Origin
Oshkosh, WI
Late night in Oshkosh on Sunday
Local time
2:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oshkosh, 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
47m
Distance
30.9 mi
50 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 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oshkosh, WI
Dina mandarina
Metz, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
This 30.9-mile drive from Oshkosh, WI to Metz, WI is a short, manageable trip that can easily be completed in about 47 minutes. It's an ideal day trip, allowing you to focus on your destination without needing an overnight stay. The route primarily utilizes US 45 and US Highway 10, with a section on Algoma Boulevard, making it a straightforward journey through the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $5, this drive is very budget-friendly. You'll find it to be a convenient way to travel between two points within Wisconsin.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 45 | 15.6 mi | 18m |
| US Highway 10 | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| Algoma Boulevard | 2.5 mi | 6m |
| County Road AH | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| State Highway 110 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Tustin Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| County Road HH | 1 mi | 2m |
| US Highway 45 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 45
— 15.6 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oshkosh, WI and Metz, WI.
1
Start on US 45
73 ft
·
9 sec
·
Jackson Street
2
Turn left onto WI 44
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
West Irving Avenue
3
Continue on Elmwood Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Elmwood Avenue
4
At end of road, turn right onto Algoma Boulevard
2.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Algoma Boulevard
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
Enter roundabout onto US 45
107 ft
·
2 sec
·
US Highway 45
6
Continue on US 45
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
US Highway 45
7
Enter roundabout onto US 45
115 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 45
8
Continue on US 45
16 mi
·
18 min
·
US 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
US Highway 10
Toward US 10 West: Stevens Point
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward WI 96, WI 110, CTH II: Fremont
11
Turn right onto WI 96; WI 110
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
State Highway 110
12
At end of road, turn left onto WI 96
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 110
13
Turn left onto Tustin Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Tustin Road
14
Turn right onto CTH AH
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
County Road AH
15
Continue on CTH AH
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road AH
16
Turn right onto CTH HH
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road HH
17
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 30.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.5 miles from Oshkosh, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 25.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
WI 44 / West Irving Avenue
Turn left onto WI 44 / West Irving Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Algoma Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto Algoma Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
18.9 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
US 10 / US Highway 10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10 / US Highway 10 toward US 10 West: Stevens Point
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 10 West: Stevens Point
5
24.8 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward WI 96, WI 110, CTH II: Fremont
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward WI 96, WI 110, CTH II: Fremont
5
25.5 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
WI 96 / State Highway 110
At end of road, turn left onto WI 96 / State Highway 110
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.83 one way
$9.66 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.30 | $10.61 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.95 | $11.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.82 | $13.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.8 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 | 9.3 | 0 | $3.24 | $1.48 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.70 | $1.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.33 | $1.98 |
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
2:50 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
24 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
47m 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 predominantly highway-focused, with 75% of the journey on major roads. You'll experience a longest stretch of 15.6 miles on US 45, offering a continuous period of consistent speed. The character of the route is likely to be efficient, designed for straightforward travel rather than extensive sightseeing. Expect a mix of well-maintained highways that facilitate easy progress toward your destination.
75% 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: 15.6 mi on US 45.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 45 and US Highway 10. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WI 44 / West Irving Avenue.
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 30.9 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (WI 44 / West Irving Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Algoma Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.9 miles (US 10 / US Highway 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Oshkosh, WI to Metz, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Cth Ii: Fremont along the way.
Cth Ii: Fremont
24.8 mi in
|
~33m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 30.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.6 miles on US 45. 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: near the start (WI 44 / West Irving Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Algoma Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.9 miles (US 10 / US Highway 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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