How far is Eau Claire, WI from Tilden, WI?
The driving distance from Eau Claire, WI to Tilden, WI is about 17.2 miles (27.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.8 miles (22.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This is an easy same-day return drive.
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 00h 23m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Chippewa County, Wisconsin, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eau Claire and Tilden.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eau Claire and Tilden.
-
1
Start on East Grand Avenue
11 m · 8 sec · East Grand Avenue
-
2
Turn left onto South Farwell Street
2012 ft · 49 sec · South Farwell Street
-
3
Turn right onto East Madison Street
1102 ft · 31 sec · East Madison Street
-
4
Continue on Germania Street
884 ft · 23 sec · Germania Street
-
5
Continue on Birch Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Birch Street
-
6
Continue on River Prairie Drive
1.1 km · 2 min · River Prairie Drive
-
7
Turn left
1444 ft · 37 sec
-
8
Merge slight left
13.1 mi · 15 min
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward CTH B: Tilden
1621 ft · 40 sec
-
10
Keep slight right
53 m · 5 sec
-
11
Turn right onto County Highway B
674 ft · 19 sec · County Highway B
-
12
Turn left onto County Highway Q
2377 ft · 47 sec · County Highway Q
-
13
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Highway Q
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eau Claire and Tilden.
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.
River Prairie Drive
Merge slight left
13.1 mi · 00h 15m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Eau Claire and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Tilden.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eau Claire to Tilden?
The road trip is about 17.2 miles (27.7 km) and usually takes 00h 23m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Hallie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.6 miles from Eau Claire and 8.6 miles from Tilden.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.8 miles (22.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.30 one way or $4.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Eau Claire and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Tilden.
Stop Ideas Near Hallie
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 Hallie.
Chippewa Falls, WI
Eau Claire, WI
Eau Claire, WI
Menomonie, WI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eau Claire and Tilden. Straight-line distance: 13.82 mi (22.24 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 Tilden
Town of Wisconsin
| Population | 1,510 |
| Coordinates | 45.0066300, -91.4376600 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tilden (-91.43766, 45.00663)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 28 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.30 | $4.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.59 | $5.19 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.84 | $5.68 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.24 | $6.47 |
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 · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.