If you are planning a trip from Menomonee Falls to Bonduel, expect a straightforward 120.9-mile journey across Wisconsin. The drive typically takes about 2 hours and 29 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $16 for fuel to cover the distance. Since the route is efficient and relatively short, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay unless your schedule demands a slower pace. You will remain within the Midwest throughout the entire trip, moving between two familiar Wisconsin communities. This route is designed for travelers who prioritize a direct, highway-focused path over scenic detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
60.4 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 6m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 41
86.7 mi
1h 33m
State Highway 47
20.6 mi
30m
County Road A
5.9 mi
10m
North Lynndale Drive
3.1 mi
5m
South Main Street
1.1 mi
1m
West Northland Avenue
0.9 mi
1m
South Cecil Street
0.8 mi
2m
Main Street
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 86.7 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Menomonee Falls, WI and Bonduel, WI.
1
Start on WI 175
21 ft·4 sec·Appleton Avenue
2
Turn left onto Main Street
0.7 mi·1 min·Main Street
3
Turn left onto Pilgrim Road
0.3 mi·44 sec·Pilgrim Road
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·52 sec
Toward I 41 North, US 41 North, US 45 North: Appleton, West Bend
5
Merge onto I 41; US 41; US 45
7.2 mi·7 min·I 41; US 41; US 45
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41
79 mi·1 hr 25 min·I 41; US 41
Toward US 41 North: Fond du Lac, AppletonUse the slight left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Exit 139Toward CTH 00, WIS 15: New LondonUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
233 ft·7 sec
Toward CTH 00
9
Turn straight onto CTH OO
0.9 mi·1 min·West Northland Avenue
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto CTH A
2.0 mi·3 min·North Lynndale Drive
Use the left lane.
11
Enter roundabout onto CTH A
117 ft·2 sec·North Lynndale Drive
12
Continue on CTH A
1.0 mi·1 min·North Lynndale Drive
13
Continue on CTH A
5.9 mi·10 min·County Road A
14
At end of road, turn left onto WI 47; CTH A
3.5 mi·4 min·State Highway 47
15
Continue on WI 47
1.1 mi·1 min·South Main Street
16
Continue on WI 47
17 mi·25 min·State Highway 47
17
Continue on WI 117
0.8 mi·2 min·South Cecil Street
18
Turn right onto CTH BE
336 ft·18 sec·East Green Bay Street
19
Turn left onto Church Street
294 ft·12 sec·Church Street
20
Arrive at destination
Church Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a manageable 120.9-mile route, you have significant flexibility with your departure time. Aiming to leave outside of peak commuting hours will help ensure you maintain the estimated 2-hour and 29-minute travel time. Since the trip involves no mandatory stops, you can easily complete it in one go, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is wise given the $16 estimated cost. If you prefer a more relaxed pace, consider that the final segments on County Road A offer a quieter driving environment compared to the initial interstate leg. Always verify road conditions on I 41 before heading out to ensure your trip remains as efficient as planned.
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 60.4 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.7 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 27 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.4 miles or 1h 6m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bonduel, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Menomonee Falls, 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 Menomonee Falls, WI
This is one driving day of about 120.9 miles and 2h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 41 for about 86.7 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 120.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 41 North, US 41 North, US 45 North: Appleton, West Bend
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 41 North, US 41 North, US 45 North: Ap...
8
8.6 mi into trip|~11m in|I 41; US 41
Keep slight left at fork onto I 41; US 41 toward US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
8
88 mi into trip|~1h 36m in
Take the exit toward CTH 00, WIS 15: New London
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 139
Toward CTH 00, WIS 15: New London
6
88.3 mi into trip|~1h 37m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CTH 00
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward CTH 00
5
120.8 mi into trip|~2h 29m in|Church Street
Turn left onto Church Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.90 one way
$37.80 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg42 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$20.75
$41.51
premium
$4.89
$23.27
$46.53
diesel
$5.61
$26.69
$53.39
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36.3
0
$12.69
$5.80
Efficient EV
30.2
0
$10.58
$4.84
EV Truck/SUV
48.4
0
$16.93
$7.74
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Menomonee Falls, WI
Night
in Menomonee Falls on Saturday
Local time
11:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bonduel, WI
Night
in Bonduel on Saturday
Local time
11:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
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
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
2h 29m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily weighted toward high-speed travel, with 89% of the journey spent on highways. You will spend the bulk of your time on I 41, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 86.7 miles. Transitioning from the interstate onto State Highway 47 and County Road A provides a shift in the driving experience as you move away from the major arterial roads. Expect a transition from busier, multi-lane interstate traffic to the more localized feel of state and county highways. It is a practical, efficient drive that keeps you moving toward your destination without the complexity of constant navigational changes.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.7 mi on I 41.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and State Highway 47. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
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 120.9 miles you will encounter 13 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 1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.6 miles (I 41; US 41): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Menomonee Falls, WI and Bonduel, WI, road signs point toward Appleton, Cth 00 and Wis 15: New London.
Appleton
8.6 mi in|~11m|via I 41; US 41
Cth 00
88 mi in|~1h 36m
Wis 15: New London
88 mi in|~1h 36m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 29m. Total distance: 120.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 86.7 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 1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.6 miles (I 41; US 41): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Bonduel, WI before heading back.
