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Trip from Eau Claire, WI to Hebron, WI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 4m
Distance
213.2 mi
343 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 52m
★
6 AM
4h 5m
8 AM
4h 31m
10 AM
4h 14m
12 PM
4h 11m
3 PM
4h 15m
5 PM
4h 30m
8 PM
3h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eau Claire, WI
Wikimedia Commons
Hebron, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
This 213.2-mile drive from Eau Claire, WI to Hebron, WI is a solid choice for a single-day road trip, taking approximately 4 hours and 4 minutes to complete. The majority of your journey, about 93% of it, will be on the interstate, specifically I-94. You'll also navigate a portion on State Highway 89 and State Highway 106 as you approach your destination. With a fuel cost estimated at $33, this is an economical trip through the Midwest. Given its manageable length, you can easily complete this drive in one go, making it a convenient option for a weekend getaway or a mid-week excursion.
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
106.6 miles from Eau Claire, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 187.3 mi | 3h 20m |
| State Highway 89 | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| State Highway 106 | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| County Road N | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| South Hastings Way | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| US Highway 18 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| West Racine Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 187.3 mi, about 3h 20m
Traffic on I-94
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 24 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,327 veh/hr typical · worst 1,778
Quietest
2 AM
~104 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
12.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 52 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 Eau Claire, WI and Hebron, WI.
1
Start on East Grand Avenue
35 ft
·
5 sec
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East Grand Avenue
2
Turn right onto South Farwell Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Farwell Street
3
Turn left onto Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
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Washington Street
4
Continue on Harding Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Harding Avenue
5
Continue on Brackett Avenue
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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Brackett Avenue
6
Turn slight right
515 ft
·
18 sec
7
Turn straight onto US 53 Business
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Hastings Way
8
Take the ramp onto US 53 Business
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Hastings Way
9
Turn straight onto US 53
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
US 53
Toward US 53 South: Brackett
10
Enter roundabout onto US 53
378 ft
·
5 sec
·
US 53
11
Continue on US 53
441 ft
·
8 sec
·
US 53
12
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
13
Merge onto I 94
168 mi
·
2 hr 59 min
·
I 94
Use the straight lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
19 mi
·
20 min
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I 94
Exit 138A
Toward I 94: Milwaukee
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 259
Toward WI 89: Lake Mills, Waterloo
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork
117 ft
·
3 sec
17
Turn right onto WI 89; CTH G
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
18
Continue on WI 89; CTH G
5.1 mi
·
8 min
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State Highway 89
19
At end of road, turn left onto US 18; WI 89
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 18
20
Continue on US 18
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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West Racine Street
21
Turn right onto WI 26 Business; CTH N
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
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South Main Street
22
Turn left onto CTH N
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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East Dane Street
23
Continue on CTH N
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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South Whitewater Avenue
24
Continue on CTH N
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
County Road N
25
Turn left onto WI 106
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 106
26
Turn right onto CTH D
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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County Road D
27
Turn right
17 ft
·
1 sec
28
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4-hour, 4-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Eau Claire to maximize daylight and minimize traffic. With only one stop recommended, plan it strategically along the 187.3-mile stretch on I-94 for fuel and a break. The $33 fuel cost suggests this is an efficient trip, but always check your tires and fluids before you leave. Keep an eye out for the transitions from I-94 to State Highway 89 and then State Highway 106; these are your key navigation points as you get closer to Hebron.
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 106.6 miles from Eau Claire, WI, or about 1h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 187.3 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 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106.6 miles or 1h 58m 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 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hebron, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Eau Claire, 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 Eau Claire, WI
This is one driving day of about 213.2 miles and 4h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Eau Claire, 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 187.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
107 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 106.6 miles from Eau Claire, 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 187.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Millston Rest Area 53
0 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Portage Rest Area 11
0.1 mi from route
Poynette Rest Area 12
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Rest area
0.2 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.2 mi from route
Black River Falls Rest Area 54
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.3 mi from route
TA
0.3 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Mauston Rest Area 10
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
Rest Area
1.5 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 5.4 and 193.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
5.4 mi into trip
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~9m in
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US 53
Enter roundabout onto US 53
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
6 mi into trip
|
~10m 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
173.9 mi into trip
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~3h 10m in
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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
193.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 31m in
Take the exit toward WI 89: Lake Mills, Waterloo
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 259
Toward WI 89: Lake Mills, Waterloo
5
193.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 31m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.45 one way
$70.89 round trip
$4.22/gal
25.4 MPG avg
75 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $38.61 | $77.22 |
| premium | $5.18 | $43.50 | $87.01 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $44.91 | $89.81 |
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: 74.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64 | 0 | $22.39 | $10.23 |
| Efficient EV | 53.3 | 0 | $18.66 | $8.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 85.3 | 1 | $29.85 | $13.64 |
Gas CO2
75 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.
Origin
Eau Claire, WI
Afternoon in Eau Claire on Wednesday
Local time
3:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Partly Sunny
SE 5 to 10 mph
3% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Hebron, WI
Afternoon in Hebron on Wednesday
Local time
3:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Mostly Sunny
E 5 mph
1% chance
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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 4m 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 117.6
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for this route, with 93% of the mileage spent on major interstates and highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 187.3 miles, primarily on I-94, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent speed. As you transition from I-94 onto State Highway 89 and then State Highway 106, you might notice a slight change in pace and scenery, moving from the broad sweep of the interstate to more localized routes. This mix offers a predictable yet varied driving experience.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 187.3 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 89. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.4 miles in near US 53.
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 213.2 miles you will encounter 15 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 5.4 miles (US 53): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 6 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 173.9 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,078 ft
789 ft
Total Climb
540 ft
Total Descent
490 ft
Highest Point
1,078 ft
~45.7 mi in
Elevation Range
289 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 Eau Claire, WI to Hebron, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Waterloo along the way.
Waterloo
193.3 mi in
|
~3h 31m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Olson's Ice Cream
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
Eau Claire, WI
Cuisine: ice_cream
Visit websiteNorthbound Supply Co.
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Eau Claire, WI
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteSoul Brewed Coffee Roasters
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
0 mi from route
Eau Claire, WI
ECDC - Eau Claire Dowtown Coffee
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
Eau Claire, WI
Hours: Mo-Su 06:00-17:00
Grand Avenue Cafe
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Hours: Mo-Su 07:30-14:30
Star Cup
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Eau Claire, WI
Cuisine: bubble_tea
The Reboot Social
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
Eau Claire, WI
Visit websiteBlue Ox Running
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
Eau Claire, WI
Visit websiteMadden Ramen
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
Eau Claire, WI
Cuisine: ramen
Visit websiteJimmy John's
Fast_food
Near the start, right off the route
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Eau Claire, WI
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: Mo-Su 11:00-20:00
Visit websiteThe Informalist
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
Eau Claire, WI
Hours: Mo-Th 15:00-22:00; Fr 15:00-24:00; Sa 08...
Rice Palace
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
Eau Claire, WI
Cuisine: thai
Hours: Mo-Su 11:00-21:00
Hobart Playground
Park
Near the start, right off the route
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Jellystone Campground
Camp_site
Early in the drive, right off the route
Early stretch
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
McDonough Playground
Park
Near the start, right off the route
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Kaiser Field
Park
Near the start, short detour
1.3 mi from route
~3 min detour
Twin Bluffs Cave
Attraction
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1.5 mi from route
~4 min detour
Rod and Gun Park
Park
Near the start, short detour
1.5 mi from route
~4 min detour
Bishop Wilson Memorial Building
Yes
Near the start, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
WI
Adin Randall Statue
Monument
Near the start, right off the route
0.6 mi from route
~2 min detour
Visit website
Henry Aaron memorial
Memorial
Near the start, short detour
1.1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Eau Claire County Old Orchard Cemetery
Memorial
Near the start, short detour
2.3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Castle Rock
Memorial
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
2.7 mi from route
~7 min detour
Visit website
Hop Raising
Memorial
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
2.8 mi from route
~7 min detour
The Lismore Hotel Eau Claire - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
Hotel
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
Eau Claire, WI
Visit websiteThe Oxbow Hotel
Hotel
Near the start, right off the route
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Stoney Creek RV Resort and Campground
Caravan_site
Near the start, right off the route
First break
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Jellystone Campground
Camp_site
Early in the drive, right off the route
Early stretch
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Kennedy Park
Camp_site
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1.8 mi from route
~5 min detour
New Lisbon, WI
Westgate Motel
Motel
Near the start, short detour
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
About the Cities
Starting in Eau Claire, WI
Full guide →Eau Claire (pronounced: O'Clare, French for clear water) is a city of about 62,000 in Northwest Wisconsin.
Top landmarks
- • Sacred Heart Church — church building in Wisconsin, United States of America
- • Martin Van Buren Barron House — historic house in Wisconsin, United States
- • Brady Anderson and Waldemar Ager House — United States historic place
Arriving in Hebron, WI
Full guide →Top landmarks
- • Hebron Town Hall — town hall in Hebron, Wisconsin
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 4m. Total distance: 213.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 4m 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 187.3 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 17 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.
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 5.4 miles (US 53): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 6 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 173.9 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Hebron, 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, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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