Origin
New Lisbon, WI
Evening in New Lisbon on Wednesday
Local time
7:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Lisbon, WI to La Crosse, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
64 mi
103 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Lisbon, WI
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La Crosse, WI
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Trip Overview
This 64-mile drive from New Lisbon to La Crosse, Wisconsin, is a quick trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 18 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day adventure, with a modest fuel cost estimated at $10. The route primarily utilizes I-90, making it a straightforward and efficient journey through the Midwest region. You'll experience a highway-focused drive that gets you from point A to point B without much fuss. Given its short distance, you'll have plenty of flexibility for departure times and on-the-road activities.
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
32 miles from New Lisbon, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 94% of the drive taking place on major roads like I-90 and WI-16. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 55.1 miles on I-90, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. While largely an interstate experience, the transition onto East Bridge Street in La Crosse will bring you into the city. The overall character is efficient and direct, prioritizing speed over winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 55.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and WI 16. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Monroe Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 18m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Monroe Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (WI 80 / East Bridge Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.3 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Monroe Street
Turn left onto South Monroe Street
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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WI 80 / East Bridge Street
Turn right onto WI 80 / East Bridge Street
Navigation decision point
7
17.3 mi into trip
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~20m in
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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
6
56.4 mi into trip
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~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward WI 16: La Crosse, Onalaska
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 5
Toward WI 16: La Crosse, Onalaska
5
63.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
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WI 35 / West Avenue South
At end of road, turn right onto WI 35 / West Avenue South
Navigation decision point
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 New Lisbon, WI to La Crosse, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Onalaska along the way.
Onalaska
56.4 mi in
|
~1h 1m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 55.1 mi | 59m |
| WI 16 | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| East Bridge Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| 16th Street South | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Losey Boulevard North | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Johnson Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| West Avenue South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 55.1 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Lisbon, WI and La Crosse, WI.
1
Start on this road
25 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto South Monroe Street
161 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Monroe Street
3
Turn right onto WI 80
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Bridge Street
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
5
Merge onto I 90; I 94
16 mi
·
17 min
·
I 90; I 94
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
39 mi
·
41 min
·
I 90
Exit 45
Toward I 90 West: Tomah, La Crosse
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 5
Toward WI 16: La Crosse, Onalaska
8
At end of road, turn left onto WI 16
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
WI 16
9
Continue on Losey Boulevard North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Losey Boulevard North
10
Turn right onto CTH F
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
11
Turn left onto 16th Street South
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
16th Street South
12
Turn right onto Johnson Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Johnson Street
13
At end of road, turn right onto WI 35
326 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Avenue South
14
Arrive at destination
WI 35
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 64-mile drive, you have the advantage of flexibility. Leaving New Lisbon in the morning or early afternoon will allow you to reach La Crosse with ample daylight. With a total duration of just over an hour, no overnight stops are necessary, and you can easily budget around $10 for fuel. Consider departing just before a major mealtime to allow yourself to arrive in La Crosse ready for lunch or dinner, making the most of your time. The drive is efficient, so focus on arriving refreshed.
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 32 miles from New Lisbon, WI, or about 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.1 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 14 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32 miles or 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near La Crosse, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving New Lisbon, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from New Lisbon, WI
This is one driving day of about 64 miles and 1h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from New Lisbon, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 55.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32 mi from New Lisbon, WI · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32 miles from New Lisbon, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.01 one way
$20.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.99 | $21.97 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.32 | $24.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.13 | $28.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.72 | $3.07 |
| Efficient EV | 16 | 0 | $5.60 | $2.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.96 | $4.10 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
La Crosse, WI
Evening in La Crosse on Wednesday
Local time
7:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
32°F
Rockland, WI
32 mi in
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 18m 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 New Lisbon, WI to La Crosse, WI covers 64 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, WI 16, East Bridge 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 32 miles from New Lisbon, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.01 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 18m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Monroe Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (WI 80 / East Bridge Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.3 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from New Lisbon, WI to La Crosse, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Onalaska along the way.
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