How far is Eau Claire, WI from Medford, WI?
The driving distance from Eau Claire, WI to Medford, WI is about 78.7 miles (126.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61 miles (98.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 23m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Clark 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 Medford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eau Claire and Medford.
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Start on East Grand Avenue
11 m · 8 sec · East Grand Avenue
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Turn left onto South Farwell Street
2012 ft · 49 sec · South Farwell Street
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Turn right onto East Madison Street
1102 ft · 31 sec · East Madison Street
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Continue on Germania Street
884 ft · 23 sec · Germania Street
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Continue on Birch Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Birch Street
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Continue on River Prairie Drive
1.1 km · 2 min · River Prairie Drive
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Turn left
1444 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
5.1 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 29 East: Green Bay
3008 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
54.5 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 29 Business: Spruce Street, Hiline Avenue
2019 ft · 56 sec
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Turn left onto Hiline Avenue
1447 ft · 35 sec · Hiline Avenue
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Continue on West Spruce Street
1.4 km · 2 min · West Spruce Street
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Turn left onto North 4th Street
3180 ft · 2 min · North 4th Street
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Continue on State Highway 13
11.8 mi · 17 min · State Highway 13
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Continue on South 8th Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · South 8th Street
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Turn left onto South Street
1387 ft · 1 min · South Street
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Turn right onto South 4th Street
963 ft · 42 sec · South 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eau Claire and Medford.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
WI 29 East
Merge slight left
54.5 mi · 01h 02m
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.
Slight Chance T-storms leaving Eau Claire and Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Medford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eau Claire to Medford?
The road trip is about 78.7 miles (126.7 km) and usually takes 01h 41m 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?
Thorp is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.3 miles from Eau Claire and 39.5 miles from Medford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61 miles (98.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.7 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 3:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.48 one way or $20.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance T-storms around Eau Claire and Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Medford.
Stop Ideas Near Thorp
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eau Claire and Medford. Straight-line distance: 60.96 mi (98.11 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 Medford
Civil town in Taylor County, Wisconsin
| Population | 2,562 |
| Coordinates | 45.1385800, -90.3401400 |
| Altitude | 448 |
| Country | United States |
End: Medford (-90.34014, 45.13858)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 127 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
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 | $10.48 | $20.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.82 | $23.65 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.94 | $25.88 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.75 | $29.49 |
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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