Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 22m
Distance
212.7 mi
342 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Campbellsport, WI
Tom Fisk
Eau Claire, WI
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Campbellsport, WI to Eau Claire, WI is 212.7 miles and takes about 4h 22m via East Main Street, North Fond du Lac Avenue, and West Sheboygan Street, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, covering ground entirely within Wisconsin. Expect a journey primarily on surface roads, offering a more grounded perspective of the towns you pass through. It's a straightforward, single-day drive if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without extensive highway time.
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
106.4 miles from Campbellsport, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 24m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 76.1 mi | 1h 21m |
| I 90 | 60.2 mi | 1h 4m |
| State Highway 33 | 27.2 mi | 39m |
| State Highway 49 | 11.7 mi | 17m |
| State Highway 67 | 7.3 mi | 12m |
| County Road C | 6 mi | 8m |
| US 151 | 5.8 mi | 6m |
| East Cook Street | 4.9 mi | 7m |
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 48 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,456 veh/hr typical · worst 2,263
Quietest
2 AM
~193 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
Averaged across 102 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Step-by-step road directions between Campbellsport, WI and Eau Claire, WI.
Start on South Elm Street
Turn left onto WI 67
Turn right onto WI 67; CTH V; CTH W
Turn left onto WI 67
Continue on WI 67
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 41; US 41
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto State Highway 49
Continue on WI 49
Continue on WI 49
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 151
Turn right onto CTH C
Turn right onto CTH A; CTH C
Continue on CTH A; CTH C
At end of road, turn left onto WI 68; CTH A; CTH C
Continue on WI 68; CTH A; CTH C
Continue on WI 33; CTH A
Continue on WI 33
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 90; I 94
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto US 53
Take the exit onto US 53 Business
Turn left onto Brackett Avenue
Continue on Harding Avenue
Continue on Washington Street
Turn right onto South Farwell Street
Turn left onto East Grand Avenue
Arrive at destination
Given the 4h 22m duration and 212.7-mile length, this route is easily manageable in a single day. Departing in the morning will give you ample time for the drive and any brief stops you might need. Since there's only one stop noted, plan for a mid-drive break to stretch your legs. The estimated fuel cost is around $33, so factor that into your budget. Keep an eye on local traffic patterns as you pass through the various towns along East Main Street, North Fond du Lac Avenue, and West Sheboygan Street, as these can affect your travel time more than on a highway.
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.
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 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106.4 miles or 2h 24m 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eau Claire, WI than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Campbellsport, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Campbellsport, WI
This is one driving day of about 212.7 miles and 4h 22m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
106 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 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 106.4 miles from Campbellsport, 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 76.1 miles.
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 9.9 and 207.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward WI 49, CTH KK, US 41 North Alternate: Brownsville, Waupun
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
At end of road, turn left onto WI 68; CTH A; CTH C / State Highway 68
Navigation decision point
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
Keep slight right at fork toward US 53 North: Eau Claire, Superior
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$35.48 one way
$70.96 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $38.56 | $77.12 |
| premium | $5.26 | $44.04 | $88.08 |
| diesel | $6.18 | $51.74 | $103.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63.8 | 0 | $22.33 | $10.21 |
| Efficient EV | 53.2 | 0 | $18.61 | $8.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 85.1 | 1 | $29.78 | $13.61 |
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% 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
Morning in Campbellsport on Sunday
Local time
8:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Clear
Destination
Morning in Eau Claire on Sunday
Local time
8:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Clear
74°F
Merrimac, WI
106 mi in
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
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
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
This drive is 0% highway, meaning you'll be on surface roads for the entire 212.7 miles. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is not specified, but you can anticipate navigating through towns and rural areas. You'll notice a consistent pace as you utilize roads like East Main Street, North Fond du Lac Avenue, and West Sheboygan Street, passing through communities without the interruptions of highway exits.
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 9.9 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 212.7 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 9.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 37.5 miles (WI 68; CTH A; CTH C / State Highway 68): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
589 ft
Total Descent
827 ft
Highest Point
1,105 ft
~15.2 mi in
Elevation Range
316 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Campbellsport, WI to Eau Claire, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Paul along the way.
Saint Paul
Founded 1902
Eau Claire (pronounced: O'Clare, French for clear water) is a city of about 62,000 in Northwest Wisconsin.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 22m. Total distance: 212.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). 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, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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