Origin
La Crosse, WI
Morning in La Crosse on Friday
Local time
11:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from La Crosse, WI to Reedsburg, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 59m
Distance
78.5 mi
126 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 51m
★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 17m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 4m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 16m
8 PM
1h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
La Crosse, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from La Crosse, WI to Reedsburg, WI covers 78.5 miles and takes about 1h 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Jackson Street, Highway 33, Front Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.27 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.2 miles from La Crosse, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 59m. Total distance: 78.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 59m drive with frequent turns across 78.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Jackson Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from La Crosse, WI to Reedsburg, WI is easy. At 1h 59m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from La Crosse, WI to Reedsburg, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson Street | — | — |
| Highway 33 | — | — |
| Front Street | — | — |
| South Street | — | — |
| Cashton Avenue | — | — |
| Hillsboro Road | — | — |
| Lake Street | — | — |
| Water Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Jackson Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Crosse, WI and Reedsburg, WI.
1
Start on West Avenue South
39 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Avenue South
2
Turn right onto Jackson Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Jackson Street
3
Continue on State Highway 33
27 mi
·
39 min
·
State Highway 33
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 33
105 ft
·
6 sec
·
State Highway 33
5
Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 33
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
State Highway 33
6
Continue on Front Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Front Street
7
Turn right onto South Street
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
South Street
8
Continue on State Highway 33
8.8 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 33
9
Continue on Cashton Avenue
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Cashton Avenue
10
Continue on South Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Street
11
Continue on State Highway 33
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
State Highway 33
12
Continue on Hillsboro Road
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Hillsboro Road
13
Continue on State Highway 33
14 mi
·
21 min
·
State Highway 33
14
Continue on Lake Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Street
15
At the end of the road, turn left onto Water Avenue
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Water Avenue
16
Continue on State Highway 33
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 33
17
Continue on Bridge Street
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Bridge Street
18
Continue on State Highway 33
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 33
19
Continue on Center Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Center Street
20
Turn right onto South East Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South East Street
21
Continue on State Highway 33
7.1 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 33
22
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Main Street
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
East Main Street
23
Continue on State Highway 33
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 33
24
Continue on West Main Street
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 39.2 miles from La Crosse, WI, or about 59m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 17 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.2 miles or 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Reedsburg, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving La Crosse, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from La Crosse, WI
This is one driving day of about 78.5 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from La Crosse, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.2 mi from La Crosse, WI · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.2 miles from La Crosse, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Reedsburg, WI
The final approach into Reedsburg, WI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.27 one way
$24.55 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.47 | $26.95 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.11 | $30.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.33 | $34.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.24 | $3.77 |
| Efficient EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.87 | $3.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.99 | $5.02 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Reedsburg, WI
Morning in Reedsburg on Friday
Local time
11:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
42°F
Wilton, WI
39 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 59m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from La Crosse, WI to Reedsburg, WI covers 78.5 miles and takes about 1h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jackson Street, Highway 33, Front Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.2 miles from La Crosse, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.27 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from La Crosse, WI to Reedsburg, WI is easy. At 1h 59m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from La Crosse, WI to Reedsburg, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from La Crosse, WI to Reedsburg, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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