Origin
Schofield, WI
Late night in Schofield on Thursday
Local time
12:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Schofield, WI to La Crosse, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 40m
Distance
148.5 mi
239 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 29m
★
6 AM
2h 40m
8 AM
3h 1m
10 AM
2h 47m
12 PM
2h 45m
3 PM
2h 48m
5 PM
3h 0m
8 PM
2h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Schofield, WI
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La Crosse, WI
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Trip Overview
Embarking from Schofield to La Crosse, Wisconsin, covers a distance of approximately 148.5 miles, taking about 2 hours and 40 minutes of driving time. This Midwest journey is easily manageable as a single-day trip, especially given its moderate length and estimated fuel cost of around $23. The route primarily utilizes US-51 and East Grand Avenue, with a segment on I-39 South, though it features a low highway share, indicating a more local driving experience. With just one recommended stop, you can enjoy a relatively uninterrupted drive through Wisconsin's landscape.
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
74.2 miles from Schofield, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
This particular drive is characterized as 'turn-heavy,' suggesting a route with frequent directional changes rather than long, straight stretches. With a 0% highway share, expect to navigate local roads and potentially some city driving as you move between destinations. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the 'turn-heavy' profile implies you'll be actively steering and adjusting your course throughout the 2-hour and 40-minute journey. This isn't a high-speed interstate cruise; rather, it's a more engaged, local-road experience.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 42 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US-51 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Schofield, WI to La Crosse, WI is easy. At 2h 40m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Schofield, WI to La Crosse, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US-51 | — | — |
| East Grand Avenue | — | — |
| I 39 South | — | — |
| WI 34 | — | — |
| Highway 34 | — | — |
| Highway 10 | — | — |
| WI 34 West | — | — |
| Victory Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US-51
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Schofield, WI and La Crosse, WI.
1
Start on Schofield Avenue
10 ft
·
8 sec
·
Schofield Avenue
2
Turn left onto Business US-51
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Business US-51
3
Continue on East Grand Avenue
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
East Grand Avenue
4
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
5
Merge slight left
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
6
Take the exit slight left toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Stevens Point, Madison
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 39 South, US 51 South: Stevens Point, Madison
7
Merge slight left
11 mi
·
12 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward WI 34: Knowlton, Wisconsin Rapids
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
WI 34: Knowlton, Wisconsin Rapids
9
Keep slight right
200 ft
·
7 sec
10
Turn straight onto State Highway 34
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
State Highway 34
11
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 34
125 ft
·
2 sec
·
State Highway 34
12
Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 34
9.7 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 34
13
Take the ramp right
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
14
Merge slight left onto US Highway 10
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
US Highway 10
15
Take the exit slight right toward WI 34 West, WI 13 South: Wisconsin Rapids
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
WI 34 West, WI 13 South: Wisconsin Rapids
16
Turn left onto Victory Road
15 mi
·
22 min
·
Victory Road
17
Turn right onto 2nd Avenue South
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Avenue South
18
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward 2nd Avenue South
187 ft
·
3 sec
·
2nd Avenue South
19
Exit the roundabout onto 2nd Avenue South
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
2nd Avenue South
20
Continue on Wisconsin River Drive
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Wisconsin River Drive
21
Turn right onto Letendre Avenue
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Letendre Avenue
22
Continue on State Highway 54
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 54
23
Turn left onto County Highway G
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
County Highway G
24
Continue on State Highway 173
9.1 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 173
25
At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 80
410 ft
·
7 sec
·
State Highway 80
26
Continue on State Highway 173
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 173
27
Continue on State Highway 173
24 mi
·
33 min
·
State Highway 173
28
Turn right onto State Highway 21
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 21
29
Continue on East McCoy Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
East McCoy Boulevard
30
Continue on State Highway 21
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
State Highway 21
31
Take the exit straight
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
32
Merge slight left
2.8 mi
·
2 min
33
Take the exit slight right toward I 90 West: La Crosse, Albert Lea
0.7 mi
·
51 sec
·
I 90 West: La Crosse, Albert Lea
34
Merge slight left
38 mi
·
40 min
35
Take the exit slight right toward WI 16: La Crosse, Onalaska
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
WI 16: La Crosse, Onalaska
36
At the end of the road, turn left
4.9 mi
·
8 min
37
Continue on Losey Boulevard North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Losey Boulevard North
38
Turn right onto Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
39
Turn left onto 16th Street South
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
16th Street South
40
Turn right onto Johnson Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Johnson Street
41
At the end of the road, turn right onto West Avenue South
325 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Avenue South
42
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 2-hour and 40-minute duration and 148.5-mile distance, this trip from Schofield to La Crosse is ideal for a single day. You can depart at your convenience, perhaps mid-morning to avoid rush hour in Schofield. Plan for one stop to stretch your legs or grab a quick bite, making the most of the relatively short travel time. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $23, and be prepared for the 'turn-heavy' nature of the route by staying alert to navigation prompts.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 74.2 miles from Schofield, WI, or about 1h 20m 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 33 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.2 miles or 1h 20m 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 11m
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 Schofield, 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 Schofield, WI
This is one driving day of about 148.5 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Schofield, 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 74.2 mi from Schofield, WI · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 74.2 miles from Schofield, 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
$23.22 one way
$46.43 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.49 | $50.98 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.58 | $57.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.79 | $65.57 |
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 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 | 44.6 | 0 | $15.59 | $7.13 |
| Efficient EV | 37.1 | 0 | $12.99 | $5.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.4 | 0 | $20.79 | $9.50 |
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
La Crosse, WI
Late night in La Crosse on Thursday
Local time
12:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°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
4 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
2h 40m 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 Schofield, WI to La Crosse, WI covers 148.5 miles and takes about 2h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US-51, East Grand Avenue, I 39 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74.2 miles from Schofield, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.22 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 Schofield, WI to La Crosse, WI is easy. At 2h 40m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Schofield, WI to La Crosse, WI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Schofield, WI to La Crosse, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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