Origin
Roberts, WI
Night in Roberts on Saturday
Local time
11:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Roberts, 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
1h 11m
Distance
58.6 mi
94 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Roberts, WI
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Eau Claire, WI
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 58.6-mile drive from Roberts, WI, to Eau Claire, WI, is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 11 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. The majority of your journey, 85%, will be on interstate highways, primarily I-94, offering a quick and efficient transit between these two Midwest locations. With an estimated fuel cost of $9, this route is budget-friendly. Since there are no suggested stops and the longest uninterrupted stretch is 48.5 miles, you won't need to plan for an overnight stay. It's a simple, direct connection perfect for a quick excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 48.5 mi | 51m |
| North Crossing | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| State Highway 65 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| 3rd Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Jeffers Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Truax Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Madison Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Farwell Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 48.5 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roberts, WI and Eau Claire, WI.
1
Start on West Main Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Main Street
2
Continue on West Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
West Boulevard
3
Turn right onto West Pine Street
108 ft
·
10 sec
·
West Pine Street
4
Turn left onto WI 65; I 94 ALT
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
State Highway 65
5
Enter roundabout onto WI 65
110 ft
·
6 sec
·
State Highway 65
6
Continue on WI 65
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 65
7
Continue on WI 65
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
State Highway 65
8
Enter roundabout onto WI 65
94 ft
·
5 sec
·
State Highway 65
Toward River Falls
9
Continue on WI 65
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
State Highway 65
Toward River Falls
10
Enter roundabout
293 ft
·
17 sec
Toward Eau Claire, Madison
11
Continue
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward Eau Claire, Madison
12
Merge onto I 94
48 mi
·
51 min
·
I 94
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 59
Toward US 12, WI 312, CTH EE: Eau Claire, Chippawa Falls
14
Keep slight right at fork
482 ft
·
11 sec
15
Turn straight onto WI 312; CTH EE
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
North Crossing
16
Turn right onto CTH F
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Jeffers Road
17
Turn left onto Truax Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Truax Boulevard
18
Continue on 3rd Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
3rd Street
19
Continue on Platt Street
506 ft
·
12 sec
·
Platt Street
20
Turn right onto Bellinger Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Bellinger Street
21
Turn left onto West Madison Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Madison Street
22
Turn slight right
303 ft
·
8 sec
23
Turn slight left onto North Farwell Street
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
North Farwell Street
24
Turn right onto East Grand Avenue
35 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Grand Avenue
25
Arrive at destination
East Grand Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.3 miles from Roberts, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 50.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
West Pine Street
Turn right onto West Pine Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
WI 65; I 94 ALT / State Highway 65
Turn left onto WI 65; I 94 ALT / State Highway 65
Navigation decision point
6
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
WI 65 / State Highway 65
Enter roundabout onto WI 65 / State Highway 65 toward River Falls
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward River Falls
7
1.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Enter roundabout toward Eau Claire, Madison
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Eau Claire, Madison
6
50.8 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Take the exit toward US 12, WI 312, CTH EE: Eau Claire, Chippawa Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 59
Toward US 12, WI 312, CTH EE: Eau Claire, Chipp...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.16 one way
$18.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.06 | $20.12 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.28 | $22.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.94 | $25.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.15 | $2.81 |
| Efficient EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.13 | $2.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.20 | $3.75 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Night in Eau Claire on Saturday
Local time
11:20 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
22 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
1h 11m 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 highway-focused drive for most of this 58.6-mile trip. You'll spend a significant amount of time on I-94, which accounts for the longest stretch of 48.5 miles, providing a consistent pace. The route also incorporates North Crossing and State Highway 65, offering slight variations but maintaining an 85% highway share overall. This means you'll experience predominantly faster speeds and less in the way of winding local roads. The character is one of efficient travel, with minimal distractions as you cover the distance to Eau Claire.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 48.5 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and North Crossing. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near West Pine Street.
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 58.6 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.3 miles (West Pine Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (WI 65; I 94 ALT / State Highway 65): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (WI 65 / State Highway 65): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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.
Between Roberts, WI and Eau Claire, WI, road signs point toward Cth Ee: Eau Claire and Chippawa Falls.
Cth Ee: Eau Claire
50.8 mi in
|
~57m
Chippawa Falls
50.8 mi in
|
~57m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 58.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 48.5 miles on I 94. 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 0.3 miles (West Pine Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (WI 65; I 94 ALT / State Highway 65): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (WI 65 / State Highway 65): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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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