Origin
Paris, WI
Afternoon in Paris on Thursday
Local time
12:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Paris, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
43 mi
69 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Paris, WI
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Menomonee Falls, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Paris, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI covers 43 miles and takes about 1h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 200th Avenue, South Colony Avenue, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.72 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 43 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 7m drive with frequent turns across 43 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
200th Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Paris, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI is easy. At 1h 7m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Paris, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 200th Avenue | — | — |
| South Colony Avenue | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| Washington Avenue | — | — |
| North Raynor Avenue | — | — |
| South 124th Street | — | — |
| South North Cape Road | — | — |
| Loomis Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
200th Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paris, WI and Menomonee Falls, WI.
1
Start on Burlington Road
85 ft
·
3 sec
·
Burlington Road
2
Turn right onto 200th Avenue
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
200th Avenue
3
Continue on South Colony Avenue
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
South Colony Avenue
4
Continue on Main Street
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
5
Continue on South Colony Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Colony Avenue
6
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Colony Avenue
148 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Colony Avenue
7
Exit the roundabout onto South Colony Avenue
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
South Colony Avenue
8
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Washington Avenue
187 ft
·
11 sec
·
Washington Avenue
9
Exit the roundabout onto Washington Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Avenue
10
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward North Raynor Avenue
16 ft
·
North Raynor Avenue
11
Exit the roundabout onto North Raynor Avenue
7.0 mi
·
10 min
·
North Raynor Avenue
12
Continue on South 124th Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South 124th Street
13
Continue on South North Cape Road
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
South North Cape Road
14
Turn right onto Loomis Road
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Loomis Road
15
Continue straight
449 ft
·
19 sec
16
Turn left onto West Saint Martins Road
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
West Saint Martins Road
17
Continue on South Lovers Lane Road
4.4 mi
·
8 min
·
South Lovers Lane Road
18
Take the ramp slight right toward I 43 North, US 45 North
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
I 43 North, US 45 North
19
Merge slight left onto Rock Freeway
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Rock Freeway
20
Take the exit slight left toward I 41 North, US 45 North, I 894 West: Fond du Lac, Madison
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
I 41 North, US 45 North, I 894 West: Fond du Lac, Madison
21
Merge slight right onto Zoo Freeway
16 mi
·
21 min
·
Zoo Freeway
22
Take the exit slight right toward Pilgrim Road South
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
·
Pilgrim Road South
23
Turn straight onto Pilgrim Road
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Pilgrim Road
24
Turn right onto Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
25
Turn right onto Appleton Avenue
23 ft
·
1 sec
·
Appleton Avenue
26
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.5 mi from Paris, WI · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.5 miles from Paris, 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
$6.72 one way
$13.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.38 | $14.76 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.27 | $16.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.49 | $18.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.06 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.76 | $1.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
12:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Franklin, WI
22 mi in
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
1h 7m 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 Paris, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI covers 43 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 200th Avenue, South Colony Avenue, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.5 miles from Paris, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.72 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.
The drive from Paris, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI is easy. At 1h 7m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Paris, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Paris, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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