Black Wolf to Metz is 39.2 miles and takes about 58 minutes via US 45, I 41, and US Highway 10, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within Wisconsin, connecting two points in the Midwest. The route is primarily highway, making it a straightforward trip for those looking for a quick journey between these two locations. You won't need to plan for an overnight stay, and with minimal stops suggested, it's an efficient way to travel.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 45
15.2 mi
17m
I 41
6.8 mi
7m
US Highway 10
5.9 mi
6m
County Road AH
2.3 mi
5m
County Road N
1.9 mi
4m
State Highway 110
1.3 mi
2m
Tustin Road
1.2 mi
2m
County Road HH
1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
US 45
— 15.2 mi, about 17m
Traffic on I-41
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 16 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,659 veh/hr typical
· worst 4,276
Quietest
2 AM
~172 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
21.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 38 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Black Wolf, WI and Metz, WI.
1
Start on Country Club Road
207 ft·11 sec·Country Club Road
2
Turn right onto Nekimi Avenue
1.0 mi·3 min·Nekimi Avenue
3
Turn right onto CTH I
1.0 mi·2 min·County Road I
4
Turn left onto CTH N
1.9 mi·4 min·County Road N
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I-41_North: Appleton, Green_Bay
6
Merge onto I 41; US 41
6.8 mi·7 min·I 41; US 41
Toward AppletonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward US 45: New London, Algoma BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·58 sec
Toward US 45 North: New LondonUse the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto US 45
15 mi·17 min·US 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
5.9 mi·6 min·US Highway 10
Toward US 10 West: Stevens Point
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward WI 96, WI 110, CTH II: Fremont
12
Turn right onto WI 96; WI 110
0.4 mi·43 sec·State Highway 110
13
At end of road, turn left onto WI 96
0.9 mi·1 min·State Highway 110
14
Turn left onto Tustin Road
1.2 mi·2 min·Tustin Road
15
Turn right onto CTH AH
0.3 mi·42 sec·County Road AH
16
Continue on CTH AH
2.0 mi·4 min·County Road AH
17
Turn right onto CTH HH
1.0 mi·2 min·County Road HH
18
Arrive at destination
CTH HH
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from Black Wolf, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.2 and 27.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
4.2 mi into trip|~11m in|I 41; US 41
Merge onto I 41; US 41 toward Appleton
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Appleton
7
11 mi into trip|~19m in
Take the exit toward US 45: New London, Algoma Boulevard
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 US 45: New London, Algoma Boulevard
7
11.2 mi into trip|~19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 45 North: New London
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 45 North: New London
5
12 mi into trip|~20m in|US 45
Merge onto US 45
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
27.2 mi into trip|~38m in|US 10 / US Highway 10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10 / US Highway 10 toward US 10 West: Stevens Point
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 10 West: Stevens Point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.79 one way
$11.58 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg14 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$6.39
$12.78
premium
$4.72
$7.28
$14.56
diesel
$4.80
$7.40
$14.80
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging
· 0 stops
· 64% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
11.8
0
$4.12
$1.88
Efficient EV
9.8
0
$3.43
$1.57
EV Truck/SUV
15.7
0
$5.49
$2.51
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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.
Forecast as of Jun 30, 2026
Origin
Black Wolf, WI
Late night
in Black Wolf on Monday
Local time
4:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
94°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
SW 13 to 16 mph40% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 30 at 9:29AM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 30 at 9:03AM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
Destination
Metz, WI
Late night
in Metz on Monday
Local time
4:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
93°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
SW 10 to 14 mph40% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 30 at 9:29AM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 30 at 9:03AM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
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
1 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
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly on highways, with 74% of the journey taking place on them. You'll experience stretches of quicker driving, including a continuous 15.2-mile segment on US 45. The profile leans towards a highway-focused experience, meaning you'll likely encounter well-maintained roads and consistent speeds for most of your trip. Expect a direct and functional drive rather than a winding, scenic adventure.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.2 mi on US 45.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 45 and I 41. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 miles in near I 41; US 41.
Driving Effort8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 39.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 58m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles (I 41; US 41): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
840 ft755 ft
Total Climb
155 ft
Total Descent
173 ft
Highest Point
840 ft
~5.6 mi in
Elevation Range
85 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Black Wolf, WI and Metz, WI, road signs point toward Green_Bay, Appleton and Cth Ii: Fremont.
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 39.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.2 miles on US 45. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Metz, WI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles (I 41; US 41): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Metz, WI before heading back.
