Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
23m
Distance
14 mi
23 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Merrillan, WI
대정 김
Northfield, WI
Tom Fisk
Merrillan to Northfield is 14 miles and takes about 23 minutes via State Highway 121, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within Wisconsin's Midwest region, offering a straightforward connection between two points. With nearly all of the drive on highways, it's a quick and efficient way to get from point A to point B. Consider this route for its simplicity and speed, perfect for a quick transfer or when you just need to cover a short distance with minimal fuss.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 121 | 8.2 mi | 14m |
| State Highway 95 | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| WI 121 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Pearl Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| County Road FF | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Merrillan, WI and Northfield, WI.
Start on South Main Street
Turn left onto WI 95
Continue on WI 95
Continue on WI 95
Continue on WI 95
Turn right onto WI 121
Continue on WI 121; CTH FF
Turn right onto CTH FF
Arrive at destination
3 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 14 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto WI 95 / West Pearl Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto WI 121 / State Highway 121
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto CTH FF / County Road FF
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$2.33 one way
$4.66 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $2.54 | $5.07 |
| premium | $5.18 | $2.86 | $5.71 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $2.95 | $5.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.47 | $0.67 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.23 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.96 | $0.90 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Merrillan on Wednesday
Local time
6:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Evening in Northfield on Wednesday
Local time
6:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive is 90% highway, meaning you'll spend most of your time on high-speed roads. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 8.2 miles on State Highway 121. Expect to transition from highway cruising to surface streets as you approach Northfield. The predominant highway profile suggests minimal traffic lights and straightforward driving for most of the trip.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 121 and State Highway 95. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WI 95 / West Pearl Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Merrillan, WI to Northfield, WI is easy. At 23m with 90% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WI 95 / West Pearl Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.5 miles (WI 121 / State Highway 121): Navigation decision point; at 14 miles (CTH FF / County Road FF): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
183 ft
Total Descent
166 ft
Highest Point
1,049 ft
~11 mi in
Elevation Range
116 ft
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 23m. Total distance: 14 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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