Trip from La Crosse, WI to Bevent, WI

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

3h 20m

Distance

145.8 mi

235 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$23

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min

4 AM

3h 8m ★

6 AM

3h 20m

8 AM

3h 44m

10 AM

3h 29m

12 PM

3h 26m

3 PM

3h 30m

5 PM

3h 43m

8 PM

3h 13m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in and county seat of La Crosse County, Wisconsin, United States

La Crosse, WI

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Bevent, WI

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Trip Overview

This 145.8-mile journey from La Crosse, WI to Bevent, WI is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect the trip to take around 3 hours and 20 minutes of driving time, with an estimated fuel cost of $23. The route primarily utilizes I-90, State Highway 173, and State Highway 153, offering a highly efficient path through Wisconsin's Midwest landscape. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 38.6 miles on I-90, this drive is ideal for those looking for a quick and efficient transit between these two Wisconsin locations. Consider this a practical option when you need to get from point A to point B without significant detours.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

72.9 miles from La Crosse, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .

Drive Character

This drive is predominantly highway, with 92% of the route on faster roads, making it a largely efficient commute. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-90, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 38.6 miles. As you transition to State Highways 173 and 153, the character may shift slightly, but the overall feel remains geared towards steady progress. Expect a driving experience focused on covering distance, rather than winding scenic byways. This highway-centric profile means you'll likely experience consistent speeds for most of the 3 hours and 20 minutes.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 40 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 38.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and State Highway 173. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 45.7 miles in.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 145.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 45.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93.4 miles (WI 54; WI 73 / Wisconsin River Drive): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 24 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

45.7 mi into trip | ~56m in

Take the exit toward I 94 West: Eau Claire, Saint Paul

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 45 Toward I 94 West: Eau Claire, Saint Paul

49.4 mi into trip | ~1h in

Take the exit toward US 12, WI 21: Tomah, Necedah

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 143 Toward US 12, WI 21: Tomah, Necedah

93.4 mi into trip | ~2h 5m in | WI 54; WI 73 / Wisconsin River Drive

At end of road, turn left onto WI 54; WI 73 / Wisconsin River Drive

Navigation decision point

116.1 mi into trip | ~2h 38m in | WI 34

Take the exit onto WI 34 toward WI 34, CTH P, CTH HH: Knowlton, Stevens Point

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 208 Toward WI 34, CTH P, CTH HH: Knowlton, Stevens...

130.3 mi into trip | ~2h 57m in

Take the exit toward WI 153: Mosinee, Elderon

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 179 Toward WI 153: Mosinee, Elderon

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between La Crosse, WI and Bevent, WI, road signs point toward Saint Paul, Necedah, Cth P, Cth Hh: Knowlton, Stevens Point and Elderon.

Saint Paul

45.7 mi in | ~56m

Necedah

49.4 mi in | ~1h

Cth P

116.1 mi in | ~2h 38m | via WI 34

Cth Hh: Knowlton

116.1 mi in | ~2h 38m | via WI 34

Stevens Point

116.1 mi in | ~2h 38m | via WI 34

Elderon

130.3 mi in | ~2h 57m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 90	38.6 mi	41m
State Highway 173	34 mi	49m
State Highway 153	15.3 mi	22m
WI 13	14.3 mi	20m
State Highway 34	9.9 mi	13m
WI 16	4.5 mi	8m
State Highway 21	4 mi	5m
US Highway 10	3.8 mi	4m

Longest stretch: I 90 — 38.6 mi, about 41m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between La Crosse, WI and Bevent, WI.

Start on WI 35

0.7 mi · 2 min · West Avenue South

Turn right

350 ft · 12 sec

Turn straight onto CTH F

0.9 mi · 2 min · Main Street

Turn left onto Losey Boulevard North

0.5 mi · 1 min · Losey Boulevard North

Continue on WI 16

4.5 mi · 8 min · WI 16

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 53 sec

Merge onto I 90

39 mi · 41 min · I 90

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 55 sec

Exit 45 Toward I 94 West: Eau Claire, Saint Paul

Merge onto I 94

2.9 mi · 3 min · I 94

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Exit 143 Toward US 12, WI 21: Tomah, Necedah

Turn right onto WI 21

0.3 mi · 33 sec · East McCoy Boulevard

Continue on WI 21

4.0 mi · 5 min · State Highway 21

Turn left onto WI 173

24 mi · 33 min · State Highway 173

At end of road, turn left onto WI 80; WI 173

1.3 mi · 1 min · State Highway 173

Continue on WI 80; WI 173

410 ft · 8 sec · State Highway 80

Turn right onto WI 173

9.1 mi · 13 min · State Highway 173

Continue on CTH G

2.0 mi · 3 min · County Highway G

At end of road, turn right onto WI 54

2.1 mi · 3 min · State Highway 54

Continue on WI 54

1.4 mi · 2 min · Letendre Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto WI 54; WI 73

1.6 mi · 2 min · Wisconsin River Drive

Continue on WI 54; WI 73

1.3 mi · 1 min · 2nd Avenue South

Enter roundabout onto WI 54; WI 73

64 ft · 1 sec · 2nd Avenue South

Continue on WI 54; WI 73

0.5 mi · 1 min · 2nd Avenue South

Turn left onto WI 13; WI 73

0.8 mi · 1 min · West Riverview Expressway

Continue on WI 13; WI 34

14 mi · 20 min · WI 13; WI 34

Take the ramp onto WI 34

0.3 mi · 42 sec · WI 34

Merge onto US 10; WI 34

3.8 mi · 4 min · US Highway 10

Take the exit onto WI 34

0.3 mi · 36 sec · WI 34

Exit 208 Toward WI 34, CTH P, CTH HH: Knowlton, Stevens Point

Turn left onto WI 34

0.1 mi · 21 sec · State Highway 134

Continue on WI 34

0.2 mi · 22 sec · WI 34

Continue on WI 34

9.5 mi · 13 min · State Highway 34

Enter roundabout onto WI 34

132 ft · 2 sec · State Highway 34

Continue on WI 34

0.3 mi · 39 sec · State Highway 34

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Merge onto I 39; US 51

3.3 mi · 3 min · I 39; US 51

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Exit 179 Toward WI 153: Mosinee, Elderon

Turn right onto WI 153

11 mi · 15 min · State Highway 153

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on WI 153; CTH J

1.0 mi · 1 min · State Highway 153

Keep slight left at fork onto WI 153

2.9 mi · 5 min · State Highway 153

Arrive at destination

WI 153

Trip Plan

Given the 145.8-mile distance and 3h 20m estimated duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Plan your fuel stops accordingly, as the longest stretch without a break is 38.6 miles on I-90, and factor in the $23 fuel cost. While the highway focus means fewer opportunities for spontaneous stops, keep an eye out for potential rest areas along I-90 for a quick stretch. The relative ease of this drive means you can depart when convenient, but it's always wise to check traffic conditions, especially if traveling during peak hours on I-90.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 72.9 miles from La Crosse, WI, or about 1h 34m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.6 miles.

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 32 miles or 41m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 72.9 miles or 1h 34m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 43m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bevent, 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.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from La Crosse, WI

This is one driving day of about 145.8 miles and 3h 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from La Crosse, WI.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 38.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 72.9 mi from La Crosse, WI · 1h 34m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Clifton, WI

73 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

Angelo, WI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Clifton, WI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 72.9 miles from La Crosse, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Bevent, WI

The final approach into Bevent, WI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Bevent, WI.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.79 one way

$45.59 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 51 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$25.03	$50.05
premium	$4.89	$28.06	$56.12
diesel	$5.61	$32.19	$64.38

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$48–$73

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 51 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	43.7	$15.31	$7.00
Efficient EV	36.5	$12.76	$5.83
EV Truck/SUV	58.3	$20.41	$9.33

Gas CO2

51 kg

EV CO2

17 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

La Crosse, WI

Evening in La Crosse on Wednesday

Local time

8:05 PM

CDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bevent, WI

Evening in Bevent on Wednesday

Local time

8:05 PM

CDT

Current temp

43°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

43°F

Clifton, WI

73 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

23 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 20m 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 Bevent, WI covers 145.8 miles and takes about 3h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 90, State Highway 173, State Highway 153. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 72.9 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 $22.79 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.