How far is Porterfield, WI from Eau Claire, WI?
The driving distance from Porterfield, WI to Eau Claire, WI is about 227.2 miles (365.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 182.6 miles (293.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 38m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Marathon County, Wisconsin, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Porterfield and Eau Claire.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Porterfield and Eau Claire.
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Start on Rowe Road
71 m · 15 sec · Rowe Road
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Turn left onto County Highway E
3.5 mi · 9 min · County Highway E
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 64
10.6 mi · 16 min · State Highway 64
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 64
33 m · 2 sec · State Highway 64
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 64
592 ft · 11 sec · State Highway 64
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US 141
69 m · 4 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto US 141
1457 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
16 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right
1658 ft · 47 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 22
1802 ft · 31 sec · State Highway 22
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Continue on State Hwy 22
4.3 mi · 6 min · State Hwy 22
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Turn right onto East Highland Drive
1.3 km · 2 min · East Highland Drive
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1471 ft · 50 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 22
4.7 mi · 7 min · State Highway 22
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 22
30 m · 2 sec · State Highway 22
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 22
3 mi · 5 min · State Highway 22
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Continue on State Highway 22
79 m · 4 sec · State Highway 22
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Continue on North McKenzie Avenue
150 m · 8 sec · North McKenzie Avenue
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Continue on North McKenzie Street
1788 ft · 30 sec · North McKenzie Street
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Continue on West Main Street
3074 ft · 52 sec · West Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 22
15.9 mi · 27 min · State Highway 22
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Continue on East Green Bay Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · East Green Bay Street
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Turn right onto North Ellis Street
98 m · 20 sec · North Ellis Street
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Turn left onto East 5th Street
985 ft · 49 sec · East 5th Street
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Turn left onto North Union Street
100 m · 17 sec · North Union Street
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Turn right onto East Green Bay Street
1.1 km · 1 min · East Green Bay Street
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Continue on County Road MMM
2.5 mi · 4 min · County Road MMM
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Turn right onto State Highway 29
36.8 mi · 42 min · State Highway 29
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Continue on Ringle Avenue
18 mi · 21 min · Ringle Avenue
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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 Porterfield 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 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.
Partly Sunny leaving Porterfield and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Eau Claire.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Porterfield to Eau Claire?
The road trip is about 227.2 miles (365.7 km) and usually takes 03h 38m 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?
Ringle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 110 miles from Porterfield and 117.3 miles from Eau Claire.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 182.6 miles (293.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:42 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.24 one way or $60.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 71.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Porterfield and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Eau Claire.
Stop Ideas Near Ringle
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 Ringle.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Porterfield and Eau Claire. Straight-line distance: 182.55 mi (293.78 km).
#1 Porterfield
Civil town in Marinette County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 1,962 |
| Coordinates | 45.1544300, -87.7945500 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| 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: 366 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 50m |
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 | $30.24 | $60.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $34.11 | $68.22 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $37.33 | $74.65 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $42.54 | $85.08 |
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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