Trip from North La Crosse, WI to De Pere, WI

Drive Time

4h 13m

Distance

197.7 mi

318 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 0m ★

6 AM

4h 13m

8 AM

4h 40m

10 AM

4h 22m

12 PM

4h 20m

3 PM

4h 24m

5 PM

4h 38m

8 PM

4h 5m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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North La Crosse, WI

Tom Fisk

De Pere, WI

Israel Torres

Trip Overview

If you are planning to cross Wisconsin from North La Crosse to De Pere, expect a straightforward journey covering 197.7 miles. You should budget about 4 hours and 13 minutes of drive time, making this a very manageable single-day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $30, it is an affordable route for a weekend getaway or a necessary commute. The path utilizes a combination of I-90, I-41, and State Highway 82 to get you across the state efficiently. Since the entire trip takes place within the Midwest, you can anticipate consistent road conditions throughout. It is best treated as a one-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stop.

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

98.8 miles from North La Crosse, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .

Drive Character

This highway-focused drive is built for efficiency, with 94% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm quickly, especially during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 51.9 miles on I-90. While the interstate segments facilitate rapid progress, the inclusion of State Highway 82 provides a transition between these major arteries. Behind the wheel, you should expect a consistent, predictable driving experience that favors speed over winding secondary roads. The route balances heavy interstate travel with necessary highway connections, ensuring you stay on track as you navigate from the western side of the state toward the De Pere area.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 40 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 I 41. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 67.1 miles in.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 197.7 miles you will encounter 15 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 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 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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

67.6 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in | State Highway 82

At end of road, turn left onto State Highway 82

Navigation decision point

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

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

195.6 mi into trip | ~4h 8m in

Take the exit toward CTH G

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 163A Toward CTH G

Towns Along This Route

Between North La Crosse, WI and De Pere, 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 90	51.9 mi	55m
I 41	46.3 mi	49m
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 90 — 51.9 mi, about 55m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between North La Crosse, WI and De Pere, WI.

Start on US 53; CTH B

1.2 mi · 2 min · Rose Street

Take the exit onto US 53

14 mi · 15 min · US 53

Continue on I 90

52 mi · 55 min · I 90

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Exit 69 Toward WI 82: Mauston, Oxford

Turn left onto State Highway 82

130 ft · 5 sec · State Highway 82

Continue on State Highway 82

0.2 mi · 17 sec · State Highway 82

At end of road, turn left onto State Highway 82

29 ft · 0 sec · State Highway 82

Continue on WI 82

25 mi · 36 min · State Highway 82

Continue on WI 82

1.1 mi · 1 min · West Ormsby Street

Continue on WI 82

3.5 mi · 5 min · State Highway 82

Continue on State Highway 23

6.1 mi · 8 min · State Highway 23

Continue on WI 23

1.8 mi · 2 min · Underwood Avenue

Continue on WI 23; CTH C

0.2 mi · 17 sec · West Montello Street

Continue on WI 22; WI 23; CTH C

0.6 mi · 50 sec · East Montello Street

Continue on WI 23

9.9 mi · 14 min · State Highway 23

Continue on WI 23

0.5 mi · 49 sec · South 2nd Street

Turn right onto WI 73; CTH J

0.8 mi · 1 min · West Main Street

Turn right onto WI 23; WI 73; CTH D

0.8 mi · 1 min · South Fulton Street

Continue on WI 23; WI 73

9.5 mi · 13 min · State Highway 23 & 73

Use the straight lane.

Continue on WI 23; WI 49

3.4 mi · 4 min · State Highway 23 & 49

Continue on WI 23; WI 49

1.4 mi · 2 min · West Fond du Lac Street

Turn left onto CTH FF

403 ft · 15 sec · North Union Street

Turn straight onto West Oshkosh Street

1.4 mi · 4 min · West Oshkosh Street

Keep slight left at fork onto East Oshkosh Street

263 ft · 8 sec · East Oshkosh Street

Continue on WI 44

15 mi · 21 min · State Highway 44

Continue on WI 44; WI 91

0.8 mi · 1 min · Ripon Rd

Continue on WI 44; WI 91

0.2 mi · 21 sec · State Highway 44/91

Turn left

0.2 mi · 33 sec

Toward I-41_North: Appleton

Merge onto I 41; US 41

46 mi · 49 min · I 41; US 41

Toward Appleton Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Exit 163A Toward CTH G

Keep slight right at fork

363 ft · 8 sec

Turn right onto West Main Avenue

284 ft · 5 sec · West Main Avenue

Enter roundabout onto West Main Avenue

125 ft · 2 sec · West Main Avenue

Continue on West Main Avenue

0.7 mi · 2 min · West Main Avenue

Continue on WI 32

0.3 mi · 45 sec · Reid Street

Turn left onto WI 32

205 ft · 4 sec · 3rd Street

Keep slight right at fork onto WI 32

0.4 mi · 48 sec · WI 32

Enter roundabout onto WI 57

269 ft · 4 sec · WI 57

Continue on WI 57

475 ft · 8 sec · WI 57

Arrive at destination

WI 57

Trip Plan

For a smooth experience, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the four-hour duration. Because this route relies heavily on major corridors, you should check traffic reports for I-90 and I-41 before departing, as these roads can experience congestion near urban centers. Keeping your fuel budget around $30 is realistic, but it is wise to fill up before hitting the longer stretches to avoid inflated prices at remote stations. Since the drive is short enough to complete in a single day, you have the flexibility to leave in the morning or afternoon based on your preference. Prioritize a steady pace during the 51.9-mile stretch on I-90 to maintain your arrival schedule.

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 98.8 miles from North La Crosse, WI, or about 2h 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 98.8 miles or 2h 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 31m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near De Pere, 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 197.7 miles and 4h 13m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 98.8 mi from North La Crosse, WI · 2h into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Rockford, IL

99 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

Rockford, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Rockford, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 98.8 miles from North La Crosse, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in De Pere, WI

The final approach into De Pere, 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 De Pere, 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

$30.03 one way

$60.06 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 69 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$33.10	$66.21
premium	$4.80	$37.32	$74.64
diesel	$5.64	$43.92	$87.84

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 69.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	59.3	$20.76	$9.49
Efficient EV	49.4	$17.30	$7.91
EV Truck/SUV	79.1	$27.68	$12.65

Gas CO2

69 kg

EV CO2

23 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

North La Crosse, WI

Afternoon in North La Crosse on Sunday

Local time

3:06 PM

CDT

Current temp

39°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

De Pere, WI

Afternoon in De Pere on Sunday

Local time

3:06 PM

CDT

Current temp

45°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 warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 13m 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 De Pere, WI covers 197.7 miles and takes about 4h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 90, I 41, 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 98.8 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 $30.03 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.

Between North La Crosse, WI and De Pere, WI, road signs point toward Oxford and Appleton.

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Trip from North La Crosse, WI to De Pere, WI

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in De Pere, WI

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

North La Crosse, WI

De Pere, WI

Same local time

6 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 13m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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