Origin
North Hudson, WI
Morning in North Hudson on Saturday
Local time
10:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Hudson, WI to North La Crosse, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 20m
Distance
129.4 mi
208 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 11m
★
6 AM
2h 21m
8 AM
2h 40m
10 AM
2h 27m
12 PM
2h 25m
3 PM
2h 28m
5 PM
2h 39m
8 PM
2h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Hudson, WI
Tom Fisk
North La Crosse, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from North Hudson, WI to North La Crosse, WI covers 129.4 miles and takes about 2h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Sixth Street North, Second Street, Eau Claire for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.23 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
64.7 miles from North Hudson, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 20m. Total distance: 129.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 20m 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 2h 20m drive with frequent turns across 129.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sixth Street North 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 North Hudson, WI to North La Crosse, WI is easy. At 2h 20m 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 North Hudson, WI to North La Crosse, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sixth Street North | — | — |
| Second Street | — | — |
| Eau Claire | — | — |
| WI 35 South | — | — |
| Highway 29 | — | — |
| Highway 65 | — | — |
| North Maple Street | — | — |
| West Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Sixth Street North
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Hudson, WI and North La Crosse, WI.
1
Start on St Croix St North
56 ft
·
8 sec
·
St Croix St North
2
Turn left onto Sixth Street North
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
Sixth Street North
3
Continue on Second Street
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Second Street
4
Keep slight left to continue on Eau Claire, River Falls
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Eau Claire, River Falls
5
Merge slight left
2.5 mi
·
2 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward WI 35 South: River Falls
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
WI 35 South: River Falls
7
Continue straight
9.3 mi
·
11 min
8
Continue on State Highway 29/35/65
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
State Highway 29/35/65
9
Continue on State Highway 65
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
State Highway 65
10
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 65
135 ft
·
8 sec
·
State Highway 65
11
Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 65
9.1 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 65
12
Continue on North Maple Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Maple Street
13
Turn right onto West Main Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
14
Turn left
12 mi
·
18 min
15
Turn right onto Route 61/Route 63
15 mi
·
19 min
·
Route 61/Route 63
16
Continue on North Lakeshore Drive
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
North Lakeshore Drive
17
Continue on Route 61
9.5 mi
·
13 min
·
Route 61
18
Continue on 2nd Street
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
2nd Street
19
Continue on Route 61
37 mi
·
45 min
·
Route 61
20
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US 14;US 61
161 ft
·
3 sec
·
US 14;US 61
21
Exit the rotary onto US 14;US 61
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
US 14;US 61
22
Continue straight
12 mi
·
14 min
23
Continue straight
8.5 mi
·
9 min
24
Keep slight left
3.8 mi
·
4 min
25
Take the exit slight right
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
26
Turn right onto Rose Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Rose Street
27
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 64.7 miles from North Hudson, WI, or about 1h 10m 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 28 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.7 miles or 1h 10m 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 55m
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 North Hudson, 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 North Hudson, WI
This is one driving day of about 129.4 miles and 2h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from North Hudson, 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 64.7 mi from North Hudson, WI · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 64.7 miles from North Hudson, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around North 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
$20.23 one way
$40.46 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.21 | $44.42 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.90 | $49.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.57 | $57.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.8 | 0 | $13.59 | $6.21 |
| Efficient EV | 32.4 | 0 | $11.32 | $5.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.8 | 0 | $18.12 | $8.28 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
North La Crosse, WI
Morning in North La Crosse on Saturday
Local time
10:15 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
20 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
2h 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 North Hudson, WI to North La Crosse, WI covers 129.4 miles and takes about 2h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sixth Street North, Second Street, Eau Claire. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.7 miles from North Hudson, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.23 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 North Hudson, WI to North La Crosse, WI is easy. At 2h 20m 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 North Hudson, WI to North La Crosse, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from North Hudson, WI to North La Crosse, 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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