Origin
Omro, WI
Late night in Omro on Sunday
Local time
1:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Omro, WI to Metz, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
30.1 mi
48 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Omro, WI
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Metz, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
This 30.1-mile drive from Omro, WI to Metz, WI is a quick, easy trip that can easily be completed in under an hour, making it perfect for a single-day excursion. The route predominantly utilizes State Highway 49 and State Highway 21, with a short segment on County Road HH, making it a highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of just $5, this short journey is budget-friendly. Given its brevity and the straightforward nature of the drive, no overnight stays are necessary. This trip offers a simple way to connect two points within the Midwest region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 49 | 12.7 mi | 18m |
| State Highway 21 | 11 mi | 15m |
| County Road HH | 3.2 mi | 7m |
| County Highway I | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| West River Drive | 1 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Spruce State Route | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 49
— 12.7 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Omro, WI and Metz, WI.
1
Start on WI 21
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn right onto WI 21; WI 116; CTH F
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Spruce State Route
3
Turn left onto WI 21
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West River Drive
4
Continue on WI 21
11 mi
·
15 min
·
State Highway 21
5
Take the exit
171 ft
·
5 sec
6
Turn right onto WI 49
6.7 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 49
7
Continue on WI 49; CTH H
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Main Street
8
Continue on WI 49
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 49
9
Turn right onto CTH HH
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
County Road HH
10
Continue on CTH HH; CTH I
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
County Highway I
11
Continue on CTH HH
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road HH
12
Arrive at destination
CTH HH
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15 miles from Omro, 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 55 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 25.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
WI 21; WI 116; CTH F / Spruce State Route
Turn right onto WI 21; WI 116; CTH F / Spruce State Route
Navigation decision point
3
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
WI 21 / West River Drive
Turn left onto WI 21 / West River Drive
Navigation decision point
3
12.3 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
3
12.3 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
WI 49 / State Highway 49
Turn right onto WI 49 / State Highway 49
Navigation decision point
4
25.6 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
CTH HH / County Road HH
Turn right onto CTH HH / County Road HH
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.71 one way
$9.41 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.17 | $10.33 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.79 | $11.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.65 | $13.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.93 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Metz, WI
Late night in Metz on Sunday
Local time
1:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
48m 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?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 79% of the journey taking place on main roads. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 12.7 miles on State Highway 49, offering a consistent driving pace. The drive transitions smoothly between State Highway 49 and State Highway 21 before concluding on County Road HH, providing a familiar road feel for much of the 48-minute duration. This highway-centric profile suggests a drive where maintaining speed is generally straightforward.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.7 mi on State Highway 49.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 49 and State Highway 21. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near WI 21; WI 116; CTH F / Spruce State Route.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Omro, WI to Metz, WI is easy. At 48m with 79% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (WI 21; WI 116; CTH F / Spruce State Route): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (WI 21 / West River Drive): Navigation decision point; at 12.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 30.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.7 miles on State Highway 49. 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 0.1 miles (WI 21; WI 116; CTH F / Spruce State Route): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (WI 21 / West River Drive): Navigation decision point; at 12.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes — Ice Age National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Metz, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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