Origin
Sullivan, WI
Afternoon in Sullivan on Saturday
Local time
1:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
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Trip from Sullivan, 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
3h 58m
Distance
214.6 mi
345 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
18 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 45m
★
6 AM
3h 58m
8 AM
4h 24m
10 AM
4h 7m
12 PM
4h 5m
3 PM
4h 9m
5 PM
4h 23m
8 PM
3h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sullivan, WI
Tom Fisk
Eau Claire, WI
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Trip Overview
Sullivan, WI to Eau Claire, WI is 214.6 miles and takes about 3h 58m via I 94 and I 90, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Wisconsin, traversing the Midwest region. Expect a straightforward drive that's almost entirely on major highways, making it a practical choice for a quick journey. With just 1 recommended stop and a comfortable driving time, this route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without feeling overly rushed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
107.3 miles from Sullivan, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 59m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 140.3 mi | 2h 30m |
| I 90 | 63.5 mi | 1h 8m |
| CTH F | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| South Hastings Way | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| US 53 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Harding Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Farwell Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 140.3 mi, about 2h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sullivan, WI and Eau Claire, WI.
1
Start on CTH F
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto CTH F
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
CTH F
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
4
Merge onto I 94
35 mi
·
37 min
·
I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94
29 mi
·
31 min
·
I 94
Exit 240
Toward I 39 North, I 90 West, I 94 West: Wisconsin Dells, Eau Claire
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; I 94
63 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
I 90; I 94
Use the straight lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94
76 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
I 94
Toward I 94 West: Eau Claire, Saint Paul
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward US 53: Eau Claire, Superior
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
Toward US 53 North: Eau Claire, Superior
10
Merge onto US 53
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US 53
11
Take the exit onto US 53 Business
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
South Hastings Way
Toward US 53 Business: Hastings Way
12
Turn left onto Brackett Avenue
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Brackett Avenue
13
Continue on Harding Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Harding Avenue
14
Continue on Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Washington Street
15
Turn right onto South Farwell Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Farwell Street
16
Turn left onto East Grand Avenue
35 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Grand Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
East Grand Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 58m duration, this route is easily manageable in a single day, so you can choose your departure time based on personal preference. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight. With only one recommended stop and a high highway share, you won't need to plan many breaks, but be aware that the longest stretch without a significant change in road type is over 140 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially before entering the longest segment on I 94, as services can be spaced out on interstates.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 107.3 miles from Sullivan, WI, or about 1h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 140.3 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 47 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107.3 miles or 1h 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eau Claire, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Sullivan, 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 Sullivan, WI
This is one driving day of about 214.6 miles and 3h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Sullivan, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 140.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
107 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 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 107.3 miles from Sullivan, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 140.3 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 5.4 and 209.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
5.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
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I 94
Merge onto I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
40.5 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
I 94
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94 toward I 39 North, I 90 West, I 94 West: Wisconsin Dells, Eau Claire
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 240
Toward I 39 North, I 90 West, I 94 West: Wiscon...
6
69.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
I 90; I 94
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; I 94
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
133.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 27m in
|
I 94
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94 toward I 94 West: Eau Claire, Saint Paul
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 94 West: Eau Claire, Saint Paul
6
209.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 48m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 53 North: Eau Claire, Superior
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 53 North: Eau Claire, Superior
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.15 one way
$58.30 round trip
$3.45/gal
25.4 MPG avg
75 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.85 | $32.53 | $65.06 |
| premium | $4.15 | $35.06 | $70.13 |
| diesel | $3.75 | $31.68 | $63.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.1 kg one way.
EV Charging Along Route
18 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Woodman's Market - Tesla Supercharger
Madison, WI
Tesla
12 DCFC
Culver's - Tesla Supercharger
Wisconsin Dells, WI
Tesla
12 DCFC
Lake Delton, WI Rechargery Relay - Gasser Rd
Lake Delton, WI
IONNA
10 DCFC
Kwik Trip - Tesla Supercharger
Johnson Creek, WI
Tesla
8 DCFC
Hy-Vee - Tesla Supercharger
Madison, WI
Tesla
8 DCFC
Sun Prairie, WI
Sun Prairie, WI
RIVIAN_ADVENTURE
6 DCFC
Walmart 2335 (Madison, WI)
Madison, WI
Electrify America
4 DCFC
Bell Ford Arlington
Arlington, WI
FORD_CHARGE
4 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 6
Tesla: 5
Electrify America: 1
SYNERGEV: 1
Non-Networked: 1
RIVIAN_ADVENTURE: 1
FORD_CHARGE: 1
KWIK_CHARGE: 1
IONNA: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.4 | 0 | $22.53 | $10.30 |
| Efficient EV | 53.7 | 0 | $18.78 | $8.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 85.8 | 1 | $30.04 | $13.73 |
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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
Eau Claire, WI
Afternoon in Eau Claire on Saturday
Local time
1:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
31°F
Partly Cloudy
WNW 10 to 15 mph
0% chance
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
13 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 58m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Ice Age National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Ice Age National Scenic Trail spans 1,200 miles, traverses some of Wisconsin's finest geologic and glacial features, and passes through the ancestral lands of 15 Tribes. The Trail is built, manage...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
Free
near mile 96.2
Caution: General Advisory — Flooding Possible
Caution: Averill–Kelly Creek Wilderness Segment — Dangerous Ford at New Wood River
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 96% of the journey taking place on major interstates like I 94 and I 90. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 140.3 miles on I 94, which means consistent speed and minimal interruptions. While the majority is interstate, you'll briefly navigate on CTH F, offering a slight change of pace before rejoining the main highway. The overall character is one of efficient travel, designed for covering distance quickly across the Wisconsin landscape.
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.
I 94 is the longest continuous segment at about 140.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and I 90. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.4 miles in near I 94.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 214.6 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: at 5.4 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.5 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.6 miles (I 90; I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Sullivan, WI to Eau Claire, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Paul along the way.
Saint Paul
133.1 mi in
|
~2h 27m
|
via I 94
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 58m. Total distance: 214.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Sullivan, WI to Eau Claire, WI covers 214.6 miles and takes about 3h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, I 90, CTH F. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 107.3 miles from Sullivan, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.15 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 214.6 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: at 5.4 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.5 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.6 miles (I 90; I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Sullivan, WI to Eau Claire, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Paul 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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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