How far is Eau Claire, WI from Renville, MN?
The driving distance from Eau Claire, WI to Renville, MN is about 196.2 miles (315.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 182.1 miles (293 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 58m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eau Claire and Renville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eau Claire and Renville.
-
1
Start on East Grand Avenue
11 m · 8 sec · East Grand Avenue
-
2
Turn left onto South Farwell Street
2012 ft · 54 sec · South Farwell Street
-
3
Turn left onto East Madison Street
2845 ft · 1 min · East Madison Street
-
4
Turn right onto Bellinger Street
998 ft · 25 sec · Bellinger Street
-
5
At the end of the road, turn left onto Platt Street
150 m · 10 sec · Platt Street
-
6
Turn right onto 3rd Street
1.1 km · 1 min · 3rd Street
-
7
Turn left onto Truax Boulevard
3249 ft · 1 min · Truax Boulevard
-
8
Turn right onto Jeffers Road
1 km · 1 min · Jeffers Road
-
9
Turn left onto North Crossing
4 mi · 6 min · North Crossing
-
10
Take the ramp straight toward I-94_East
2749 ft · 1 min
-
11
Merge slight left
67.8 mi · 1 hr 13 min
-
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 694 North, I 494 South
1560 ft · 38 sec
-
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 494 South
1640 ft · 40 sec
-
14
Keep slight right to continue on I 494 South
1088 ft · 37 sec
-
15
Continue straight
8.5 mi · 11 min
-
16
Keep slight left
18 mi · 22 min
-
17
Keep slight left
1777 ft · 25 sec
-
18
Take the exit slight right toward MN 5 West, US 212 West
1.8 mi · 2 min
-
19
Keep slight left
36.4 mi · 43 min
-
20
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US Highway 212
44 m · 2 sec · US Highway 212
-
21
Exit the roundabout onto US Highway 212
54.9 mi · 1 hr 11 min · US Highway 212
-
22
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Park Avenue East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eau Claire and Renville.
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-94 East
Merge slight left
67.8 mi · 01h 13m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Eau Claire and Mostly Sunny near Renville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eau Claire to Renville?
The road trip is about 196.2 miles (315.8 km) and usually takes 03h 58m 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?
Bloomington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 97.9 miles from Eau Claire and 98.4 miles from Renville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 182.1 miles (293 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.1 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 9:02 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.61 one way or $61.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Eau Claire and Mostly Sunny near Renville.
Stop Ideas Near Bloomington
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Minneapolis City Hall
City of Bloomington
Mall of America®
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Bloomington.
Saint Paul Union Depot
Red Wing station
St. Cloud
Menomonie, WI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eau Claire and Renville. Straight-line distance: 182.04 mi (292.96 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 Renville
City in Minnesota, United States
| Population | 1,162 |
| Coordinates | 44.7891300, -95.2116700 |
| Altitude | 327 |
| Country | United States |
End: Renville (-95.21167, 44.78913)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 316 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 26m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.42 | $30.61 | $61.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.99 | $34.50 | $69.01 |
| Premium | $5.59 | $38.68 | $77.37 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $45.80 | $91.61 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Wisconsin · Sep 23, 2026