Origin
Cicero, WI
Morning in Cicero on Tuesday
Local time
10:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cicero, 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
2h 18m
Distance
111.4 mi
179 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 9m
★
6 AM
2h 19m
8 AM
2h 38m
10 AM
2h 26m
12 PM
2h 24m
3 PM
2h 27m
5 PM
2h 37m
8 PM
2h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cicero, WI
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Menomonee Falls, WI
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Trip Overview
Cicero to Menomonee Falls is 111.4 miles and takes about 2 hours 18 minutes via I 41 and State Highway 47, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Wisconsin, traversing the Midwest region. It's primarily a highway drive, making it a straightforward trip for getting from point A to point B efficiently. With no designated stops, it's best suited for travelers looking for a quick and direct connection between these two locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55.7 miles from Cicero, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 16m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 41 | 85.5 mi | 1h 31m |
| State Highway 47 | 9 mi | 12m |
| County Road A | 5.9 mi | 10m |
| North Lynndale Drive | 3 mi | 5m |
| County Road VV | 2.9 mi | 7m |
| North Main Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West Northland Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| County Road X | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 85.5 mi, about 1h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cicero, WI and Menomonee Falls, WI.
1
Start on Cicero Road
71 ft
·
8 sec
·
Cicero Road
2
Turn left onto CTH X
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road X
3
Turn right onto CTH VV
2.9 mi
·
7 min
·
County Road VV
4
At end of road, turn left onto WI 47
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 47
5
Continue on WI 47
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
6
Continue on WI 47
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 47
7
Turn right onto CTH A
5.9 mi
·
10 min
·
County Road A
8
Continue on CTH A; CTH JJ
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Lynndale Drive
9
Enter roundabout onto CTH A
103 ft
·
2 sec
·
North Lynndale Drive
10
Continue on CTH A
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Lynndale Drive
11
Turn right onto CTH OO
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Northland Avenue
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 41 South, US 41 South: Oshkosh, Milwaukee
Use the left lane.
13
Merge onto I 41; US 41
85 mi
·
1 hr 31 min
·
I 41; US 41
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 52
Toward CTH Q: County Line Road
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn right onto CTH Q
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
County Line Road
16
Turn slight left
386 ft
·
19 sec
17
Turn left onto River Crest Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
River Crest Drive
18
Turn left onto WI 175
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Appleton Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
WI 175
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2 hour 18 minute duration, this trip is easily completed in a single day, so you can leave any time that suits your schedule. Pacing is less of a concern, but if you prefer to break it up, consider stopping around the halfway point. The $17 fuel cost is an estimate, so be sure to check current prices. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer 85.5-mile stretch on I 41 where services might be spaced further apart.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 55.7 miles from Cicero, WI, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.5 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 25 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.7 miles or 1h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 54m
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 Cicero, 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 Cicero, WI
This is one driving day of about 111.4 miles and 2h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Cicero, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 41 for about 85.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.7 miles from Cicero, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 41 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85.5 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 3.9 and 109.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.9 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
WI 47 / State Highway 47
At end of road, turn left onto WI 47 / State Highway 47
Navigation decision point
6
23 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
CTH OO / West Northland Avenue
Turn right onto CTH OO / West Northland Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
24 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the ramp toward I 41 South, US 41 South: Oshkosh, Milwaukee
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 41 South, US 41 South: Oshkosh, Milwau...
5
24.3 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
I 41; US 41
Merge onto I 41; US 41
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
109.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m in
Take the exit toward CTH Q: County Line Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 52
Toward CTH Q: County Line Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.42 one way
$34.83 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.12 | $38.24 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.44 | $42.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.60 | $49.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.70 | $5.35 |
| Efficient EV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.75 | $4.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.6 | 0 | $15.60 | $7.13 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Morning in Menomonee Falls on Tuesday
Local time
10:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 10 to 15 mph
12% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 11:33PM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 10:46PM CDT until April 16 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 18m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly highway, with 85% of the 111.4 miles on major roads like I 41. You'll experience an 85.5-mile stretch on I 41 before transitioning to surface roads like State Highway 47 and County Road A. Expect a consistent cruising speed for the majority of the trip, with a noticeable shift in traffic density and exit frequency as you move from the interstate to state and county routes.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 85.5 mi on I 41.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and State Highway 47. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in near WI 47 / State Highway 47.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 18m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles (WI 47 / State Highway 47): Navigation decision point; at 23 miles (CTH OO / West Northland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 24 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,103 ft
757 ft
Total Climb
565 ft
Total Descent
564 ft
Highest Point
1,103 ft
~71.6 mi in
Elevation Range
346 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.
On the drive from Cicero, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Milwaukee along the way.
Milwaukee
24 mi in
|
~42m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 18m. Total distance: 111.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 85.5 miles on I 41. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 3.9 miles (WI 47 / State Highway 47): Navigation decision point; at 23 miles (CTH OO / West Northland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 24 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Menomonee Falls, WI before heading back.
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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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