Origin
Menomonee Falls, WI
Late night in Menomonee Falls on Sunday
Local time
3:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Menomonee Falls, WI to Pardeeville, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
79.2 mi
128 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 44m
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6 AM
1h 52m
8 AM
2h 9m
10 AM
1h 58m
12 PM
1h 56m
3 PM
1h 59m
5 PM
2h 8m
8 PM
1h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Menomonee Falls, WI
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Pardeeville, WI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Menomonee Falls to Pardeeville, expect a straightforward 79.2-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 52 minutes. This trip is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. Budget approximately $12 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Wisconsin locations. Because the route stays entirely within the Midwest, you can anticipate familiar regional driving conditions throughout the trip. It is a practical choice for those who prefer a direct, no-fuss connection between these two points without the need for multiple stops.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.6 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 33 | 39 mi | 56m |
| I 41 | 20.2 mi | 21m |
| Schoenfeld Road | 6 mi | 8m |
| State Highway 44 | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Lake Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| US 151 | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| Ganske Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 33
— 39 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Menomonee Falls, WI and Pardeeville, 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
13 mi
·
13 min
·
I 41; US 41
Toward US 41 North: Fond du Lac, Appleton
Use the slight left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 72
Toward WI 33, CTH W: Allenton, West Bend
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left onto WI 33; CTH W
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
9
Continue on WI 33
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 33
10
Enter roundabout onto WI 33
119 ft
·
2 sec
·
State Highway 33
11
Continue on WI 33
8.4 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 33
12
Continue on Lake Street
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Street
13
Turn left onto WI 33
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Vine Street
14
Continue on WI 33
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Barstow Street
15
Continue on WI 33
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Main Street
16
Turn right onto Washington Street
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
Washington Street
17
Continue on WI 33
8.0 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 33
18
Continue on WI 33
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Park Avenue
19
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
20
Merge onto US 151
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 151
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward US 151 Business, CTH B: Beaver Dam
22
Turn left onto CTH B
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Ganske Road
23
Continue on CTH B; CTH W
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
County Road B
24
At end of road, turn right onto WI 33
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Schoenfeld Road
25
Continue on WI 33
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Spring Street
26
At end of road, turn left onto WI 33; CTH A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East State Street
27
Continue on WI 33; CTH A
18 mi
·
25 min
·
State Highway 33
28
Turn left onto WI 44
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 44
29
Continue on WI 44; CTH P
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Street
30
At end of road, turn left onto WI 22; CTH P
201 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Main Street
31
Arrive at destination
WI 22; CTH P
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule rather than worrying about strict timing. While the drive is short enough to complete in one go, keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before you leave Menomonee Falls is a smart move to ensure you stay within your $12 budget. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, feel free to pull over whenever you need a quick stretch or a break from the highway. Pay close attention to the transition between I-41 and the smaller stretches of State Highway 33, as road conditions can shift once you exit the main interstate. Staying alert during that 39-mile stretch on the state highway will help you maintain a comfortable pace for the duration of the trip.
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 39.6 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39 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 17 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.6 miles or 52m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pardeeville, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Menomonee Falls, WI
This is one driving day of about 79.2 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 33 for about 39 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.6 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 165 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 79.2 — 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
21.6 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward WI 33, CTH W: Allenton, West Bend
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 72
Toward WI 33, CTH W: Allenton, West Bend
5
49.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward US 151 Business, CTH B: Beaver Dam
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 151 Business, CTH B: Beaver Dam
5
79.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
|
WI 22; CTH P / North Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto WI 22; CTH P / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.38 one way
$24.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.59 | $27.19 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.24 | $30.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.49 | $34.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.32 | $3.80 |
| Efficient EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.93 | $3.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.7 | 0 | $11.09 | $5.07 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Pardeeville, WI
Late night in Pardeeville on Sunday
Local time
3:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°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
16 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
1h 52m 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 heavily highway-focused, with about 80% of your time spent on major thoroughfares like I-41 and State Highway 33. You will find yourself settling into a steady rhythm, particularly during the longest uninterrupted stretch, which spans 39 miles along State Highway 33. The transition from the interstate to secondary roads provides a shift in pace, though the overall personality of the drive remains efficient and functional. Navigating via Schoenfeld Road helps round out the connection, ensuring you reach your destination without unnecessary detours. Expect a consistent, predictable experience behind the wheel that prioritizes getting you to Pardeeville as efficiently as possible.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39 mi on State Highway 33.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 33 and I 41. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
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 79.2 miles you will encounter 16 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 21.6 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.
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 Pardeeville, WI, road signs point toward Appleton, Cth W: Allenton, Bend and Cth B: Beaver Dam.
Appleton
8.6 mi in
|
~11m
|
via I 41; US 41
Cth W: Allenton
21.6 mi in
|
~25m
Bend
21.6 mi in
|
~25m
Cth B: Beaver Dam
49.1 mi in
|
~1h 5m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 52m. Total distance: 79.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 39 miles on State Highway 33. 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: 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 21.6 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 Pardeeville, 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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