How far is Black River Falls, WI from La Crosse, WI?
The driving distance from Black River Falls, WI to La Crosse, WI is about 47.2 miles (76 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.1 miles (63 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 08m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 04m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Civil town in Jackson County, Wisconsin
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Black River Falls and La Crosse.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Black River Falls and La Crosse.
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Start on the route
61 m · 20 sec
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Turn left onto South 3rd Street
47 m · 12 sec · South 3rd Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
2463 ft · 47 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto South 10th Street
643 ft · 11 sec · South 10th Street
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Turn right onto Melrose Street
1.2 km · 1 min · Melrose Street
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Continue on State Highway 54
14.2 mi · 21 min · State Highway 54
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Continue on North Washington Street
1.5 km · 1 min · North Washington Street
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Turn straight onto Sparta Street
1842 ft · 31 sec · Sparta Street
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Continue on State Highway 108
5.3 mi · 8 min · State Highway 108
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Continue on State Highway 108
11.3 mi · 17 min · State Highway 108
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Turn slight right
65 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight
11 mi · 18 min
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Continue on Losey Boulevard North
2575 ft · 2 min · Losey Boulevard North
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Turn right onto Main Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto 16th Street South
1.3 km · 2 min · 16th Street South
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Turn right onto Johnson Street
1824 ft · 1 min · Johnson Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Avenue South
99 m · 11 sec · West Avenue South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Avenue South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Black River Falls 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.
State Highway 54
Continue on State Highway 54
14.2 mi · 00h 21m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Black River Falls to La Crosse?
The road trip is about 47.2 miles (76 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?
North Bend is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.4 miles from Black River Falls and 23.9 miles from La Crosse.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.1 miles (63 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.1 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 4:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.30 one way or $12.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near North Bend
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 North Bend.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Black River Falls and La Crosse. Straight-line distance: 39.15 mi (63.01 km).
#1 Black River Falls
City in and county seat of Jackson County, Wisconsin
| Population | 3,454 |
| Coordinates | 44.2946800, -90.8515300 |
| Altitude | 242 |
| 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: 76 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $6.30 | $12.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.10 | $14.21 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.77 | $15.54 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.86 | $17.72 |
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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