How far is Appleton, WI from Menomonee Falls, WI?
The driving distance from Appleton, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI is about 87.6 miles (140.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 76.3 miles (122.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 38m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Civil town in La Crosse County, Wisconsin
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Appleton and Menomonee Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Appleton and Menomonee Falls.
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Start on West College Avenue
21 m · 4 sec · West College Avenue
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Turn left onto North Richmond Street
148 m · 18 sec · North Richmond Street
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Turn slight right onto South Memorial Drive
1.8 mi · 3 min · South Memorial Drive
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Continue on Appleton Road
870 ft · 15 sec · Appleton Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward WIS 441 South, US 10 West
5 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto WIS 441 South, US 10 West
1427 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto Tri-County Expressway
1.8 mi · 2 min · Tri-County Expressway
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Continue on Roland Kampo Memorial Bridge
1.1 km · 47 sec · Roland Kampo Memorial Bridge
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Take the exit slight left toward I 41 South, US 41 South: Milwaukee, Oshkosh
1.3 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
80.3 mi · 1 hr 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CTH Q: County Line Road
1176 ft · 20 sec
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Turn right onto County Line Road
577 ft · 18 sec · County Line Road
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Turn slight left
118 m · 19 sec
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Turn left onto River Crest Drive
1996 ft · 1 min · River Crest Drive
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Turn left onto Appleton Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Appleton Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Appleton Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Appleton and Menomonee Falls.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 41 South
Merge slight left
80.3 mi · 01h 26m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Appleton and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Menomonee Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Appleton to Menomonee Falls?
The road trip is about 87.6 miles (140.9 km) and usually takes 01h 38m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Hamilton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.7 miles from Appleton and 43.7 miles from Menomonee Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 76.3 miles (122.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.65 one way or $23.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Appleton and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Menomonee Falls.
Stop Ideas Near Hamilton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Appleton and Menomonee Falls. Straight-line distance: 76.3 mi (122.79 km).
#1 Appleton
City in and county seat of Outagamie County, Wisconsin
| Population | 1,681 |
| Coordinates | 44.2619300, -88.4153800 |
| Altitude | 242 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Menomonee Falls
City in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States of America
| Population | 38,243 |
| Coordinates | 43.1789000, -88.1173100 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| Country | United States |
End: Menomonee Falls (-88.11731, 43.1789)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 141 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $11.65 | $23.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.14 | $26.28 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.38 | $28.76 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.39 | $32.78 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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