Origin
Blair, WI
Late night in Blair on Tuesday
Local time
4:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blair, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 7m
Distance
215.9 mi
347 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 55m
★
6 AM
4h 8m
8 AM
4h 34m
10 AM
4h 17m
12 PM
4h 14m
3 PM
4h 18m
5 PM
4h 33m
8 PM
4h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blair, WI
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Menomonee Falls, WI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Blair to Menomonee Falls, expect a straightforward journey spanning 215.9 miles across Wisconsin. You should budget about 4 hours and 7 minutes of total drive time, making this a very manageable one-day trip. With fuel costs estimated at around $29, it is an affordable excursion that does not require an overnight stay. The route primarily utilizes I-94, State Highway 95, and West Main Street to bridge the gap between these two Midwestern locations. Whether you are traveling for business or a weekend visit, this route offers a practical connection that gets you to your destination efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
108 miles from Blair, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 189.2 mi | 3h 22m |
| State Highway 95 | 13.1 mi | 19m |
| West Main Street | 5 mi | 10m |
| Redford Boulevard | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| Waukesha Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Town Line Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North State Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 189.2 mi, about 3h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blair, WI and Menomonee Falls, WI.
1
Start on CTH S
97 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Broadway Street
2
Turn right onto WI 95; CTH S
13 mi
·
18 min
·
State Highway 95
3
Continue on WI 95
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Main Street
4
Turn slight right
329 ft
·
12 sec
5
Turn straight onto WI 95; CTH FF
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
North State Street
6
Continue on WI 95; CTH FF
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
State Highway 95
7
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
8
Merge onto I 94
134 mi
·
2 hr 23 min
·
I 94
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
56 mi
·
59 min
·
I 94
Exit 138A
Toward I 94: Milwaukee
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 295
Toward CTH F: Waukesha, Sussex
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
188 ft
·
6 sec
Toward CTH F North: Waukesha, Sussex
12
Turn left onto CTH F
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Redford Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Continue on CTH F
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Waukesha Avenue
14
Turn straight
374 ft
·
12 sec
15
Turn straight onto CTH F
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
16
At end of road, turn left onto CTH F; CTH V
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Town Line Road
17
Enter roundabout onto CTH F
74 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Main Street
18
Continue on CTH F
4.6 mi
·
9 min
·
West Main Street
19
Turn left onto WI 175
21 ft
·
0 sec
·
Appleton Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
WI 175
Trip Plan
Since the trip takes just over four hours, you have plenty of flexibility to depart when it best suits your schedule. You only need to plan for one major stop to break up the drive, which is ideal given the long, continuous stretch on I-94. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the interstate, as the longest stretch covers nearly 190 miles. To make the most of your travel, try to avoid peak commuting hours if your destination timing is flexible. Staying mindful of your fatigue during that primary interstate segment will ensure you reach Menomonee Falls refreshed and ready for your arrival.
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 108 miles from Blair, WI, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 189.2 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 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108 miles or 2h 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 3h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Menomonee Falls, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Blair, 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 Blair, WI
This is one driving day of about 215.9 miles and 4h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Blair, 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 189.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
108 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 108 miles from Blair, 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 189.2 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 14.1 and 210.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
14.1 mi into trip
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~21m in
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I 94
Merge onto I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
147.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 44m in
|
I 94
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94 toward I 94: Milwaukee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 138A
Toward I 94: Milwaukee
8
203.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 44m in
Take the exit toward CTH F: Waukesha, Sussex
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.
Exit 295
Toward CTH F: Waukesha, Sussex
7
203.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 44m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CTH F North: Waukesha, Sussex
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward CTH F North: Waukesha, Sussex
5
210.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 57m in
|
CTH F; CTH V / Town Line Road
At end of road, turn left onto CTH F; CTH V / Town Line Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.75 one way
$67.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
76 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $37.06 | $74.12 |
| premium | $4.89 | $41.55 | $83.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $47.67 | $95.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.8 | 0 | $22.67 | $10.36 |
| Efficient EV | 54 | 0 | $18.89 | $8.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 86.4 | 1 | $30.23 | $13.82 |
Gas CO2
76 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
Menomonee Falls, WI
Late night in Menomonee Falls on Tuesday
Local time
4:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 7m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 89.3
Caution: Averill–Kelly Creek Wilderness Segment — Dangerous Ford at New Wood River
Caution: Skunk and Foster Lakes Segment — Storm Damage
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 94% of your travel time spent on major thoroughfares. You will quickly settle into a rhythm on I-94, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 189.2 miles. While the initial leg involves navigating State Highway 95, the majority of your experience behind the wheel will be defined by the steady pace of the interstate. Expect a consistent, functional drive that transitions from local roads to high-speed travel, allowing you to cover significant ground with ease. It is a no-nonsense route that prioritizes direct transit over winding backroads.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 189.2 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and State Highway 95. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 14.1 miles in near I 94.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 215.9 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.1 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 147.7 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 203.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,071 ft
822 ft
Total Climb
436 ft
Total Descent
428 ft
Highest Point
1,071 ft
~46.3 mi in
Elevation Range
250 ft
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.
Between Blair, WI and Menomonee Falls, WI, road signs point toward Cth F: Waukesha, Sussex and Cth F North: Waukesha.
Cth F: Waukesha
203.3 mi in
|
~3h 44m
Sussex
203.3 mi in
|
~3h 44m
Cth F North: Waukesha
203.6 mi in
|
~3h 44m
About the Cities
Starting in Blair, WI
Full guide →City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 7m. Total distance: 215.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 189.2 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.1 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 147.7 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 203.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Ice Age National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Menomonee Falls, WI, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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