Origin
Schofield, WI
Afternoon in Schofield on Saturday
Local time
12:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Schofield, WI to Eau Claire, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 6m
Distance
105.5 mi
170 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 57m
★
6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 24m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 11m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 23m
8 PM
2h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Schofield, WI
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Eau Claire, WI
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Trip Overview
Schofield to Eau Claire is 105.5 miles and takes about 2 hours 6 minutes via WI 29 and US 53, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Wisconsin, connecting two Midwest locations. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on well-maintained highways, making it a convenient option for a single-day journey. You can expect a smooth ride with minimal distractions, perfect for a quick transit between these two cities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.8 miles from Schofield, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WI 29 | 94.8 mi | 1h 49m |
| US 53 | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| Birch Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Business US-51 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| River Prairie Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Farwell Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Grand Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Madison Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
WI 29
— 94.8 mi, about 1h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Schofield, WI and Eau Claire, WI.
1
Start on US 51 Business
9 ft
·
8 sec
·
Schofield Avenue
2
Turn left onto Business US-51
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Business US-51
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on US 51 Business
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
East Grand Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
Merge onto WI 29
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
WI 29
6
Take the exit onto WI 29
90 mi
·
1 hr 43 min
·
WI 29
Toward WI 29 West: Abbotsford, Chippewa Falls
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward US 53 South: Eau Claire
8
Merge onto US 53
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
US 53
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward River Prairie Drive
10
Keep slight right at fork
207 ft
·
6 sec
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto River Prairie Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
River Prairie Drive
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on Birch Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Birch Street
13
Continue on Germania Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Germania Street
14
Continue on East Madison Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Madison Street
15
Turn left onto North Farwell Street
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
North Farwell Street
16
Turn right onto East Grand Avenue
35 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Grand Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
East Grand Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 6 minutes, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, offering considerable flexibility. You could depart anytime in the morning or afternoon and still arrive with plenty of daylight. With only 105.5 miles and a fuel cost estimated at $16, planning for extensive stops isn't necessary, but it's always wise to top off your fuel before leaving Schofield. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch is quite extensive at 94.8 miles on WI 29.
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 52.8 miles from Schofield, WI, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94.8 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 23 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.8 miles or 1h 2m 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 41m
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 Schofield, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Schofield, WI
This is one driving day of about 105.5 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Schofield, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on WI 29 for about 94.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52.8 miles from Schofield, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before WI 29 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 94.8 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 102.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Business US-51
Turn left onto Business US-51
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
6 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
WI 29
Take the exit onto WI 29 toward WI 29 West: Abbotsford, Chippewa Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward WI 29 West: Abbotsford, Chippewa Falls
4
96.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
Take the exit toward US 53 South: Eau Claire
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 53 South: Eau Claire
7
102.7 mi into trip
|
~2h in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.49 one way
$32.99 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.11 | $36.22 |
| premium | $4.89 | $20.30 | $40.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.29 | $46.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.7 | 0 | $11.08 | $5.06 |
| Efficient EV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.23 | $4.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.2 | 0 | $14.77 | $6.75 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Afternoon in Eau Claire on Saturday
Local time
12:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
67°F
Edson, WI
53 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
2 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 6m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is heavily focused on highway driving, with 96% of the journey taking place on major roads like WI 29 and US 53. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 94.8 miles on WI 29, offering a consistent pace. While predominantly highway, the final portion may involve some local street navigation on Birch Street as you approach Eau Claire. Expect efficient travel for the majority of this 105.5-mile trip, suitable for those prioritizing speed and directness.
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.
WI 29 is the longest continuous segment at about 94.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WI 29 and US 53. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Business US-51.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 105.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Business US-51): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles (WI 29): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Schofield, WI to Eau Claire, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Chippewa Falls along the way.
Chippewa Falls
6 mi in
|
~8m
|
via WI 29
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 105.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Schofield, WI to Eau Claire, WI covers 105.5 miles and takes about 2h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are WI 29, US 53, Birch Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.8 miles from Schofield, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.49 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 demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 105.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Business US-51): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles (WI 29): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Schofield, WI to Eau Claire, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Chippewa Falls along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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