How far is Dousman, WI from North La Crosse, WI?
The driving distance from Dousman, WI to North La Crosse, WI is about 182.6 miles (293.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 150.7 miles (242.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 34m 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 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Clear
Mostly Clear then Chance Snow Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dousman and North La Crosse.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dousman and North La Crosse.
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Start on Elm Street
19 m · 5 sec · Elm Street
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1.1 km · 2 min · North Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Sunset Drive
2745 ft · 1 min · Sunset Drive
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Turn left onto North Summit Avenue
3.4 mi · 5 min · North Summit Avenue
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Turn left
1706 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto East-West Freeway
41.2 mi · 44 min · East-West Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 39 North, I 90 West, I 94 West: Wisconsin Dells, Eau Claire
29.1 mi · 31 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 Dousman 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 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.
Mostly Clear leaving Dousman and Mostly Clear then Chance Snow Showers near North La Crosse.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dousman to North La Crosse?
The road trip is about 182.6 miles (293.8 km) and usually takes 02h 47m 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?
Lake Delton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.2 miles from Dousman and 91.4 miles from North La Crosse.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 150.7 miles (242.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.9 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 12:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.29 one way or $48.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Dousman and Mostly Clear then Chance Snow Showers near North La Crosse.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Delton
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 Lake Delton.
Wisconsin Dells
Portage
Westfield, WI
Madison, Wisconsin
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dousman and North La Crosse. Straight-line distance: 150.66 mi (242.47 km).
#1 Dousman
Village in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 2,317 |
| Coordinates | 43.0141800, -88.4726000 |
| Altitude | 263 |
| 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: 294 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 16m |
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 | $24.29 | $48.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.39 | $54.78 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.97 | $59.94 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.16 | $68.32 |
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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