How far is Aztalan, WI from La Crosse, WI?
The driving distance from Aztalan, WI to La Crosse, WI is about 161.9 miles (260.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 129.4 miles (208.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 36m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Juneau County, Wisconsin
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Aztalan and La Crosse.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aztalan and La Crosse.
-
1
Start on County Road B
1.5 km · 2 min · County Road B
-
2
Turn right onto County Road V
1.3 mi · 3 min · County Road V
-
3
Continue on East Tyranena Park Road
3003 ft · 1 min · East Tyranena Park Road
-
4
Turn right onto North Main Street
1714 ft · 36 sec · North Main Street
-
5
Take the ramp right
1931 ft · 47 sec
-
6
Merge slight left
18.8 mi · 20 min
-
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 39 North, I 90 West, I 94 West: Wisconsin Dells, Eau Claire
29.1 mi · 31 min
-
8
Keep slight left
63.5 mi · 1 hr 8 min
-
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West: Tomah, La Crosse
39.1 mi · 42 min
-
10
Take the exit slight right toward WI 16: La Crosse, Onalaska
1636 ft · 42 sec
-
11
At the end of the road, turn left
4.9 mi · 9 min
-
12
Continue on Losey Boulevard North
2575 ft · 2 min · Losey Boulevard North
-
13
Turn right onto Main Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Main Street
-
14
Turn left onto 16th Street South
1.3 km · 2 min · 16th Street South
-
15
Turn right onto Johnson Street
1824 ft · 1 min · Johnson Street
-
16
At the end of the road, turn right onto West Avenue South
99 m · 11 sec · West Avenue South
-
17
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Avenue South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Aztalan and La Crosse.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 39 North
Keep slight left
63.5 mi · 01h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Aztalan and Sunny near La Crosse.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Aztalan to La Crosse?
The road trip is about 161.9 miles (260.6 km) and usually takes 02h 36m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lyndon Station is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.7 miles from Aztalan and 81.2 miles from La Crosse.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 129.4 miles (208.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.53 one way or $43.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Aztalan and Sunny near La Crosse.
Stop Ideas Near Lyndon Station
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lyndon Station.
Wisconsin Dells
Portage
Westfield, WI
Tomah
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Aztalan and La Crosse. Straight-line distance: 129.45 mi (208.33 km).
#1 Aztalan
Civil town in Jefferson County, Wisconsin
| Population | 1,493 |
| Coordinates | 43.0727800, -88.8623300 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
#2 La Crosse
The most populous city in La Crosse County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 51,163 |
| Coordinates | 43.8013600, -91.2395800 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Avenue South (-91.239623, 43.801338)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 261 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $21.53 | $43.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.28 | $48.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.57 | $53.15 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $30.29 | $60.57 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Wisconsin · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.