Origin
North La Crosse, WI
Morning in North La Crosse on Saturday
Local time
11:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North La Crosse, WI to Paddock Lake, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 20m
Distance
227 mi
365 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 7m
★
6 AM
4h 21m
8 AM
4h 47m
10 AM
4h 30m
12 PM
4h 27m
3 PM
4h 31m
5 PM
4h 46m
8 PM
4h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North La Crosse, WI
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Paddock Lake, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from North La Crosse, WI to Paddock Lake, WI covers 227 miles and takes about 4h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 39, WI 11 East, East Racine Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.49 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
113.5 miles from North La Crosse, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 20m. Total distance: 227 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 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 4h 20m drive with frequent turns across 227 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 39 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 20m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from North La Crosse, WI to Paddock Lake, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 39 | — | — |
| WI 11 East | — | — |
| East Racine Street | — | — |
| US 12 East | — | — |
| WI 50 East | — | — |
| Highway 50 | — | — |
| Geneva Road | — | — |
| 75th Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 39
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North La Crosse, WI and Paddock Lake, WI.
1
Start on Rose Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Rose Street
2
Take the exit slight right
14 mi
·
15 min
3
Continue straight
120 mi
·
2 hr 8 min
4
Keep slight right to continue on I 39, I 90: Chicago
37 mi
·
39 min
·
I 39, I 90: Chicago
5
Take the exit slight right toward WI 11 East: Delavan
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
WI 11 East: Delavan
6
Keep slight left
518 ft
·
13 sec
7
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward East Racine Street
295 ft
·
17 sec
·
East Racine Street
8
Exit the roundabout onto East Racine Street
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
East Racine Street
9
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Racine Street
112 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Racine Street
10
Exit the roundabout onto East Racine Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East Racine Street
11
Turn straight
11 mi
·
15 min
12
Continue straight
3.5 mi
·
4 min
13
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
14
Merge slight left
12 mi
·
12 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward US 12 East: Lake Geneva
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
US 12 East: Lake Geneva
16
Keep slight left
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
17
Merge slight left
7.7 mi
·
8 min
18
Take the exit slight right toward WI 50 East: Kenosha
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
WI 50 East: Kenosha
19
Continue on State Highway 50
10 mi
·
14 min
·
State Highway 50
20
Continue on Geneva Road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Geneva Road
21
Continue on 75th Street
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
75th Street
22
Turn left onto 248th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
248th Avenue
23
Turn right onto 69th Place
512 ft
·
23 sec
·
69th Place
24
Continue on 245th Avenue
390 ft
·
17 sec
·
245th Avenue
25
Continue on 244th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
244th Avenue
26
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 113.5 miles from North La Crosse, WI, or about 2h 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 50 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 113.5 miles or 2h 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 3h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Paddock Lake, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North La Crosse, 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 North La Crosse, WI
This is one driving day of about 227 miles and 4h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from North 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 113.5 mi from North La Crosse, WI · 2h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
114 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
Arriving in Paddock Lake, WI
The final approach into Paddock Lake, 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 Paddock Lake, 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
$35.49 one way
$70.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
79 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $38.97 | $77.93 |
| premium | $4.89 | $43.68 | $87.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $50.12 | $100.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.1 | 0 | $23.83 | $10.90 |
| Efficient EV | 56.8 | 0 | $19.86 | $9.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 90.8 | 1 | $31.78 | $14.53 |
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Paddock Lake, WI
Morning in Paddock Lake on Saturday
Local time
11:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Lodi, WI
114 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
19 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
4h 20m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from North La Crosse, WI to Paddock Lake, WI covers 227 miles and takes about 4h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 39, WI 11 East, East Racine Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 113.5 miles from North 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 $35.49 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 20m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from North La Crosse, WI to Paddock Lake, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from North La Crosse, WI to Paddock Lake, 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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