That depends where you’d like to go. Downtown Eau Claire, about 4 miles from Eau Claire, WI Airport (EAU-Chippewa Valley Regional), can be a little daunting to drive around. Make things easy by going for something compact, fuel-efficient, and simple to operate. Having said that, Eau Claire is also a jumping off point for some of the lakes in Wisconsin. If your trip is more about hitting the wide open road, you may want a ride with a bit more comfort and legroom. How about a full-size car or a standard SUV?