days. You'll primarily be on US 45 and US Highway 10, with a significant portion on I-41, making up 74% of the journey. The estimated fuel cost for this 1-day adventure is around $6, making it an economical option for exploring the Midwest region. Expect a practical and efficient drive, ideal for those who want to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
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
19.8 miles from Metz, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route offers a highway-focused driving experience, with 74% of the journey utilizing major roadways like US 45, US Highway 10, and I-41. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 12.3 miles on US 45, providing a steady pace. While not overly complex, the drive's character is defined by its efficient, often faster-paced sections on these main thoroughfares. The road generally maintains a consistent feel, prioritizing direct travel over winding, scenic byways, which suits those looking for a predictable and smooth ride.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 45 is the longest continuous segment at about 12.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 45 and US Highway 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in near CTH AH / County Road AH.
Route Complexity
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 39.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 59m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles (CTH AH / County Road AH): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (CTH H): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (WI 110; CTH H / State Highway 110): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.1 mi into trip
|
~7m in
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CTH AH / County Road AH
At end of road, turn right onto CTH AH / County Road AH
Navigation decision point
5
3.3 mi into trip
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~8m in
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CTH H
Turn left onto CTH H
Navigation decision point
5
4.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
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WI 110; CTH H / State Highway 110
At end of road, turn right onto WI 110; CTH H / State Highway 110
Navigation decision point
8
14.8 mi into trip
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~24m in
|
US 45
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45 toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 276
Toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
8
35 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward WI 26, CTH N: Rosendale
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 113
Toward WI 26, CTH N: Rosendale
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Metz, WI and Black Wolf, WI, road signs point toward Us_10_East: Appleton and Cth N: Rosendale.
Us_10_East: Appleton
5.9 mi in
|
~13m
Cth N: Rosendale
35 mi in
|
~46m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 45 | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| US Highway 10 | 8.5 mi | 9m |
| I 41 | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| County Road AH | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| County Road N | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| State Highway 110 | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Tustin Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| County Road HH | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 45
— 12.3 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Metz, WI and Black Wolf, WI.
1
Start on CTH HH
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road HH
2
Turn left onto CTH AH
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road AH
3
At end of road, turn right onto CTH AH
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
County Road AH
4
Turn left onto CTH H
189 ft
·
5 sec
·
CTH H
5
Continue on Tustin Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Tustin Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto WI 110; CTH H
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 110
7
Continue on WI 96; WI 110
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
State Highway 110
8
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward US_10_East: Appleton
9
Merge onto US 10
8.5 mi
·
9 min
·
US Highway 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 45
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US 45
Exit 276
Toward US 45 South: Oshkosh
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 41 South: Milwaukee
12
Merge onto I 41; US 41
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 41; US 41
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 113
Toward WI 26, CTH N: Rosendale
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn left onto WI 26; CTH N
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
State Highway 26
15
Continue on CTH N
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road N
16
Turn right onto CTH I
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road I
17
Turn left onto Nekimi Avenue
1.0 mi
·
3 min
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Nekimi Avenue
18
Turn left onto Country Club Road
207 ft
·
9 sec
·
Country Club Road
19
Arrive at destination
Country Club Road
Trip Plan
Given its short 39.5-mile length and 59-minute duration, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. You can easily depart at your leisure, perhaps mid-morning after a relaxed breakfast. Since there are no designated stops mentioned, consider factoring in a brief pause for fuel or a quick break around the halfway point, especially if you plan to stretch your legs. The estimated fuel cost is a manageable $6, so keeping your tank topped up is simple. A good tip is to check traffic conditions on I-41 before you leave, as even short highway stretches can experience delays during peak times.
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 19.8 miles from Metz, WI, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.3 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 39.5 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.8 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Black Wolf, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Metz, WI.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Metz, WI
This is one driving day of about 39.5 miles and 59m.
At 39.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on US 45 for about 12.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.8 mi from Metz, WI · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.8 miles from Metz, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Black Wolf, WI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Black Wolf, 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
$6.18 one way
$12.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.78 | $13.56 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.60 | $15.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.72 | $17.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.15 | $1.90 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.46 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.53 | $2.53 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Black Wolf, WI
Night in Black Wolf on Wednesday
Local time
11:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°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
14 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
59m 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 Metz, WI to Black Wolf, WI covers 39.5 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 45, US Highway 10, I 41. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.8 miles from Metz, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.18 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 short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 39.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 59m.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles (CTH AH / County Road AH): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (CTH H): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (WI 110; CTH H / State Highway 110): Navigation decision point.
Between Metz, WI and Black Wolf, WI, road signs point toward Us_10_East: Appleton and Cth N: Rosendale.
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