Origin
Menomonee Falls, WI
Late night in Menomonee Falls on Sunday
Local time
2:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Menomonee Falls, WI to Spring Valley, 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 31m
Distance
68.1 mi
110 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 24m
★
6 AM
1h 31m
8 AM
1h 45m
10 AM
1h 36m
12 PM
1h 35m
3 PM
1h 37m
5 PM
1h 44m
8 PM
1h 27m
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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Spring Valley, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Menomonee Falls, WI to Spring Valley, WI is 68.1 miles and takes about 1h 31m via I 43, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive stays within the Midwest region, connecting two points in Wisconsin. It's a straightforward trip, making it a good option for a quick getaway or a functional transit day. You'll likely find this route to be efficient for getting from point A to point B without significant detours. Consider this a practical, no-frills journey that prioritizes speed and directness.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.1 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 43 | 35.1 mi | 37m |
| North-South Freeway | 10.6 mi | 11m |
| State Highway 42 | 8.9 mi | 14m |
| West Brown Deer Road | 7.4 mi | 14m |
| Main Street | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Pioneer Road | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Madison Avenue | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| North Wisconsin Drive | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 43
— 35.1 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Menomonee Falls, WI and Spring Valley, WI.
1
Start on WI 175
21 ft
·
4 sec
·
Appleton Avenue
2
Turn left onto Main Street
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue on WI 100
7.4 mi
·
14 min
·
West Brown Deer Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 43 North, WI 32 North
5
Merge onto I 43
11 mi
·
11 min
·
North-South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 43; WI 57
35 mi
·
37 min
·
I 43; WI 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 128
Toward WI 42: Sheboygan, Howards Grove
8
Enter roundabout onto WI 42
197 ft
·
3 sec
·
WI 42
9
Continue on WI 42
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
WI 42
10
Enter roundabout onto WI 42
127 ft
·
2 sec
·
State Highway 42
11
Continue on WI 42
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
State Highway 42
12
Enter roundabout onto WI 42
168 ft
·
2 sec
·
State Highway 42
13
Continue on WI 42
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 42
14
Enter roundabout onto WI 42
129 ft
·
2 sec
·
State Highway 42
15
Continue on WI 42
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 42
16
Enter roundabout onto WI 42
109 ft
·
1 sec
·
State Highway 42
17
Continue on WI 42
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 42
18
Continue on WI 42
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
Madison Avenue
19
Turn slight right onto WI 42
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
North Wisconsin Drive
20
Continue on WI 42
5.5 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 42
21
Turn left onto CTH MM
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Pioneer Road
22
Arrive at destination
CTH MM
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of about 1.5 hours, this trip offers a lot of flexibility for when you depart. You could easily leave in the morning and arrive before lunch, or head out in the afternoon. There are no specific mandatory stops indicated, so you can tailor your breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 35.1-mile stretch on I 43, to ensure you have enough to reach your destination comfortably. Planning to leave mid-morning might help you avoid the busiest traffic periods.
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 34.1 miles from Menomonee Falls, WI, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.1 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 15 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.1 miles or 46m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spring Valley, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 68.1 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 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 43 for about 35.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.1 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 10.6 and 56.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
10.6 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
I 43 / North-South Freeway
Merge onto I 43 / North-South Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
56.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward WI 42: Sheboygan, Howards Grove
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 128
Toward WI 42: Sheboygan, Howards Grove
5
56.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
WI 42
Enter roundabout onto WI 42
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
56.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
WI 42 / State Highway 42
Enter roundabout onto WI 42 / State Highway 42
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
56.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
WI 42 / State Highway 42
Enter roundabout onto WI 42 / State Highway 42
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.65 one way
$21.29 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.69 | $23.38 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.11 | $26.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.04 | $30.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.15 | $3.27 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.96 | $2.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.53 | $4.36 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Spring Valley, WI
Late night in Spring Valley on Sunday
Local time
2:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
41°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
21 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 31m 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 a highway experience, with an 80% share of its total mileage on major roadways like I 43 and the North-South Freeway. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 35.1 miles on I 43, offering a period of consistent cruising. While largely highway-focused, the route incorporates State Highway 42, potentially introducing a slight shift in pace as you transition. Expect a generally smooth and predictable drive, characteristic of interstate travel, with minimal complexity.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.1 mi on I 43.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 43 and North-South Freeway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 10.6 miles in near I 43 / North-South Freeway.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 31m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.6 miles (I 43 / North-South Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 56.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.5 miles (WI 42): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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 Menomonee Falls, WI to Spring Valley, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Howards Grove along the way.
Howards Grove
56.4 mi in
|
~1h 10m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 68.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 35.1 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: at 10.6 miles (I 43 / North-South Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 56.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.5 miles (WI 42): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Spring Valley, 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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