Origin
Osseo, WI
Afternoon in Osseo on Sunday
Local time
12:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Osseo, WI to Eau Claire, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
32m
Distance
24.4 mi
39 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
★
6 AM
0h 33m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 35m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 35m
5 PM
0h 38m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Osseo, WI
Tom Fisk
Eau Claire, WI
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick, direct trek through the heart of Wisconsin, the 24.7-mile journey from Osseo to Eau Claire is an ideal choice. This short trip takes approximately 29 minutes to complete, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Since the route utilizes local roads like 2nd Street, Harmony Street, and 10th Street rather than major interstates, you can expect a very manageable fuel cost of about $4. Because the entire drive stays within the Midwest, the transition between these two towns is seamless and familiar. You won't need to worry about overnight logistics for this quick hop, as it serves as a straightforward connection between the two locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 17 mi | 18m |
| South Hastings Way | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| US 53 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| 10th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Harding Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South Farwell Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Brackett Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Harmony Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 17 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Osseo, WI and Eau Claire, WI.
1
Start on West Street
368 ft
·
18 sec
·
West Street
2
Turn right onto 2nd Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
2nd Street
3
Turn left onto US 53
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Harmony Street
4
Turn right onto US 10
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
10th Street
5
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
6
Merge onto I 94
17 mi
·
18 min
·
I 94
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward US 53: Eau Claire, Superior
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
Toward US 53 North: Eau Claire, Superior
9
Merge onto US 53
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US 53
10
Take the exit onto US 53 Business
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
South Hastings Way
Toward US 53 Business: Hastings Way
11
Turn left onto Brackett Avenue
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Brackett Avenue
12
Continue on Harding Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Harding Avenue
13
Continue on Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Washington Street
14
Turn right onto South Farwell Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Farwell Street
15
Turn left onto East Grand Avenue
35 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Grand Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
East Grand Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 20.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
2nd Street
Turn right onto 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
18.9 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward US 53: Eau Claire, Superior
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 53: Eau Claire, Superior
6
19.1 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 53 North: Eau Claire, Superior
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 53 North: Eau Claire, Superior
4
20.9 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
US 53 Business / South Hastings Way
Take the exit onto US 53 Business / South Hastings Way toward US 53 Business: Hastings Way
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 53 Business: Hastings Way
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.81 one way
$7.63 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.19 | $8.38 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.70 | $9.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.39 | $10.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.56 | $1.17 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Eau Claire, WI
Afternoon in Eau Claire on Sunday
Local time
12:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°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
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
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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged from start to finish. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero highway driving, meaning your speed will be dictated by local traffic and road geometry. Navigating via 2nd Street, Harmony Street, and 10th Street requires your full attention as you transition between residential and local road segments. The lack of high-speed highway stretches creates a more intimate driving experience where you can really feel the character of the rural and local landscape. It is a practical, no-frills route that prioritizes local connectivity over rapid transit.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and South Hastings Way. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 2nd Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 24.4 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 0.1 miles (2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 18.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Osseo, WI to Eau Claire, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Superior along the way.
Superior
18.9 mi in
|
~23m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 32m. Total distance: 24.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
32m 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 17 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 Eau Claire, 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 0.1 miles (2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 18.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Eau Claire, 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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