Origin
North La Crosse, WI
Evening in North La Crosse on Friday
Local time
8:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North La Crosse, WI to Brillion, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 11m
Distance
187.3 mi
301 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 58m
★
6 AM
4h 12m
8 AM
4h 38m
10 AM
4h 21m
12 PM
4h 18m
3 PM
4h 22m
5 PM
4h 37m
8 PM
4h 4m
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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Brillion, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
North La Crosse, WI to Brillion, WI is 187.3 miles and takes about 4h 11m via I 90 and State Highway 82, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Wisconsin, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. It's a highway-focused trip that's best suited for a single-day journey. Consider this route if you prefer efficient travel with minimal detours, as it primarily utilizes major roadways for most of its 187.3 miles.
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
93.6 miles from North La Crosse, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 53m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 11m. Total distance: 187.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is largely a highway-focused drive, with 91% of it on major roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of I 90, including the longest uninterrupted segment of 51.9 miles. While the majority of your journey will be on high-speed interstates, expect some transitions as you navigate State Highway 82 and US Highway 10. The character shifts from interstate cruising to more varied highway driving as you progress toward Brillion.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 50 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 51.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and State Highway 82. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 67.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 187.3 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 149.1 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 149.3 miles (I 41; US 41): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese 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
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
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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
8
163.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 33m in
Take the exit toward WI 114, CTH JJ
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 131
Toward WI 114, CTH JJ
6
163.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 33m in
|
WI 114 / Winneconne Avenue
Enter roundabout onto WI 114 / Winneconne Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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 Brillion, WI, road signs point toward Oxford, Appleton and Cth.
Oxford
67.1 mi in
|
~1h 13m
Appleton
149.3 mi in
|
~3h 18m
|
via I 41; US 41
Cth
163.2 mi in
|
~3h 33m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 51.9 mi | 55m |
| State Highway 82 | 28.3 mi | 42m |
| US Highway 10 | 17.9 mi | 26m |
| State Highway 23 | 16 mi | 23m |
| State Highway 44 | 14.8 mi | 21m |
| US 53 | 14 mi | 15m |
| I 41 | 13.9 mi | 14m |
| State Highway 23 & 73 | 9.5 mi | 13m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 51.9 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North La Crosse, WI and Brillion, 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 69
Toward 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
14 mi
·
14 min
·
I 41; US 41
Toward Appleton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 131
Toward WI 114, CTH JJ
Use the slight right lane.
31
Keep slight right at fork
330 ft
·
7 sec
32
Turn straight onto WI 114
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Winneconne Avenue
33
Enter roundabout onto WI 114
156 ft
·
2 sec
·
Winneconne Avenue
34
Continue on WI 114
334 ft
·
5 sec
·
Winneconne Avenue
35
Enter roundabout onto WI 114
87 ft
·
1 sec
·
Winneconne Avenue
36
Continue on WI 114
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Winneconne Avenue
37
Turn left onto WI 114
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Commercial Street
38
Continue on WI 114
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Washington Street
39
Continue on WI 114
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Tayco Street
40
Turn right onto WI 114
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
3rd Street
41
Continue on WI 114
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Plank Road
42
Continue on US 10; WI 114
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
US Highway 10
Use the straight lane.
43
Enter roundabout onto US 10
93 ft
·
5 sec
·
US Highway 10
44
Continue on US 10
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US Highway 10
45
Enter roundabout onto US 10
150 ft
·
8 sec
·
US Highway 10
46
Continue on US 10
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
US Highway 10
47
Enter roundabout onto US 10
130 ft
·
7 sec
·
US Highway 10
48
Continue on US 10
5.3 mi
·
8 min
·
US Highway 10
49
Turn right onto CTH PP
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
50
Arrive at destination
CTH PP
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 4h 11m duration, you can easily complete this trip in one day. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unforeseen delays. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $29, planning is straightforward. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer 51.9-mile stretch on I 90, as services can be spaced out. This route is efficient, so a mid-morning departure offers flexibility without feeling rushed.
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 93.6 miles from North La Crosse, WI, or about 1h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.9 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 41 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.6 miles or 1h 53m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brillion, 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 187.3 miles and 4h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 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 90 for about 51.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 93.6 mi from North La Crosse, WI · 1h 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
94 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 93.6 miles from North La Crosse, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brillion, WI
The final approach into Brillion, 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 Brillion, 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
$29.28 one way
$58.56 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
66 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $32.15 | $64.30 |
| premium | $4.89 | $36.04 | $72.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.35 | $82.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 56.2 | 0 | $19.67 | $8.99 |
| Efficient EV | 46.8 | 0 | $16.39 | $7.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.9 | 0 | $26.22 | $11.99 |
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Brillion, WI
Evening in Brillion on Friday
Local time
8:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°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
6 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 11m 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 Brillion, WI covers 187.3 miles and takes about 4h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, State Highway 82, US Highway 10. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 93.6 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 $29.28 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 187.3 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 149.1 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 149.3 miles (I 41; US 41): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between North La Crosse, WI and Brillion, WI, road signs point toward Oxford, Appleton and Cth.
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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