How far is Morgan, WI from Eau Claire, WI?
The driving distance from Morgan, WI to Eau Claire, WI is about 181.5 miles (292.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 162.2 miles (261 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 51m 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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Morgan and Eau Claire.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morgan and Eau Claire.
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Start on County Highway E
3 mi · 5 min · County Highway E
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Turn left onto State Highway 32
8.1 mi · 12 min · State Highway 32
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Continue on North Saint Augustine Street
2232 ft · 40 sec · North Saint Augustine Street
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Turn right onto West Pulaski Street
2629 ft · 44 sec · West Pulaski Street
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Continue on State Highway 160
2.7 mi · 4 min · State Highway 160
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Take the ramp right
44.8 mi · 52 min
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Continue straight
30.4 mi · 35 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 29 West: Abbotsford, Chippewa Falls
90.1 mi · 1 hr 44 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 53 South: Eau Claire
2138 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
5.9 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward River Prairie Drive
1265 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight right
63 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight onto River Prairie Drive
3015 ft · 1 min · River Prairie Drive
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Continue on Birch Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Birch Street
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Continue on Germania Street
893 ft · 24 sec · Germania Street
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Continue on East Madison Street
1086 ft · 37 sec · East Madison Street
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Turn left onto North Farwell Street
2012 ft · 50 sec · North Farwell Street
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Turn right onto East Grand Avenue
11 m · 1 sec · East Grand Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Grand Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Morgan and Eau Claire.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
WI 29 West
Take the exit slight right toward WI 29 West: Abbotsford, Chippewa Falls
90.1 mi · 01h 44m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain leaving Morgan and Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Eau Claire.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Morgan to Eau Claire?
The road trip is about 181.5 miles (292.1 km) and usually takes 02h 55m 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?
Rib Mountain is a useful midpoint, sitting about 94.6 miles from Morgan and 87 miles from Eau Claire.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 162.2 miles (261 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.3 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 12:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.17 one way or $48.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain around Morgan and Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Eau Claire.
Stop Ideas Near Rib Mountain
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 Rib Mountain.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Morgan and Eau Claire. Straight-line distance: 162.18 mi (261.01 km).
#1 Morgan
Civil town in Oconto County, Wisconsin
| Population | 1,006 |
| Coordinates | 44.7938800, -88.1901000 |
| Altitude | 241 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Eau Claire
The most populous city in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 67,065 |
| Coordinates | 44.8113500, -91.4984900 |
| Altitude | 240 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Grand Avenue (-91.49848, 44.811339)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 292 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 15m |
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 | $24.17 | $48.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.26 | $54.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.83 | $59.66 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.00 | $68.00 |
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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