Origin
Mineral Point, WI
Morning in Mineral Point on Thursday
Local time
11:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mineral Point, WI to La Crosse, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 44m
Distance
110.8 mi
178 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 34m
★
6 AM
2h 45m
8 AM
3h 6m
10 AM
2h 52m
12 PM
2h 50m
3 PM
2h 54m
5 PM
3h 5m
8 PM
2h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mineral Point, WI
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Trip Overview
This 110.8-mile drive from Mineral Point, WI to La Crosse, WI is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in a single day, taking about 2 hours and 44 minutes. You'll spend a significant portion of your journey on State Highway 56 and US Highway 14. With an estimated fuel cost of $17, it's an economical option for a quick getaway within the Midwest. This route is ideal for a day trip, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination without needing an overnight stay. The relatively short duration makes it a convenient choice for a weekend excursion.
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
55.4 miles from Mineral Point, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 44m. Total distance: 110.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 44m 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 highway-focused experience for about 67% of this drive. You'll encounter stretches like the longest uninterrupted segment of 28.5 miles on State Highway 56, which offers a consistent pace. While primarily on state and US highways, the route generally maintains a steady flow, minimizing frequent stops or significant slowdowns. The road character remains largely consistent, making it a predictable and efficient journey from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Doty Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,318 ft
669 ft
Total Climb
987 ft
Total Descent
1,360 ft
Highest Point
1,318 ft
~87.1 mi in
Elevation Range
650 ft
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 Mineral Point, WI to La Crosse, WI is easy. At 2h 44m 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 Mineral Point, WI to La Crosse, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Doty Street | — | — |
| Commerce Street | — | — |
| Highway 23 | — | — |
| Dodge Street | — | — |
| Highway 151 | — | — |
| WI 23 North | — | — |
| Highway 130 | — | — |
| Highway 133 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Doty Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mineral Point, WI and La Crosse, WI.
1
Start on South Chestnut Street
325 ft
·
16 sec
·
South Chestnut Street
2
Turn right onto Doty Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Doty Street
3
Turn left onto Commerce Street
463 ft
·
11 sec
·
Commerce Street
4
Continue on State Highway 23
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 23
5
Turn right onto Dodge Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Dodge Street
6
Continue on State Highway 23
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
State Highway 23
7
Take the ramp right
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
8
Merge slight left onto US Highway 151
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
US Highway 151
9
Take the exit slight right toward WI 23 North: Dodgeville, Spring Green
8.6 mi
·
13 min
·
WI 23 North: Dodgeville, Spring Green
10
Turn left onto State Highway 130
8.6 mi
·
11 min
·
State Highway 130
11
Keep slight left to continue on State Highway 130
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 130
12
Continue on State Highway 133
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
State Highway 133
13
Turn right onto State Highway 130
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 130
14
Continue on South Oak Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Oak Street
15
Continue on Commercial Street
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Commercial Street
16
Continue on State Highway 130
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
State Highway 130
17
Turn left onto US Highway 14
15 mi
·
22 min
·
US Highway 14
18
Turn slight right
4.4 mi
·
6 min
19
Turn left onto State Highway 56
17 mi
·
23 min
·
State Highway 56
20
Continue on South Main Street
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
South Main Street
21
Turn left onto West Commercial Street
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
West Commercial Street
22
Turn straight onto State Highway 56
11 mi
·
15 min
·
State Highway 56
23
Continue on Highland Road
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Highland Road
24
Continue on East Decker Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Decker Street
25
Turn right onto North Main Street
7.4 mi
·
13 min
·
North Main Street
26
Keep slight left
95 ft
·
3 sec
27
Keep slight right to continue on North Main St
21 mi
·
30 min
·
North Main St
28
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Mormon Coulee Road
43 ft
·
1 sec
·
Mormon Coulee Road
29
Exit the roundabout onto Mormon Coulee Road
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Mormon Coulee Road
30
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Avenue
131 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Avenue
31
Exit the roundabout onto South Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
South Avenue
32
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Avenue
112 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Avenue
33
Exit the roundabout onto South Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Avenue
34
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward West Avenue South
16 ft
·
West Avenue South
35
Exit the roundabout onto West Avenue South
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West Avenue South
36
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 44-minute duration, you can comfortably start your drive from Mineral Point anytime in the morning or early afternoon. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the estimated cost is $17 for the entire trip. A good tip for this route is to plan your longest stretch on State Highway 56 to coincide with a time when you've already had a break, allowing for a focused push towards 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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 55.4 miles from Mineral Point, WI, or about 1h 22m 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 24 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.4 miles or 1h 22m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near La Crosse, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mineral Point, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Mineral Point, WI
This is one driving day of about 110.8 miles and 2h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Mineral Point, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.4 mi from Mineral Point, WI · 1h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.4 miles from Mineral Point, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in La Crosse, WI
The final approach into La Crosse, 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 La Crosse, 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
$17.32 one way
$34.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.02 | $38.04 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.32 | $42.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.46 | $48.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.2 | 0 | $11.63 | $5.32 |
| Efficient EV | 27.7 | 0 | $9.69 | $4.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.3 | 0 | $15.51 | $7.09 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
La Crosse, WI
Morning in La Crosse on Thursday
Local time
11:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 44m 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 Mineral Point, WI to La Crosse, WI covers 110.8 miles and takes about 2h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Doty Street, Commerce Street, Highway 23. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.4 miles from Mineral Point, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.32 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Mineral Point, WI to La Crosse, WI is easy. At 2h 44m 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 Mineral Point, WI to La Crosse, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Mineral Point, WI to La Crosse, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 669 ft to 1,318 ft elevation with about 987 ft of total climbing.
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