Origin
North La Crosse, WI
Night in North La Crosse on Wednesday
Local time
11:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North La Crosse, WI to Winneconne, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 19m
Distance
149 mi
240 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 8m
★
6 AM
3h 20m
8 AM
3h 43m
10 AM
3h 28m
12 PM
3h 25m
3 PM
3h 29m
5 PM
3h 42m
8 PM
3h 12m
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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Winneconne, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
This 149-mile drive from North La Crosse, WI to Winneconne, WI takes approximately 3 hours and 19 minutes, making it a manageable one-day trip. You'll primarily travel on State Highway 21, I-90, and US 53, with 91% of the journey on highways. Budget around $23 for fuel. The route offers a straightforward Midwest journey, connecting two points within Wisconsin without significant regional shifts. It’s a practical option for a direct trip with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
74.5 miles from North La Crosse, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 149-mile route, with 91% of your travel occurring on major roads like State Highway 21, I-90, and US 53. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 65.4 miles, primarily on State Highway 21, offering a solid period of consistent driving. This profile suggests a drive that is largely efficient, allowing you to cover ground steadily without frequent turns or significant slowdowns through towns. It's geared towards getting you to your destination with minimal detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 21 is the longest continuous segment at about 65.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 21 and I 90. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near US 53.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from North La Crosse, WI to Winneconne, WI is easy. At 3h 19m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (US 53): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 59.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
1.2 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 53
Take the exit onto US 53
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
6
59.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward WI 80: Necedah, New Lisbon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 61
Toward WI 80: Necedah, New Lisbon
5
59.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
67.1 mi into trip
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~1h 16m in
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WI 80 / State Highway 80
At end of road, turn left onto WI 80 / State Highway 80
Navigation decision point
4
113.7 mi into trip
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~2h 22m in
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WI 21; WI 22 / South Cambridge Street
Turn left onto WI 21; WI 22 / South Cambridge Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from North La Crosse, WI to Winneconne, WI, road signs begin pointing toward New Lisbon along the way.
New Lisbon
59.6 mi in
|
~1h 5m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 21 | 65.4 mi | 1h 31m |
| I 90 | 44.4 mi | 47m |
| US 53 | 14 mi | 15m |
| State Highway 80 | 9.6 mi | 13m |
| Willow Street | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| West Main Street | 2.5 mi | 6m |
| State Highway 116 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Bannerman Avenue | 1.6 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 21
— 65.4 mi, about 1h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North La Crosse, WI and Winneconne, 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
44 mi
·
47 min
·
I 90
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 61
Toward WI 80: Necedah, New Lisbon
5
Keep slight left at fork
91 ft
·
6 sec
6
Turn left onto WI 80
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Bridge Street
7
Continue on WI 80
6.8 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 80
8
At end of road, turn left onto WI 80
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 80
9
Continue on WI 80
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
10
Turn right onto WI 21
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West 3rd Street
11
Continue on WI 21
29 mi
·
40 min
·
State Highway 21
12
Continue on WI 21
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Wautoma Road
13
Continue on WI 21
12 mi
·
16 min
·
State Highway 21
14
Turn left onto WI 21; WI 22
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Cambridge Street
15
Turn right onto WI 21; WI 22; WI 73
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
West Main Street
16
Continue on WI 21; WI 73
7.9 mi
·
11 min
·
State Highway 21
17
Continue on WI 21; CTH EE
1.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Bannerman Avenue
18
Continue on WI 21
16 mi
·
22 min
·
State Highway 21
19
Continue on WI 21
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West River Drive
20
Continue on WI 116; CTH F
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Omro Road
21
Continue on WI 116
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
State Highway 116
22
Continue on WI 116
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Willow Street
23
Continue on WI 116
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 116
24
Continue on WI 116; CTH B
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Poygan Road
25
Continue on WI 116
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
26
Arrive at destination
WI 116
Trip Plan
Given its 3-hour duration, this 149-mile trip is easily completed in a single day. Consider an early morning departure to maximize your time at your destination or simply to avoid any potential midday traffic. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of about $23, planning is straightforward. The longest stretch of 65.4 miles on State Highway 21 means you can settle in for a good portion of the drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as highway stretches can sometimes be farther apart than they appear.
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 74.5 miles from North La Crosse, WI, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.4 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 33 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.5 miles or 1h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Winneconne, 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 149 miles and 3h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 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 State Highway 21 for about 65.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.5 mi from North La Crosse, WI · 1h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74.5 miles from North La Crosse, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before State Highway 21 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.4 miles.
Arriving in Winneconne, WI
The final approach into Winneconne, 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 Winneconne, 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
$23.29 one way
$46.59 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.58 | $51.15 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.67 | $57.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.90 | $65.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.7 | 0 | $15.64 | $7.15 |
| Efficient EV | 37.3 | 0 | $13.04 | $5.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.6 | 0 | $20.86 | $9.54 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Winneconne, WI
Night in Winneconne on Wednesday
Local time
11:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Adams, WI
75 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
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
3h 19m 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 La Crosse, WI to Winneconne, WI covers 149 miles and takes about 3h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 21, I 90, US 53. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74.5 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 $23.29 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from North La Crosse, WI to Winneconne, WI is easy. At 3h 19m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (US 53): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 59.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from North La Crosse, WI to Winneconne, WI, road signs begin pointing toward New Lisbon along the way.
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