De Pere to Holmen is 201.9 miles and takes about 4h 17m via I-90 and I-41, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Wisconsin, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. It's a largely straightforward drive that should be manageable for most drivers in a single day. The route is predominantly highway, making for efficient travel time. Consider this route if you're looking for a direct connection between these two Wisconsin locations without extensive detours.
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
101 miles from De Pere, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 90
64 mi
1h 8m
I 41
46.4 mi
50m
State Highway 82
28.1 mi
41m
State Highway 23
25.2 mi
36m
State Highway 44
14.8 mi
21m
US 53
5 mi
5m
State Highway 23 & 49
3.7 mi
5m
Underwood Avenue
1.8 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 64 mi, about 1h 8m
Traffic on I-41
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 120 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,209 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,779
Quietest
1 AM
~133 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
24.1×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 104 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 De Pere, WI and Holmen, WI.
1
Start on WI 57
460 ft·7 sec·South Broadway
2
Enter roundabout onto WI 32
19 ft·0 sec·Main Avenue
3
Continue on WI 32
1.4 mi·3 min·Main Avenue
4
Enter roundabout onto West Main Avenue
92 ft·2 sec·West Main Avenue
5
Continue on West Main Avenue
345 ft·6 sec·West Main Avenue
6
Enter roundabout onto West Main Avenue
101 ft·1 sec·West Main Avenue
7
Continue on West Main Avenue
0.2 mi·17 sec·West Main Avenue
8
Enter roundabout
23 ft·0 sec
Toward Appleton
9
Continue
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward Appleton
10
Merge onto I 41; US 41
46 mi·50 min·I 41; US 41
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 116Toward WI 44, WI 91Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
183 ft·4 sec
13
Turn right onto WI 44; WI 91
0.8 mi·1 min·Ripon Rd
14
Continue on WI 44
15 mi·21 min·State Highway 44
15
Continue on East Oshkosh Street
1.5 mi·4 min·East Oshkosh Street
16
Turn right onto WI 23; WI 49
1.4 mi·2 min·West Fond du Lac Street
17
Continue on WI 23; WI 49
3.7 mi·5 min·State Highway 23 & 49
18
Turn straight onto WI 23; CTH A
9.2 mi·12 min·State Highway 23
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on WI 23; WI 73
0.7 mi·1 min·South Fulton Street
20
Turn left onto WI 23; WI 73; CTH D; CTH J
0.8 mi·1 min·West Main Street
21
Turn left
150 ft·2 sec
22
Continue on WI 23
0.5 mi·42 sec·South 2nd Street
23
Continue on State Highway 23
9.9 mi·14 min·State Highway 23
24
Continue on WI 23; CTH C
0.6 mi·57 sec·East Montello Street
25
Continue on WI 23; CTH C
0.1 mi·10 sec·West Montello Street
26
Turn slight right onto WI 23; CTH C
1.8 mi·2 min·Underwood Avenue
27
Continue on WI 23
6.1 mi·8 min·State Highway 23
28
Continue on WI 82
3.5 mi·5 min·State Highway 82
29
Continue on WI 82
1.1 mi·1 min·East Ormsby Street
30
Continue on WI 82
25 mi·36 min·State Highway 82
31
Keep slight right at fork
278 ft·5 sec
32
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·42 sec
33
Merge onto I 90; I 94
24 mi·25 min·I 90; I 94
34
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
40 mi·43 min·I 90
Exit 45Toward I 90 West: Tomah, La Crosse
35
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward US 53 North, WI 157: La Crosse, Onalaska
36
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·18 sec
37
Merge onto US 53; WI 157
5.0 mi·5 min·US 53; WI 157
38
Take the exit
0.4 mi·55 sec
Toward WI 35 South, CTH HD
39
Turn straight onto CTH HD; WI 35 BUS
0.7 mi·1 min·Holmen Drive
40
Turn right onto CTH DH
0.1 mi·14 sec·West Gaarder Road
41
Enter roundabout onto CTH DH
238 ft·4 sec·County Highway DH
42
Continue on CTH DH
112 ft·2 sec·County Highway DH
43
Turn straight onto CTH DH
0.5 mi·52 sec·South Main Street
44
Turn right onto CTH D
70 ft·1 sec·County Highway D
45
Arrive at destination
CTH D
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4-hour drive, leaving in the morning is a good plan, allowing you ample time to reach Holmen before evening. With only one recommended stop and a mostly highway profile, you can easily complete this trip in a single day. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 64-mile stretch on I-90, to avoid unexpected stops. Since this is a relatively short, direct drive, you have flexibility in your departure time and pace. Plan to refuel before you hit the longest highway segment if you're concerned about gas availability.
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 101 miles from De Pere, WI, or about 2h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64 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 44 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 101 miles or 2h 14m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Holmen, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving De Pere, 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 De Pere, WI
This is one driving day of about 201.9 miles and 4h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from De Pere, 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 90 for about 64 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 154.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|WI 32 / Main Avenue
Enter roundabout onto WI 32 / Main Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
1.6 mi into trip|~3m in|West Main Avenue
Enter roundabout onto West Main Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
1.7 mi into trip|~3m in
Enter roundabout toward Appleton
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward Appleton
8
48.7 mi into trip|~55m in
Take the exit toward WI 44, WI 91
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 116
Toward WI 44, WI 91
7
154.2 mi into trip|~3h 24m in|I 90
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 toward I 90 West: Tomah, La Crosse
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 45
Toward I 90 West: Tomah, La Crosse
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.68 one way
$67.36 round trip
$4.24/gal25.4 MPG avg71 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.62
$36.75
$73.49
premium
$5.25
$41.76
$83.51
diesel
$6.28
$49.89
$99.77
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: 70.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
60.6
0
$21.20
$9.69
Efficient EV
50.5
0
$17.67
$8.08
EV Truck/SUV
80.8
1
$28.27
$12.92
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Oct 19, 2026
Origin
De Pere, WI
Evening
in De Pere on Thursday
Local time
7:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Holmen, WI
Evening
in Holmen on Thursday
Local time
7:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Mostly Sunny
S 5 mph0% chanceLive 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
22 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
4h 17m 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...
14 mi from route
~36 min detour
Free
near mile 104.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 93% of your time on the highway, which means you'll be cruising at higher speeds for most of this trip. The longest stretch without needing to exit or significantly change your speed is 64 miles on I-90. Surface roads will become more prominent towards the end of your drive. Expect a fairly consistent driving experience with numerous exits and entrances as you transition.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
45 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 64 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 41. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near WI 32 / Main Avenue.
Driving Effort8/10
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 201.9 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 0.1 miles (WI 32 / Main Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.6 miles (West Main Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.7 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,025 ft610 ft
Total Climb
618 ft
Total Descent
510 ft
Highest Point
1,025 ft
~158.6 mi in
Elevation Range
415 ft
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 De Pere, WI to Holmen, WI, road signs begin pointing toward La Crosse along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 17m. Total distance: 201.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 64 miles on I 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 14 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Holmen, WI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 14 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (WI 32 / Main Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.6 miles (West Main Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.7 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes — Ice Age National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Holmen, WI, but most travelers stay overnight.
