The drive from North La Crosse, WI to Abrams, WI covers 219.9 miles and takes about 4h 37m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 41, I 90, State Highway 82 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 68.6 miles on I 41.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.38 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
109.9 miles from North La Crosse, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 17m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 37m. Total distance: 219.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 4h 37m highway drive covering 219.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 41 and I 90. The longest continuous stretch is about 68.6 miles on I 41.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 41 is the longest continuous segment at about 68.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and I 90. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 67.1 miles in.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 37m 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: at 67.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 67.6 miles (State Highway 82): Navigation decision point; at 149.1 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
67.1 mi into trip|~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward WI 82: Mauston, Oxford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 69
Toward WI 82: Mauston, Oxford
5
67.6 mi into trip|~1h 14m in|State Highway 82
At end of road, turn left onto State Highway 82
Navigation decision point
6
149.1 mi into trip|~3h 17m in
Turn left toward I-41_North: Appleton
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I-41_North: Appleton
6
149.3 mi into trip|~3h 18m in|I 41; US 41
Merge onto I 41; US 41 toward Appleton
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Appleton
5
217.9 mi into trip|~4h 32m in
Take the exit toward CTH D: Abrams
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 185
Toward CTH D: Abrams
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between North La Crosse, WI and Abrams, WI, road signs point toward Oxford and Appleton.
Oxford
67.1 mi in|~1h 13m
Appleton
149.3 mi in|~3h 18m|via I 41; US 41
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 41
68.6 mi
1h 13m
I 90
51.9 mi
55m
State Highway 82
28.3 mi
42m
State Highway 23
16 mi
23m
State Highway 44
14.8 mi
21m
US 53
14 mi
15m
State Highway 23 & 73
9.5 mi
13m
State Highway 23 & 49
3.4 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 68.6 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North La Crosse, WI and Abrams, WI.
1
Start on US 53; CTH B
1.2 mi·2 min·Rose Street
2
Take the exit onto US 53
14 mi·15 min·US 53
3
Continue on I 90
52 mi·55 min·I 90
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 69Toward WI 82: Mauston, Oxford
5
Turn left onto State Highway 82
130 ft·5 sec·State Highway 82
6
Continue on State Highway 82
0.2 mi·17 sec·State Highway 82
7
At end of road, turn left onto State Highway 82
29 ft·0 sec·State Highway 82
8
Continue on WI 82
25 mi·36 min·State Highway 82
9
Continue on WI 82
1.1 mi·1 min·West Ormsby Street
10
Continue on WI 82
3.5 mi·5 min·State Highway 82
11
Continue on State Highway 23
6.1 mi·8 min·State Highway 23
12
Continue on WI 23
1.8 mi·2 min·Underwood Avenue
13
Continue on WI 23; CTH C
0.2 mi·17 sec·West Montello Street
14
Continue on WI 22; WI 23; CTH C
0.6 mi·50 sec·East Montello Street
15
Continue on WI 23
9.9 mi·14 min·State Highway 23
16
Continue on WI 23
0.5 mi·49 sec·South 2nd Street
17
Turn right onto WI 73; CTH J
0.8 mi·1 min·West Main Street
18
Turn right onto WI 23; WI 73; CTH D
0.8 mi·1 min·South Fulton Street
19
Continue on WI 23; WI 73
9.5 mi·13 min·State Highway 23 & 73
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on WI 23; WI 49
3.4 mi·4 min·State Highway 23 & 49
21
Continue on WI 23; WI 49
1.4 mi·2 min·West Fond du Lac Street
22
Turn left onto CTH FF
403 ft·15 sec·North Union Street
23
Turn straight onto West Oshkosh Street
1.4 mi·4 min·West Oshkosh Street
24
Keep slight left at fork onto East Oshkosh Street
263 ft·8 sec·East Oshkosh Street
25
Continue on WI 44
15 mi·21 min·State Highway 44
26
Continue on WI 44; WI 91
0.8 mi·1 min·Ripon Rd
27
Continue on WI 44; WI 91
0.2 mi·21 sec·State Highway 44/91
28
Turn left
0.2 mi·33 sec
Toward I-41_North: Appleton
29
Merge onto I 41; US 41
69 mi·1 hr 13 min·I 41; US 41
Toward AppletonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Exit 185Toward CTH D: Abrams
31
Turn left onto CTH D
0.3 mi·38 sec·County Highway D
32
Turn right onto CTH EE
0.9 mi·2 min·County Highway EE
33
Turn left onto Oak Orchard Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Oak Orchard Road
34
Arrive at destination
Oak Orchard Road
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 109.9 miles from North La Crosse, WI, or about 2h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.6 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 48 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109.9 miles or 2h 17m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Abrams, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving North La Crosse, 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 La Crosse, WI
This is one driving day of about 219.9 miles and 4h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 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.
The longest stretch is on I 41 for about 68.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 109.9 mi from North La Crosse, WI
· 2h 17m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Ice Age National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Ice Age National Scenic Trail spans 1,200 miles, traverses some of Wisconsin's finest geologic and glacial features, and passes through the ancestral lands of 15 Tribes. The Trail is built, manage...
15 mi from route
~36 min detour
Free
near mile 91
Caution: General Advisory — Flooding Possible
Caution: Averill–Kelly Creek Wilderness Segment — Dangerous Ford at New Wood River
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.38 one way
$68.76 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg77 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$37.75
$75.49
premium
$4.89
$42.32
$84.64
diesel
$5.61
$48.55
$97.10
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
66
0
$23.09
$10.56
Efficient EV
55
0
$19.24
$8.80
EV Truck/SUV
88
1
$30.79
$14.07
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
North La Crosse, WI
Morning
in North La Crosse on Saturday
Local time
8:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Abrams, WI
Morning
in Abrams on Saturday
Local time
8:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
43°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
23 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 37m 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 Abrams, WI covers 219.9 miles and takes about 4h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 41, I 90, State Highway 82. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 109.9 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 $34.38 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 37m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 67.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 67.6 miles (State Highway 82): Navigation decision point; at 149.1 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Between North La Crosse, WI and Abrams, WI, road signs point toward Oxford and Appleton.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Ice Age National Scenic Trail.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
