Origin
New Holstein, WI
Afternoon in New Holstein on Thursday
Local time
1:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Holstein, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 35m
Distance
68.9 mi
111 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 28m
★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Holstein, WI
Matthis Volquardsen
Menomonee Falls, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from New Holstein, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI covers 68.9 miles and takes about 1h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 45, State Highway 57, State Highway 28 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 22.3 miles on US 45. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.77 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.4 miles from New Holstein, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 35m. Total distance: 68.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 35m highway drive covering 68.9 miles, with most of the trip on US 45 and State Highway 57. The longest continuous stretch is about 22.3 miles on US 45.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 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 22.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 45 and State Highway 57. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WI 32; WI 57 / Milwaukee Drive.
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 68.9 miles you will encounter 10 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 32; WI 57 / Milwaukee Drive): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3.7 miles (WI 32; WI 57 / Fremont Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles (WI 32; WI 57 / South 1st Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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WI 32; WI 57 / Milwaukee Drive
Turn sharp left onto WI 32; WI 57 / Milwaukee Drive
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
3.7 mi into trip
|
~5m in
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WI 32; WI 57 / Fremont Street
At end of road, turn left onto WI 32; WI 57 / Fremont Street
Navigation decision point
4
4.2 mi into trip
|
~6m in
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WI 32; WI 57 / South 1st Street
Turn right onto WI 32; WI 57 / South 1st Street
Navigation decision point
4
4.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
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WI 32; WI 57
Enter roundabout onto WI 32; WI 57
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
67.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward CTH Q: County Line Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 52
Toward CTH Q: County Line Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 45 | 22.3 mi | 24m |
| State Highway 57 | 14.9 mi | 22m |
| State Highway 28 | 12.4 mi | 17m |
| County Road H | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| WI 32 | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| State Highway 144 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Milwaukee Drive | 3 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 45
— 22.3 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Holstein, WI and Menomonee Falls, WI.
1
Start on CTH X
82 ft
·
9 sec
·
Wisconsin Avenue
2
Turn sharp left onto WI 32; WI 57
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Milwaukee Drive
3
Continue on WI 32; WI 57
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Calumet Avenue
4
Turn slight right onto WI 32; WI 57
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
7th Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto WI 32; WI 57
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Fremont Street
6
Turn right onto WI 32; WI 57
449 ft
·
7 sec
·
South 1st Street
7
Turn slight left onto WI 32; WI 57
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
East Water Street
8
Enter roundabout onto WI 32; WI 57
143 ft
·
2 sec
·
WI 32; WI 57
9
Continue on WI 32; WI 57
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
WI 32; WI 57
10
Keep slight right at fork onto WI 57
15 mi
·
22 min
·
State Highway 57
11
Continue on WI 28; WI 57
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
North Mill Street
12
Turn right onto WI 28
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 28
13
Continue on WI 28
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Madison Avenue
14
Continue on WI 28; CTH F
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 28
15
Continue on WI 28; CTH A; CTH SS
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
16
Continue on WI 28
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 28
17
Continue on WI 28; WI 144
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 144
18
Turn right onto CTH H
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
County Road H
19
Turn left onto US 45
22 mi
·
24 min
·
US 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 52
Toward CTH Q: County Line Road
Use the slight right lane.
21
Turn right onto CTH Q
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
County Line Road
22
Turn slight left
386 ft
·
19 sec
23
Turn left onto River Crest Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
River Crest Drive
24
Turn left onto WI 175
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Appleton Avenue
25
Arrive at destination
WI 175
Trip Plan
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 34.4 miles from New Holstein, WI, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.3 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 15 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.4 miles or 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Menomonee Falls, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving New Holstein, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from New Holstein, WI
This is one driving day of about 68.9 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from New Holstein, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 45 for about 22.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.4 mi from New Holstein, WI · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.4 miles from New Holstein, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Menomonee Falls, WI
The final approach into Menomonee Falls, WI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.77 one way
$21.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.83 | $23.65 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.26 | $26.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.21 | $30.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.23 | $3.31 |
| Efficient EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.03 | $2.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.65 | $4.41 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Menomonee Falls, WI
Afternoon in Menomonee Falls on Thursday
Local time
1:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 mph
33% chance
Live forecast
46°F
Kohler, WI
34 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
16 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
1h 35m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from New Holstein, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI covers 68.9 miles and takes about 1h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 45, State Highway 57, State Highway 28. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.4 miles from New Holstein, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.77 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 68.9 miles you will encounter 10 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 32; WI 57 / Milwaukee Drive): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3.7 miles (WI 32; WI 57 / Fremont Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.2 miles (WI 32; WI 57 / South 1st Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from New Holstein, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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