Origin
Suamico, WI
Afternoon in Suamico on Thursday
Local time
1:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Suamico, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 51m
Distance
127.2 mi
205 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
★
6 AM
1h 52m
8 AM
2h 8m
10 AM
1h 57m
12 PM
1h 56m
3 PM
1h 58m
5 PM
2h 7m
8 PM
1h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Menomonee Falls, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Suamico, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI covers 127.2 miles and takes about 1h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on County Road J, Sunset Beach Road, Appleton for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.89 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
63.6 miles from Suamico, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 51m. Total distance: 127.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 51m drive with frequent turns across 127.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
County Road J 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 Suamico, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI is easy. At 1h 51m 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 Suamico, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| County Road J | — | — |
| Sunset Beach Road | — | — |
| Appleton | — | — |
| CTH Q | — | — |
| County Line Road | — | — |
| River Crest Drive | — | — |
| Appleton Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
County Road J
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Suamico, WI and Menomonee Falls, WI.
1
Start on Riverside Drive
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Riverside Drive
2
Continue on County Road J
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
County Road J
3
Turn left onto Sunset Beach Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Sunset Beach Road
4
Turn left onto Appleton, Green Bay
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Appleton, Green Bay
5
Merge slight left
26 mi
·
27 min
6
Continue straight
98 mi
·
1 hr 45 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward CTH Q: County Line Road
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
CTH Q: County Line Road
8
Turn right onto County Line Road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
County Line Road
9
Turn slight left
387 ft
·
19 sec
10
Turn left onto River Crest Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
River Crest Drive
11
Turn left onto Appleton Avenue
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Appleton Avenue
12
Arrive at your destination
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 63.6 miles from Suamico, WI, or about 55m into the drive.
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 28 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.6 miles or 55m 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 31m
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 Suamico, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Suamico, WI
This is one driving day of about 127.2 miles and 1h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Suamico, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.6 mi from Suamico, WI · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63.6 miles from Suamico, 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
$19.89 one way
$39.77 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.83 | $43.67 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.48 | $48.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.08 | $56.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.2 | 0 | $13.36 | $6.11 |
| Efficient EV | 31.8 | 0 | $11.13 | $5.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.9 | 0 | $17.81 | $8.14 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
1:30 PM
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 51m 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 Suamico, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI covers 127.2 miles and takes about 1h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are County Road J, Sunset Beach Road, Appleton. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.6 miles from Suamico, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.89 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 Suamico, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI is easy. At 1h 51m 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 Suamico, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Suamico, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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