Origin
Oakland, WI
Late night in Oakland on Wednesday
Local time
5:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oakland, WI to Eau Claire, WI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 21m
Distance
113.9 mi
183 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 11m
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6 AM
2h 21m
8 AM
2h 41m
10 AM
2h 28m
12 PM
2h 26m
3 PM
2h 29m
5 PM
2h 40m
8 PM
2h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eau Claire, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Oakland, WI to Eau Claire, WI covers 113.9 miles and takes about 2h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 53, State Highway 70, State Highway 35 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 76.4 miles on US 53. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.81 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
57 miles from Oakland, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 21m highway drive covering 113.9 miles, with most of the trip on US 53 and State Highway 70. The longest continuous stretch is about 76.4 miles on US 53.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 53 is the longest continuous segment at about 76.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 53 and State Highway 70. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 8.7 miles in near WI 70 / State Highway 70.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 21m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.7 miles (WI 70 / State Highway 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 34 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 34.4 miles (US 53): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
8.7 mi into trip
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~12m in
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WI 70 / State Highway 70
Enter roundabout onto WI 70 / State Highway 70
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
34 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward US 53 South: Rice Lake
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 53 South: Rice Lake
5
34.4 mi into trip
|
~49m in
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US 53
Merge onto US 53
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
110.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m in
Take the exit toward River Prairie Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward River Prairie Drive
7
111.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 53 | 76.4 mi | 1h 25m |
| State Highway 70 | 23.8 mi | 32m |
| State Highway 35 | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| Lakeland Avenue North | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| West Maple Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Birch Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| River Prairie Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Farwell Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 53
— 76.4 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakland, WI and Eau Claire, WI.
1
Start on CTH U
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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County Highway U
2
Turn right onto WI 35
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 35
3
Continue on WI 35
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Lakeland Avenue North
4
Continue on WI 35
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 35
5
Take the ramp
184 ft
·
5 sec
6
Turn slight left onto WI 35
341 ft
·
5 sec
·
State Highway 35
7
Enter roundabout onto WI 70
285 ft
·
16 sec
·
State Highway 70
8
Continue on WI 70
23 mi
·
31 min
·
State Highway 70
9
Continue on WI 70
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
West Maple Street
10
Continue on WI 70
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 70
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward US 53 South: Rice Lake
12
Merge onto US 53
76 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
·
US 53
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward River Prairie Drive
14
Keep slight right at fork
207 ft
·
6 sec
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn straight onto River Prairie Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
River Prairie Drive
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on Birch Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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Birch Street
17
Continue on Germania Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Germania Street
18
Continue on East Madison Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
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East Madison Street
19
Turn left onto North Farwell Street
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
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North Farwell Street
20
Turn right onto East Grand Avenue
35 ft
·
1 sec
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East Grand Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
East Grand Avenue
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 57 miles from Oakland, WI, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76.4 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 80 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57 miles or 1h 14m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eau Claire, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Oakland, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Oakland, WI
This is one driving day of about 113.9 miles and 2h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Oakland, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 53 for about 76.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57 mi from Oakland, WI · 1h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57 miles from Oakland, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 53 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 76.4 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
$17.81 one way
$35.61 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.55 | $39.10 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.92 | $43.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.15 | $50.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.2 | 0 | $11.96 | $5.47 |
| Efficient EV | 28.5 | 0 | $9.97 | $4.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.6 | 0 | $15.95 | $7.29 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Late night in Eau Claire on Wednesday
Local time
5:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
NE 5 mph
79% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 13 at 8:13PM CDT until April 13 at 8:30PM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 13 at 8:13PM CDT until April 13 at 8:45PM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
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
15 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
2h 21m 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 Oakland, WI to Eau Claire, WI covers 113.9 miles and takes about 2h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 53, State Highway 70, State Highway 35. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57 miles from Oakland, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.81 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 straightforward 2h 21m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.7 miles (WI 70 / State Highway 70): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 34 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 34.4 miles (US 53): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Oakland, WI to Eau Claire, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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