Traveling from Monona to Menomonee Falls is a straightforward 73.8-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 32 minutes to complete. Because this trip is well within the range of a comfortable day excursion, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $11 on fuel, making this an economical choice for a quick regional transit. The route stays entirely within the Midwest, moving across Wisconsin via a corridor dominated by major thoroughfares. It is a highly practical drive for those looking to connect these two points efficiently without unnecessary detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.9 miles from Monona, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 42m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
54.7 mi
58m
West Main Street
4.6 mi
9m
Redford Boulevard
4.5 mi
7m
South Stoughton Road
3 mi
4m
WI 30
1.8 mi
2m
Waukesha Avenue
1.5 mi
2m
Main Street
1.2 mi
2m
Pflaum Road
0.9 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 54.7 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monona, WI and Menomonee Falls, WI.
1
Start on Nichols Road
0.4 mi·59 sec·Nichols Road
2
Continue on Pflaum Road
0.9 mi·2 min·Pflaum Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto US 51
3.0 mi·4 min·South Stoughton Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·29 sec
5
Merge onto WI 30
1.8 mi·2 min·WI 30
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 94
55 mi·58 min·I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·31 sec
Exit 295Toward CTH F: Waukesha, SussexUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
188 ft·6 sec
Toward CTH F North: Waukesha, Sussex
9
Turn left onto CTH F
4.5 mi·7 min·Redford Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Continue on CTH F
1.5 mi·2 min·Waukesha Avenue
11
Turn straight
374 ft·12 sec
12
Turn straight onto CTH F
1.2 mi·2 min·Main Street
13
At end of road, turn left onto CTH F; CTH V
0.4 mi·54 sec·Town Line Road
14
Enter roundabout onto CTH F
74 ft·4 sec·West Main Street
15
Continue on CTH F
4.6 mi·9 min·West Main Street
16
Turn left onto WI 175
21 ft·0 sec·Appleton Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
WI 175
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of total scheduling flexibility. While the drive takes less than two hours, it is wise to monitor traffic patterns on I-94 to avoid potential congestion during peak commuting hours. Because there are no designated stops required for this 73.8-mile distance, you can complete the journey in one fluid push. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before departing Monona, as the $11 budget assumes efficient highway driving. Staying alert during the final transition onto Redford Boulevard will ensure you navigate the turn-by-turn local sections with ease after coming off the fast-paced interstate.
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 36.9 miles from Monona, WI, or about 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.7 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 16 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.9 miles or 42m 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 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Menomonee Falls, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Monona, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Monona, WI
This is one driving day of about 73.8 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Monona, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 54.7 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 61.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.3 mi into trip|~3m in|US 51 / South Stoughton Road
Turn left onto US 51 / South Stoughton Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
4.6 mi into trip|~8m in|WI 30
Merge onto WI 30
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
6.5 mi into trip|~10m in|I 94
Merge onto I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
61.2 mi into trip|~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward CTH F: Waukesha, Sussex
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 295
Toward CTH F: Waukesha, Sussex
7
61.5 mi into trip|~1h 9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CTH F North: Waukesha, Sussex
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward CTH F North: Waukesha, Sussex
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.54 one way
$23.08 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$12.67
$25.34
premium
$4.89
$14.20
$28.40
diesel
$5.61
$16.29
$32.59
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: 25.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.1
0
$7.75
$3.54
Efficient EV
18.5
0
$6.46
$2.95
EV Truck/SUV
29.5
0
$10.33
$4.72
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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 20, 2026
Origin
Monona, WI
Late night
in Monona on Tuesday
Local time
4:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Menomonee Falls, WI
Late night
in Menomonee Falls on Tuesday
Local time
4:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°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
3 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 32m 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 highway-focused drive relies heavily on I-94, which accounts for 77% of your total travel time. You will settle into a steady rhythm during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 54.7 miles on the interstate. As you transition off the highway, the character of the road shifts toward local navigation using West Main Street and Redford Boulevard to reach your final destination. Expect a consistent, functional driving experience that favors speed and directness over winding backroads. It is a predictable commute that allows you to maintain a steady pace for the vast majority of the trip.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 54.7 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and West Main Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near US 51 / South Stoughton Road.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.8 miles you will encounter 10 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 1.3 miles (US 51 / South Stoughton Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (WI 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
Between Monona, WI and Menomonee Falls, WI, road signs point toward Cth F: Waukesha, Sussex and Cth F North: Waukesha.
Cth F: Waukesha
61.2 mi in|~1h 8m
Sussex
61.2 mi in|~1h 8m
Cth F North: Waukesha
61.5 mi in|~1h 9m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 73.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 54.7 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Menomonee Falls, WI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 1.3 miles (US 51 / South Stoughton Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (WI 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.5 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Menomonee Falls, WI before heading back.
