Origin
Neenah, WI
Night in Neenah on Wednesday
Local time
11:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Neenah, WI to Metz, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
43m
Distance
28.4 mi
46 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Neenah, WI
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Metz, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
This 28.4-mile drive from Neenah to Metz, Wisconsin, is a short hop perfect for a single day trip, taking approximately 43 minutes. You'll primarily be on US Highway 10, with segments of County Road AH and State Highway 110. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $4, this route offers a straightforward journey through the Midwest. Since it's a brief drive with no designated stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your timing. It's a convenient option if you're looking for a quick connection within Wisconsin.
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
14.2 miles from Neenah, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for this trip, with 68% of the journey taking place on main roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 18 miles along US Highway 10, offering a consistent pace. This route is characterized by its efficient, direct travel, rather than winding scenic byways. You'll find yourself on a mix of established highways designed for steady progress, making for a predictable drive.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 18 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 10 and County Road AH. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WI 114 / South Commercial Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 28.4 miles you will encounter 15 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 (WI 114 / South Commercial Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (Jacobsen Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3.5 miles (CTH CB / County Road CB): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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WI 114 / South Commercial Street
Turn right onto WI 114 / South Commercial Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.7 mi into trip
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~5m in
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Jacobsen Road
Enter roundabout onto Jacobsen Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
3.5 mi into trip
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~7m in
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CTH CB / County Road CB
Turn right onto CTH CB / County Road CB
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
3.9 mi into trip
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~8m in
Turn left toward US 10 West: Stevens_Point, Fremont
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 10 West: Stevens_Point, Fremont
5
4.2 mi into trip
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~9m in
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US 10 / US Highway 10
Merge onto US 10 / US Highway 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Neenah, WI and Metz, WI, road signs point toward Fremont and Cth Ii: Fremont.
Fremont
3.9 mi in
|
~8m
Cth Ii: Fremont
22.3 mi in
|
~29m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 10 | 18 mi | 20m |
| County Road AH | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| State Highway 110 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Lake Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Tustin Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| County Road HH | 1 mi | 2m |
| Jacobsen Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 10
— 18 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Neenah, WI and Metz, WI.
1
Start on West Doty Avenue
99 ft
·
6 sec
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West Doty Avenue
2
Turn right onto WI 114
303 ft
·
9 sec
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South Commercial Street
3
Turn right onto West Columbian Avenue
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
West Columbian Avenue
4
Continue on Smith Street
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Smith Street
5
Turn straight onto Torrey Street
259 ft
·
5 sec
·
Torrey Street
6
At end of road, turn left onto Main Street
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Main Street
7
Turn right onto North Lake Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Lake Street
8
Turn straight onto CTH PP
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
County Highway PP
9
Continue on CTH PP
391 ft
·
9 sec
·
County Road PP
10
Continue on Jacobsen Road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Jacobsen Road
11
Enter roundabout onto Jacobsen Road
118 ft
·
6 sec
·
Jacobsen Road
12
Continue on Jacobsen Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Jacobsen Road
13
Turn right onto CTH CB
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
County Road CB
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward US 10 West: Stevens_Point, Fremont
Use the left lane.
15
Merge onto US 10
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US Highway 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
US Highway 10
Toward US 10 West: Stevens Point
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward WI 96, WI 110, CTH II: Fremont
18
Turn right onto WI 96; WI 110
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
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State Highway 110
19
At end of road, turn left onto WI 96
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 110
20
Turn left onto Tustin Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Tustin Road
21
Turn right onto CTH AH
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
County Road AH
22
Continue on CTH AH
2.0 mi
·
4 min
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County Road AH
23
Turn right onto CTH HH
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road HH
24
Arrive at destination
CTH HH
Trip Plan
Given the short 43-minute duration and 28.4-mile distance, you have the luxury of leaving whenever suits your schedule. There are no specific stops recommended on this route, so you can easily pack snacks or plan your meal before departing Neenah or upon arrival in Metz. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is low at $4, but it's always wise to start with a full tank for any trip. This route is straightforward, so focus on enjoying the direct path without needing to overthink stop planning.
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 14.2 miles from Neenah, WI, or about 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18 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 28 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.2 miles or 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Metz, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Neenah, WI.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Neenah, WI
This is one driving day of about 28.4 miles and 43m.
At 28.4 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 10 for about 18 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.2 mi from Neenah, WI · 20m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.2 miles from Neenah, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Metz, WI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Metz, 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
$4.44 one way
$8.88 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.87 | $9.75 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.47 | $10.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.27 | $12.54 |
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: 9.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.98 | $1.36 |
| Efficient EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.98 | $1.82 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Metz, WI
Night in Metz on Wednesday
Local time
11:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°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
6 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
43m 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 Neenah, WI to Metz, WI covers 28.4 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 10, County Road AH, State Highway 110. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.2 miles from Neenah, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.44 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 28.4 miles you will encounter 15 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 (WI 114 / South Commercial Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (Jacobsen Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3.5 miles (CTH CB / County Road CB): Lane positioning matters here.
Between Neenah, WI and Metz, WI, road signs point toward Fremont and Cth Ii: Fremont.
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