Trip from Lemonweir, WI to North La Crosse, WI

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

1h 19m

Distance

70.3 mi

113 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 19 min

4 AM

1h 13m ★

6 AM

1h 20m

8 AM

1h 32m

10 AM

1h 24m

12 PM

1h 23m

3 PM

1h 25m

5 PM

1h 32m

8 PM

1h 16m

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

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Trip Overview

This 70.3-mile drive from Lemonweir to North La Crosse, Wisconsin, is a quick 1 hour and 19-minute journey that's perfect for a single-day trip. You'll primarily be on I-90, with a brief stretch on State Highway 82 and Rose Street, making it a highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this route is budget-friendly for a short excursion. Given the relatively short distance and duration, you won't need to worry about overnight stays, offering flexibility in your departure and arrival times. This trip stays within the Midwest region, providing a familiar driving landscape.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

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

Midpoint

35.2 miles from Lemonweir, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 96% of the 70.3 miles covered on interstates. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 65.8 miles on I-90, offering a consistent pace for most of your journey. While the majority of the route is on high-speed roads, there's a brief transition onto State Highway 82 and Rose Street, which may offer a slight change in scenery and speed before reaching your destination. This drive is about efficient travel rather than winding backroads.

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

There are about 9 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 65.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and State Highway 82. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near WI 82 / State Highway 82.

Route Complexity 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 1h 19m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (WI 82 / State Highway 82): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2.9 miles (I 90; I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 5 key points

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

3

0.8 mi into trip | ~2m in | WI 82 / State Highway 82

Turn left onto WI 82 / State Highway 82

Navigation decision point

4

2.5 mi into trip | ~4m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

3

2.9 mi into trip | ~5m in | I 90; I 94

Merge onto I 90; I 94

Merge point - match speed before joining

7

26.5 mi into trip | ~30m in | I 90

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 toward I 90 West: Tomah, La Crosse

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 45 Toward I 90 West: Tomah, La Crosse

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68.5 mi into trip | ~1h 15m in | I 90; US 53

Take the exit onto I 90; US 53 toward US 53 South, WI 35: La Crosse, Onalaska

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

Exit 3 Toward US 53 South, WI 35: La Crosse, Onalaska

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

On the drive from Lemonweir, WI to North La Crosse, WI, road signs begin pointing toward La Crosse along the way.

La Crosse

26.5 mi in | ~30m | via I 90

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 90	65.8 mi	1h 10m
State Highway 82	1.7 mi	2m
Rose Street	1.6 mi	3m
19th Avenue	0.8 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 90 — 65.8 mi, about 1h 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on 19th Avenue

0.8 mi · 2 min · 19th Avenue

2

Turn left onto WI 82

1.7 mi · 2 min · State Highway 82

3

Keep slight right at fork

278 ft · 5 sec

4

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 42 sec

5

Merge onto I 90; I 94

24 mi · 25 min · I 90; I 94

6

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

42 mi · 45 min · I 90

Exit 45 Toward I 90 West: Tomah, La Crosse

7

Take the exit onto I 90; US 53

0.2 mi · 37 sec · I 90; US 53

Exit 3 Toward US 53 South, WI 35: La Crosse, Onalaska

8

Turn left onto US 53; WI 35

1.6 mi · 3 min · Rose Street

9

Arrive at destination

US 53; CTH B

Trip Plan

For this straightforward 70.3-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility. Leaving anytime is feasible, but consider an early start to maximize your day. Since the drive is just under 1.5 hours and has no designated stops, you can easily push through to North La Crosse without needing a break. The fuel cost is minimal at around $11, so no need for extensive fuel planning. A practical tip: keep an eye on your GPS as you transition off I-90 onto State Highway 82 and Rose Street, as these local roads will guide you through the final miles into North La Crosse.

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 35.2 miles from Lemonweir, WI, or about 39m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.8 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 15 miles or 18m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 35.2 miles or 39m 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 6m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North La Crosse, WI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Lemonweir, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Lemonweir, WI

This is one driving day of about 70.3 miles and 1h 19m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Lemonweir, WI.

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

The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 65.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 35.2 mi from Lemonweir, WI · 39m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Tomah, WI

35 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

New Lisbon, WI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Tomah, WI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 35.2 miles from Lemonweir, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.8 miles.

Arriving in North La Crosse, WI

The final approach into North La Crosse, 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

$10.99 one way

$21.98 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 25 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$12.07	$24.13
premium	$4.89	$13.53	$27.06
diesel	$5.61	$15.52	$31.04

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 24.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	21.1	$7.38	$3.37
Efficient EV	17.6	$6.15	$2.81
EV Truck/SUV	28.1	$9.84	$4.50

Gas CO2

25 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (68% 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

Lemonweir, WI

Night in Lemonweir on Wednesday

Local time

11:42 PM

CDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

North La Crosse, WI

Night in North La Crosse on Wednesday

Local time

11:42 PM

CDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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 cooler at arrival

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

Road read

1h 19m 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 Lemonweir, WI to North La Crosse, WI covers 70.3 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 90, State Highway 82, Rose Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 35.2 miles from Lemonweir, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.99 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.