How far is Menomonee Falls, WI from Vernon, WI?
The driving distance from Menomonee Falls, WI to Vernon, WI is about 29.8 miles (48 km), with a travel time of about 00h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 20.2 miles (32.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Frost then Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Menomonee Falls and Vernon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Menomonee Falls and Vernon.
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Start on Appleton Avenue
7 m · 5 sec · Appleton Avenue
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto Pilgrim Road
589 ft · 16 sec · Pilgrim Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 41 South, US 45 South
2188 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left
16.2 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 43 South, US 45 South: Beloit
10.2 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 164: Big Bend, Waukesha
1080 ft · 19 sec
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Turn right onto Big Bend Drive
883 ft · 23 sec · Big Bend Drive
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Turn left onto National Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · National Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · National Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Menomonee Falls and Vernon.
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.
I 41 South
Merge slight left
16.2 mi · 00h 22m
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.
Areas Of Frost then Chance Rain Showers leaving Menomonee Falls and Areas Of Frost then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Vernon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Menomonee Falls to Vernon?
The road trip is about 29.8 miles (48 km) and usually takes 00h 39m 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?
West Allis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.9 miles from Menomonee Falls and 14.9 miles from Vernon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 20.2 miles (32.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.96 one way or $7.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Chance Rain Showers around Menomonee Falls and Areas Of Frost then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Vernon.
Stop Ideas Near West Allis
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Milwaukee City Hall
West Allis City Hall
City Hall Square Apartments
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to West Allis.
Milwaukee Intermodal Station
Milwaukee Airport Railroad Station
Sturtevant station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Menomonee Falls and Vernon. Straight-line distance: 20.21 mi (32.52 km).
#1 Menomonee Falls
City in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States of America
| Population | 38,243 |
| Coordinates | 43.1789000, -88.1173100 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Vernon
Town in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 7,670 |
| Coordinates | 42.9036200, -88.2523100 |
| Altitude | 269 |
| Country | United States |
End: Vernon (-88.25231, 42.90362)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 48 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.96 | $7.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.47 | $8.93 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.89 | $9.77 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.57 | $11.14 |
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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