Origin
Westby, WI
Night in Westby on Wednesday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Westby, WI to La Crosse, WI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
40m
Distance
25.6 mi
41 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Westby, WI
Tom Fisk
La Crosse, WI
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition between Westby and La Crosse, this 25.6-mile trip is an efficient way to navigate the Wisconsin landscape. Expect to spend about 32 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day journey that requires no overnight stops. Budget roughly $3 for fuel to cover the distance, which is quite economical for a trip within the Midwest. Since you won't be navigating any complex highway systems, the travel time remains fairly predictable. It is a straightforward local drive that serves as a practical connection between these two Wisconsin communities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
12.8 miles from Westby, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will transition through North Main Street and Mormon Coulee Road, as the route maintains a 0% highway share throughout the entire duration. Because there are no long stretches of uninterrupted road, you should anticipate a constant flow of local turns and shifts in direction. The experience is intimate and tactical, lacking the high-speed isolation found on major interstates. Expect the road to feel more like a winding local artery than a fast-paced transit corridor.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Main St is the longest continuous segment at about 21.2 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,317 ft
643 ft
Total Climb
566 ft
Total Descent
1,194 ft
Highest Point
1,317 ft
~1.8 mi in
Elevation Range
675 ft
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. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 14; US 61; WI 27 / North Main Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 40m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 14; US 61; WI 27 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 0.3 miles (US 14; US 61 / North Main St): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 14; US 61; WI 27 / North Main Street
Turn right onto US 14; US 61; WI 27 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 14; US 61 / North Main St
Keep slight right at fork onto US 14; US 61 / North Main St
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
21.5 mi into trip
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~31m in
|
US 14; US 61; WI 35 / Mormon Coulee Road
Enter roundabout onto US 14; US 61; WI 35 / Mormon Coulee Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
24.3 mi into trip
|
~36m in
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US 14; US 61; WI 35 / South Avenue
Enter roundabout onto US 14; US 61; WI 35 / South Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Main St | 21.2 mi | 30m |
| Mormon Coulee Road | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| South Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Avenue South | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Park Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Main St
— 21.2 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westby, WI and La Crosse, WI.
1
Start on East Park Street
413 ft
·
20 sec
·
East Park Street
2
Turn right onto US 14; US 61; WI 27
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Keep slight left at fork
96 ft
·
3 sec
4
Keep slight right at fork onto US 14; US 61
21 mi
·
30 min
·
North Main St
5
Enter roundabout onto US 14; US 61; WI 35
42 ft
·
0 sec
·
Mormon Coulee Road
6
Continue on US 14; US 61; WI 35
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Mormon Coulee Road
7
Enter roundabout onto US 14; US 61; WI 35
131 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Avenue
8
Continue on US 14; US 61; WI 35
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Avenue
9
Enter roundabout onto US 14; US 61; WI 35
113 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Avenue
10
Continue on US 14; US 61; WI 35
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Avenue
11
Enter roundabout onto WI 35
16 ft
·
0 sec
·
West Avenue South
12
Continue on WI 35
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West Avenue South
13
Arrive at destination
WI 35
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 32-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to leave whenever it suits your plans. Given the nature of local roads, keep an eye on your navigation as you move between North Main Street and Mormon Coulee Road to ensure you do not miss a turn. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, but keeping a small buffer for fuel costs—around $3—is a smart move for your budget. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by planning your departure around local traffic patterns in La Crosse. Staying alert for transitions between streets will make your trip much smoother.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 12.8 miles from Westby, WI, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.2 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 25.6 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.8 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near La Crosse, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Westby, WI.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Westby, WI
This is one driving day of about 25.6 miles and 40m.
At 25.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on North Main St for about 21.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.8 mi from Westby, WI · 18m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 25.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.8 miles from Westby, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in La Crosse, WI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into La Crosse, WI if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.00 one way
$8.00 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.39 | $8.79 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.93 | $9.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.65 | $11.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
| Efficient EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.24 | $1.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.58 | $1.64 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Night in La Crosse on Wednesday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Partly Cloudy
S 2 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 13 at 2:57AM CDT until April 14 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Duluth MN
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 13 at 2:23AM CDT until April 14 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
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
40m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Westby, WI to La Crosse, WI covers 25.6 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Main St, Mormon Coulee Road, South Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.8 miles from Westby, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.00 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.
This is a straightforward 40m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 14; US 61; WI 27 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 0.3 miles (US 14; US 61 / North Main St): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Westby, WI to La Crosse, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 643 ft to 1,317 ft elevation with about 566 ft of total climbing.
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