How far is City of Janesville, WI from Menomonie, WI?
The driving distance from City of Janesville, WI to Menomonie, WI is about 233.9 miles (376.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 209.5 miles (337.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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Village in Richland County, Wisconsin
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between City of Janesville and Menomonie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Janesville and Menomonie.
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Start on East Court Street
45 m · 6 sec · East Court Street
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Turn right onto Harrison Street
156 m · 27 sec · Harrison Street
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Turn left onto East Milwaukee Street
841 ft · 21 sec · East Milwaukee Street
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Turn sharp right onto Milton Avenue
3.1 mi · 7 min · Milton Avenue
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Take the exit slight left
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
61.3 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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Keep slight left
63.5 mi · 1 hr 8 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 94 West: Eau Claire, Saint Paul
94.9 mi · 1 hr 42 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 12, WI 29, WI 40: Colfax, Elk Mound
1524 ft · 37 sec
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Turn slight right
60 m · 5 sec
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Merge slight left
9.5 mi · 15 min
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Turn left onto 9th Street East
882 ft · 32 sec · 9th Street East
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Turn left onto Wilson Avenue
15 m · 2 sec · Wilson Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Wilson Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between City of Janesville and Menomonie.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 94 West
Keep slight right to continue on I 94 West: Eau Claire, Saint Paul
94.9 mi · 01h 42m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy leaving City of Janesville and Chance Rain Showers near Menomonie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from City of Janesville to Menomonie?
The road trip is about 233.9 miles (376.5 km) and usually takes 04h 20m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lone Rock is a useful midpoint, sitting about 116.9 miles from City of Janesville and 117.1 miles from Menomonie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 209.5 miles (337.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:18 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.15 one way or $62.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 73.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy around City of Janesville and Chance Rain Showers near Menomonie.
Stop Ideas Near Lone Rock
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lone Rock.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between City of Janesville and Menomonie. Straight-line distance: 209.5 mi (337.15 km).
#1 City of Janesville
The most populous city in Rock County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 64,128 |
| Coordinates | 42.6857000, -89.0138500 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Menomonie
City in and the county seat of Dunn County in the U.
| Population | 3,503 |
| Coordinates | 44.8755200, -91.9193400 |
| Altitude | 271 |
| Country | United States |
End: Menomonie (-91.91934, 44.87552)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 377 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 55m |
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 | $31.15 | $62.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $35.13 | $70.26 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $38.44 | $76.88 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $43.81 | $87.62 |
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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