How far is Bergen, WI from North La Crosse, WI?
The driving distance from Bergen, WI to North La Crosse, WI is about 194.1 miles (312.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 152.1 miles (244.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 56m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 58m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bergen and North La Crosse.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bergen and North La Crosse.
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Start on the route
24 m · 11 sec
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Turn left onto South Bergen Road
994 ft · 44 sec · South Bergen Road
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Turn straight onto South State Road 140
3.8 mi · 7 min · South State Road 140
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Continue on Church Street
1 mi · 2 min · Church Street
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Continue on South State Highway 140
1039 ft · 21 sec · South State Highway 140
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Continue on South State Road 140
6.2 mi · 11 min · South State Road 140
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At the end of the road, turn left
4.7 mi · 6 min
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Turn left onto East Racine Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · East Racine Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward I-90 WEST, I-39 NORTH: Madison
3 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto I-90 WEST, I-39 NORTH: Madison
1465 ft · 18 sec
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Merge slight left
65.8 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Keep slight left
63.5 mi · 1 hr 8 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West: Tomah, La Crosse
42.1 mi · 45 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 53 South, WI 35: La Crosse, Onalaska
1291 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto Rose Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · Rose Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Rose Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bergen and North 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-90 WEST
Merge slight left
65.8 mi · 01h 11m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Bergen and Partly Sunny near North La Crosse.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bergen to North La Crosse?
The road trip is about 194.1 miles (312.4 km) and usually takes 02h 58m 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?
Lewiston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 95.4 miles from Bergen and 98.7 miles from North La Crosse.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 152.1 miles (244.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 42 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 12:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.83 one way or $51.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 60.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Bergen and Partly Sunny near North La Crosse.
Stop Ideas Near Lewiston
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bergen and North La Crosse. Straight-line distance: 152.14 mi (244.84 km).
#1 Bergen
Unincorporated community in Rock County, Wisconsin
| Population | 1,364 |
| Coordinates | 42.4939100, -88.8653800 |
| Altitude | 292 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North La Crosse
A city in La Crosse County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 50,470 |
| Coordinates | 43.8463500, -91.2481900 |
| Altitude | 197 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rose Street (-91.248268, 43.846348)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 312 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $25.83 | $51.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $29.13 | $58.27 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $31.88 | $63.76 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $36.33 | $72.66 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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