Origin
Morgan, WI
Afternoon in Morgan on Friday
Local time
12:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morgan, WI to Eau Claire, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 47m
Distance
189.5 mi
305 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 35m
★
6 AM
3h 48m
8 AM
4h 13m
10 AM
3h 57m
12 PM
3h 54m
3 PM
3h 58m
5 PM
4h 12m
8 PM
3h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Morgan, WI
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Eau Claire, WI
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Trip Overview
Morgan to Eau Claire is 189.5 miles and takes about 3h 47m via WI 29, WI 55, and US 45, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Wisconsin, moving through the Midwest region. You'll find it's a straightforward drive, primarily on well-maintained highways, making it a practical choice for a single-day journey. With a total travel time under four hours, this route is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
94.8 miles from Morgan, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 47m. Total distance: 189.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is a highway-focused drive, with 96% of the journey taking place on major roads. You'll spend most of your time on WI 29, WI 55, and US 45, which are designed for efficient travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 90.1 miles on WI 29, so be prepared for sustained driving. While it's a predominantly highway experience, the road network ensures a consistent pace, allowing you to cover ground quickly and smoothly.
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.
WI 29 is the longest continuous segment at about 90.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WI 29 and WI 55. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near WI 32 / State Highway 32.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 189.5 miles you will encounter 11 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 3 miles (WI 32 / State Highway 32): Navigation decision point; at 11.5 miles (WI 160 / West Pulaski Street): Navigation decision point; at 90 miles (WI 29): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
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WI 32 / State Highway 32
Turn left onto WI 32 / State Highway 32
Navigation decision point
4
11.5 mi into trip
|
~18m in
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WI 160 / West Pulaski Street
Turn right onto WI 160 / West Pulaski Street
Navigation decision point
7
90 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
|
WI 29
Take the exit onto WI 29 toward WI 29 West: Abbotsford, Chippewa Falls
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.
Toward WI 29 West: Abbotsford, Chippewa Falls
4
180.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 33m in
Take the exit toward US 53 South: Eau Claire
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 53 South: Eau Claire
7
186.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 41m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right 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 Morgan, WI to Eau Claire, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Chippewa Falls along the way.
Chippewa Falls
90 mi in
|
~1h 50m
|
via WI 29
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WI 29 | 90.1 mi | 1h 43m |
| WI 55 | 44.8 mi | 52m |
| US 45 | 30.4 mi | 35m |
| State Highway 32 | 8.1 mi | 12m |
| US 53 | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| County Highway E | 3 mi | 5m |
| State Highway 160 | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Birch Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
WI 29
— 90.1 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morgan, WI and Eau Claire, WI.
1
Start on CTH E
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
County Highway E
2
Turn left onto WI 32
8.1 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 32
3
Continue on WI 32
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Saint Augustine Street
4
Turn right onto WI 160
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
West Pulaski Street
5
Continue on WI 160
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 160
6
Take the ramp onto WI 55
45 mi
·
52 min
·
WI 55
7
Continue on US 45; WI 29
30 mi
·
35 min
·
US 45; WI 29
8
Take the exit onto WI 29
90 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
·
WI 29
Toward WI 29 West: Abbotsford, Chippewa Falls
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward US 53 South: Eau Claire
10
Merge onto US 53
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
US 53
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward River Prairie Drive
12
Keep slight right at fork
207 ft
·
6 sec
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn straight onto River Prairie Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
River Prairie Drive
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on Birch Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Birch Street
15
Continue on Germania Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Germania Street
16
Continue on East Madison Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Madison Street
17
Turn left onto North Farwell Street
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
North Farwell Street
18
Turn right onto East Grand Avenue
35 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Grand Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
East Grand Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this drive is only about 3 hours and 47 minutes, it's perfectly suited for a single day. Consider departing in the morning to give yourself ample time for any unexpected delays or spontaneous stops along the way. The route has one recommended stop, likely for refueling or a brief break, but with a fuel cost estimated at $30, you might not need to stop for gas more than once. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 90.1-mile stretch on WI 29, to ensure a smooth trip to Eau Claire.
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 94.8 miles from Morgan, WI, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.1 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 42 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 94.8 miles or 1h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eau Claire, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Morgan, 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 Morgan, WI
This is one driving day of about 189.5 miles and 3h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Morgan, 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 WI 29 for about 90.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 94.8 mi from Morgan, WI · 1h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
95 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 94.8 miles from Morgan, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before WI 29 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 90.1 miles.
Arriving in Eau Claire, WI
The final approach into Eau Claire, 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 Eau Claire, 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
$29.63 one way
$59.25 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
66 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $32.53 | $65.06 |
| premium | $4.89 | $36.47 | $72.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.84 | $83.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 56.9 | 0 | $19.90 | $9.10 |
| Efficient EV | 47.4 | 0 | $16.58 | $7.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 75.8 | 0 | $26.53 | $12.13 |
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Eau Claire, WI
Afternoon in Eau Claire on Friday
Local time
12:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Athens, WI
95 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
24 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
3h 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 Morgan, WI to Eau Claire, WI covers 189.5 miles and takes about 3h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are WI 29, WI 55, US 45. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 94.8 miles from Morgan, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.63 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 189.5 miles you will encounter 11 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 3 miles (WI 32 / State Highway 32): Navigation decision point; at 11.5 miles (WI 160 / West Pulaski Street): Navigation decision point; at 90 miles (WI 29): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Morgan, WI to Eau Claire, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Chippewa Falls along the way.
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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