Origin
Port Washington, WI
Late night in Port Washington on Thursday
Local time
5:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Port Washington, WI to La Crosse, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 44m
Distance
202.4 mi
326 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 32m
★
6 AM
3h 45m
8 AM
4h 10m
10 AM
3h 53m
12 PM
3h 51m
3 PM
3h 55m
5 PM
4h 9m
8 PM
3h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Port Washington, WI
Tom Fisk
La Crosse, WI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Port Washington, WI to La Crosse, WI covers 202.4 miles and takes about 3h 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Grand Avenue, Highway 33, East Green Bay Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $31.64 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
101.2 miles from Port Washington, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 52m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 44m. Total distance: 202.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 44m 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 3h 44m drive with frequent turns across 202.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 47 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Grand Avenue 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.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 44m 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 Port Washington, WI to La Crosse, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Grand Avenue | — | — |
| Highway 33 | — | — |
| East Green Bay Avenue | — | — |
| West Dekora Street | — | — |
| East Washington Street | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| Lake Street | — | — |
| Vine Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Grand Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Washington, WI and La Crosse, WI.
1
Start on South Webster Street
105 ft
·
10 sec
·
South Webster Street
2
Turn left onto West Grand Avenue
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
West Grand Avenue
3
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Grand Avenue
102 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Grand Avenue
4
Exit the roundabout onto West Grand Avenue
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Grand Avenue
5
Continue on State Highway 33
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
State Highway 33
6
Continue on East Green Bay Avenue
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
East Green Bay Avenue
7
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Green Bay Avenue
102 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Green Bay Avenue
8
Exit the roundabout onto East Green Bay Avenue
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
East Green Bay Avenue
9
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Green Bay Avenue
138 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Green Bay Avenue
10
Exit the roundabout onto East Green Bay Avenue
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
East Green Bay Avenue
11
Turn slight right onto West Dekora Street
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West Dekora Street
12
Continue on State Highway 33
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 33
13
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 33
259 ft
·
5 sec
·
State Highway 33
14
Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 33
8.4 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 33
15
Continue on East Washington Street
5.6 mi
·
11 min
·
East Washington Street
16
Continue on State Highway 33
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 33
17
Continue on Main Street
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
18
Continue on State Highway 33
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 33
19
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 33
118 ft
·
2 sec
·
State Highway 33
20
Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 33
8.4 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 33
21
Continue on Lake Street
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Street
22
Turn left onto Vine Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Vine Street
23
Continue on Barstow Street
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Barstow Street
24
Continue on Main Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Main Street
25
Turn right onto Washington Street
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
Washington Street
26
Continue on State Highway 33
8.0 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 33
27
Continue on Park Avenue
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Park Avenue
28
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
29
Merge slight left
13 mi
·
15 min
30
Take the exit slight right toward WI 16, WI 60: Columbus, Portage
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
WI 16, WI 60: Columbus, Portage
31
Keep slight right
240 ft
·
6 sec
32
Turn straight onto James Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
James Street
33
Continue on State Highway 16
23 mi
·
31 min
·
State Highway 16
34
Turn straight onto US Highway 51 & State Highway 16
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US Highway 51 & State Highway 16
35
Continue on East Wisconsin Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
East Wisconsin Street
36
Turn left onto West Cook Street
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
West Cook Street
37
Take the ramp slight right
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
38
Merge slight left
60 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
39
Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West: Tomah, La Crosse
39 mi
·
41 min
·
I 90 West: Tomah, La Crosse
40
Take the exit slight right toward WI 16: La Crosse, Onalaska
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
WI 16: La Crosse, Onalaska
41
At the end of the road, turn left
4.9 mi
·
8 min
42
Continue on Losey Boulevard North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Losey Boulevard North
43
Turn right onto Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
44
Turn left onto 16th Street South
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
16th Street South
45
Turn right onto Johnson Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Johnson Street
46
At the end of the road, turn right onto West Avenue South
325 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Avenue South
47
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 101.2 miles from Port Washington, WI, or about 1h 52m 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 45 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 101.2 miles or 1h 52m 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 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near La Crosse, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Port Washington, 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 Port Washington, WI
This is one driving day of about 202.4 miles and 3h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Port Washington, 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 101.2 mi from Port Washington, WI · 1h 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
101 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 101.2 miles from Port Washington, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in La Crosse, WI
The final approach into La Crosse, 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 La Crosse, 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
$31.64 one way
$63.29 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
71 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $34.74 | $69.49 |
| premium | $4.89 | $38.95 | $77.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.69 | $89.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.7 | 0 | $21.25 | $9.72 |
| Efficient EV | 50.6 | 0 | $17.71 | $8.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 81 | 1 | $28.34 | $12.95 |
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (66% 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
La Crosse, WI
Late night in La Crosse on Thursday
Local time
5:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Lodi, WI
101 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
20 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
3h 44m 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 Port Washington, WI to La Crosse, WI covers 202.4 miles and takes about 3h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Grand Avenue, Highway 33, East Green Bay Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 101.2 miles from Port Washington, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.64 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.
This is a straightforward 3h 44m 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 Port Washington, WI to La Crosse, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Port Washington, WI to La Crosse, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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