Origin
Manitowoc Rapids, WI
Late night in Manitowoc Rapids on Sunday
Local time
5:05 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manitowoc Rapids, WI to Meeme, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
25m
Distance
16.8 mi
27 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manitowoc Rapids, WI
Tom Fisk
Meeme, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Manitowoc Rapids to Meeme is 16.8 miles and takes about 25 minutes via I 43, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Wisconsin's Midwest region, offering a straightforward journey. It's a quick drive, perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently without a lot of fuss. Consider this route if you're looking for a simple, direct connection between these two Wisconsin locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 43 | 10.8 mi | 11m |
| North Avenue | 3.2 mi | 7m |
| North Rapids Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Calumet Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| State Highway 42 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 43
— 10.8 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manitowoc Rapids, WI and Meeme, WI.
1
Start on CTH R
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
North Rapids Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn right onto WI 42
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Calumet Avenue
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 43
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 43
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 137
Toward CTH XX: Kiel, Cleveland
6
Keep slight right at fork
169 ft
·
6 sec
7
Turn straight onto CTH XX
3.2 mi
·
7 min
·
North Avenue
8
Turn left onto WI 42
51 ft
·
1 sec
·
State Highway 42
9
Arrive at destination
WI 42
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 13.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CTH R / North Rapids Road
Depart onto CTH R / North Rapids Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
WI 42 / Calumet Avenue
Turn right onto WI 42 / Calumet Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
2.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
13.3 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward CTH XX: Kiel, Cleveland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 137
Toward CTH XX: Kiel, Cleveland
5
13.6 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.63 one way
$5.25 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.88 | $5.77 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.23 | $6.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.71 | $7.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.76 | $0.81 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.47 | $0.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.35 | $1.08 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Meeme, WI
Late night in Meeme on Sunday
Local time
5:05 AM
CDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
19 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
25m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 primarily highway-focused, with 64% of the route utilizing major highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 10.8 miles on I 43 without interruption, offering a consistent pace. The initial part of your journey will involve navigating local roads like North Rapids Road and North Avenue before merging onto the interstate. Expect a smooth, relatively fast drive for most of the 16.8 miles, characterized by the efficiency of highway travel.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.8 mi on I 43.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 43 and North Avenue. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CTH R / North Rapids Road.
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 16.8 miles you will encounter 7 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: near the start (CTH R / North Rapids Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (WI 42 / Calumet Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
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 Manitowoc Rapids, WI and Meeme, WI, road signs point toward Cth Xx: Kiel and Cleveland.
Cth Xx: Kiel
13.3 mi in
|
~16m
Cleveland
13.3 mi in
|
~16m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 25m. Total distance: 16.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.8 miles on I 43. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CTH R / North Rapids Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (WI 42 / Calumet Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Meeme, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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