Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
39.2 mi
63 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Black Wolf, WI
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Metz, WI
Tom Fisk
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.
| 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 |
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 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
Averaged across 38 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Step-by-step road directions between Black Wolf, WI and Metz, WI.
Start on Country Club Road
Turn right onto Nekimi Avenue
Turn right onto CTH I
Turn left onto CTH N
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 41; US 41
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto US 45
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
Take the exit
Turn right onto WI 96; WI 110
At end of road, turn left onto WI 96
Turn left onto Tustin Road
Turn right onto CTH AH
Continue on CTH AH
Turn right onto CTH HH
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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.
A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
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.
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.
Merge onto I 41; US 41 toward Appleton
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
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
Keep slight left at fork toward US 45 North: New London
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto US 45
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10 / US Highway 10 toward US 10 West: Stevens Point
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Regular Gas
$6.52 one way
$13.03 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $7.10 | $14.20 |
| premium | $5.18 | $8.00 | $16.00 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $8.26 | $16.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Black Wolf on Wednesday
Local time
4:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Metz on Wednesday
Local time
4:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
155 ft
Total Descent
173 ft
Highest Point
840 ft
~5.6 mi in
Elevation Range
85 ft
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.
Green_Bay
Appleton
Cth Ii: Fremont
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
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.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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