Origin
Rhine, WI
Morning in Rhine on Wednesday
Local time
6:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rhine, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
59.1 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
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6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rhine, WI
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Menomonee Falls, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Rhine, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI covers 59.1 miles and takes about 1h 21m 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 $9.24 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
29.5 miles from Rhine, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 21m highway drive covering 59.1 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 17 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near WI 57 / State Highway 57.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Rhine, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI is easy. At 1h 21m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (WI 57 / State Highway 57): Navigation decision point; at 13.7 miles (WI 28 / State Highway 28): Navigation decision point; at 31.1 miles (CTH H / County Road H): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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WI 57 / State Highway 57
Turn right onto WI 57 / State Highway 57
Navigation decision point
4
13.7 mi into trip
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~21m in
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WI 28 / State Highway 28
Turn right onto WI 28 / State Highway 28
Navigation decision point
3
31.1 mi into trip
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~47m in
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CTH H / County Road H
Turn right onto CTH H / County Road H
Navigation decision point
4
35.1 mi into trip
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~52m in
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US 45
Turn left onto US 45
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
57.5 mi into trip
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~1h 17m 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 | 12.5 mi | 18m |
| State Highway 28 | 12.4 mi | 17m |
| County Road H | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| State Highway 144 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Madison Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Appleton Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 45
— 22.3 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rhine, WI and Menomonee Falls, WI.
1
Start on CTH MM
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road MM
2
Turn right onto WI 57
12 mi
·
18 min
·
State Highway 57
3
Continue on WI 28; WI 57
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
North Mill Street
4
Turn right onto WI 28
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 28
5
Continue on WI 28
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Madison Avenue
6
Continue on WI 28; CTH F
4.6 mi
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6 min
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State Highway 28
7
Continue on WI 28; CTH A; CTH SS
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
8
Continue on WI 28
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 28
9
Continue on WI 28; WI 144
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 144
10
Turn right onto CTH H
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
County Road H
11
Turn left onto US 45
22 mi
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24 min
·
US 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 52
Toward CTH Q: County Line Road
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto CTH Q
0.1 mi
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18 sec
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County Line Road
14
Turn slight left
386 ft
·
19 sec
15
Turn left onto River Crest Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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River Crest Drive
16
Turn left onto WI 175
0.8 mi
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2 min
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Appleton Avenue
17
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 29.5 miles from Rhine, WI, or about 44m 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 59.1 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.5 miles or 44m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Menomonee Falls, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Rhine, 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 Rhine, WI
This is one driving day of about 59.1 miles and 1h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rhine, 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 45 for about 22.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.5 mi from Rhine, WI · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 59.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.5 miles from Rhine, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Menomonee Falls, 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
$9.24 one way
$18.48 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.14 | $20.29 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.37 | $22.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.05 | $26.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.21 | $2.84 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.27 | $3.78 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Morning in Menomonee Falls on Wednesday
Local time
6:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
18 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 21m 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 Rhine, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI covers 59.1 miles and takes about 1h 21m 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 29.5 miles from Rhine, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.24 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 Rhine, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI is easy. At 1h 21m with 85% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (WI 57 / State Highway 57): Navigation decision point; at 13.7 miles (WI 28 / State Highway 28): Navigation decision point; at 31.1 miles (CTH H / County Road H): Navigation decision point.
The route from Rhine, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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