How far is Worcester, WI from Eau Claire, WI?
The driving distance from Worcester, WI to Eau Claire, WI is about 113.4 miles (182.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 80.3 miles (129.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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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 00m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Clark County, Wisconsin
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Worcester and Eau Claire.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Worcester and Eau Claire.
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Start on Bennett Road
105 m · 17 sec · Bennett Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto County Road K
2.5 mi · 6 min · County Road K
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Highway A
1 mi · 3 min · County Highway A
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Turn right
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
1019 ft · 37 sec
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Turn straight onto State Highway 13
27.7 mi · 38 min · State Highway 13
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Continue on North 8th Street
1587 ft · 34 sec · North 8th Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North 8th Street
43 m · 8 sec · North 8th Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North 8th Street
2020 ft · 58 sec · North 8th Street
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Continue on North 8th Street
2 mi · 5 min · North 8th Street
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Continue on State Highway 13
11.8 mi · 17 min · State Highway 13
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Continue on North 4th Street
3180 ft · 2 min · North 4th Street
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Turn right onto East Spruce Street
1.4 km · 2 min · East Spruce Street
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Continue on Hiline Avenue
961 ft · 26 sec · Hiline Avenue
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Take the ramp right toward WI 29 West: Chippewa Falls
1813 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
55.4 mi · 1 hr 3 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 Worcester 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
Merge slight left
55.4 mi · 01h 03m
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 Worcester 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 Worcester to Eau Claire?
The road trip is about 113.4 miles (182.5 km) and usually takes 02h 00m 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?
Owen is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57 miles from Worcester and 56.4 miles from Eau Claire.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 80.3 miles (129.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.08 one way or $30.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Light Rain around Worcester and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Eau Claire.
Stop Ideas Near Owen
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 Owen.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Worcester and Eau Claire. Straight-line distance: 80.28 mi (129.2 km).
#1 Worcester
Town in Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 1,473 |
| Coordinates | 45.6035700, -90.2921000 |
| Altitude | 490 |
| 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: 182 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
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 | $15.08 | $30.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.01 | $34.02 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.62 | $37.23 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.22 | $42.43 |
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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