How far is Eau Claire, WI from Alma, WI?
The driving distance from Eau Claire, WI to Alma, WI is about 47.2 miles (76 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.6 miles (63.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 25m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 12m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Buffalo County, Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eau Claire and Alma.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eau Claire and Alma.
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Start on East Grand Avenue
11 m · 5 sec · East Grand Avenue
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Turn right onto South Farwell Street
2973 ft · 1 min · South Farwell Street
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Turn right onto Washington Street
879 ft · 18 sec · Washington Street
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Continue on State Street
1.2 km · 2 min · State Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Lexington Boulevard
43 m · 8 sec · East Lexington Boulevard
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Exit the roundabout onto East Lexington Boulevard
117 m · 17 sec · East Lexington Boulevard
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Turn left onto Patton Street
130 m · 14 sec · Patton Street
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Turn left onto East Clairemont Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · East Clairemont Avenue
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Turn slight left onto WIS 37
579 ft · 23 sec
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Turn left onto State Highway 37
3.9 mi · 6 min · State Highway 37
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Continue on State Road 37
14.6 mi · 20 min · State Road 37
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Continue on North State Highway 37
3129 ft · 59 sec · North State Highway 37
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1.3 km · 2 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto South Eau Claire Street
1177 ft · 22 sec · South Eau Claire Street
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Turn right onto West Riverside Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Riverside Avenue
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Continue on State Road 37
21.2 mi · 31 min · State Road 37
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Road 35
1.3 mi · 2 min · State Road 35
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Continue on North Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eau Claire and Alma.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
State Road 37
Continue on State Road 37
21.2 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Eau Claire and Chance Rain Showers near Alma.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eau Claire to Alma?
The road trip is about 47.2 miles (76 km) and usually takes 01h 12m 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?
Mondovi is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.6 miles from Eau Claire and 23.6 miles from Alma.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.6 miles (63.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.30 one way or $12.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Eau Claire and Chance Rain Showers near Alma.
Stop Ideas Near Mondovi
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 Mondovi.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eau Claire and Alma. Straight-line distance: 39.66 mi (63.82 km).
#1 Eau Claire
The most populous city in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 67,065 |
| Coordinates | 44.8113500, -91.4984900 |
| Altitude | 240 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alma
City in Buffalo County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 1,095 |
| Coordinates | 44.3199700, -91.9148800 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| Country | United States |
End: Alma (-91.91488, 44.31997)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 76 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $6.30 | $12.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.10 | $14.21 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.77 | $15.54 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.86 | $17.72 |
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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