How far is Colfax, WI from Menomonee Falls, WI?
The driving distance from Colfax, WI to Menomonee Falls, WI is about 264.4 miles (425.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 218.8 miles (352.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 55m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 57m.
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Town in Juneau County, Wisconsin, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Colfax and Menomonee Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colfax and Menomonee Falls.
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Start on Main Street
2597 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 40
7.5 mi · 10 min · State Highway 40
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Turn left
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
2083 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left
186.5 mi · 3 hr 20 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94: Milwaukee
55.6 mi · 1 hr
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Take the exit slight right toward CTH F: Waukesha, Sussex
1479 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on CTH F North: Waukesha, Sussex
57 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto Redford Boulevard
4.5 mi · 7 min · Redford Boulevard
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Continue on Waukesha Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · Waukesha Avenue
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Turn straight
114 m · 13 sec
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Turn straight onto Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Town Line Road
2241 ft · 54 sec · Town Line Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward West Main Street
23 m · 4 sec · West Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto West Main Street
4.6 mi · 10 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto Appleton Avenue
7 m · 1 sec · 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 Colfax 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.
State Highway 40
Merge slight left
187 mi · 03h 20m
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.
Slight Chance Snow Showers leaving Colfax and Showers And Thunderstorms near Menomonee Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Colfax to Menomonee Falls?
The road trip is about 264.4 miles (425.5 km) and usually takes 04h 57m 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?
Lemonweir is a useful midpoint, sitting about 132 miles from Colfax and 132.4 miles from Menomonee Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 218.8 miles (352.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 45.6 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 7:04 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.18 one way or $70.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 82.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Snow Showers around Colfax and Showers And Thunderstorms near Menomonee Falls.
Stop Ideas Near Lemonweir
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Colfax and Menomonee Falls. Straight-line distance: 218.78 mi (352.1 km).
#1 Colfax
Village in Dunn County, Wisconsin
| Population | 1,244 |
| Coordinates | 44.9974600, -91.7271200 |
| Altitude | 288 |
| 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: 425 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 17m |
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 | $35.18 | $70.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $39.68 | $79.36 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $43.42 | $86.84 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $49.49 | $98.97 |
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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