How far is Franklin, WI from North La Crosse, WI?
The driving distance from Franklin, WI to North La Crosse, WI is about 37.9 miles (61 km), with a travel time of about 00h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26 miles (41.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Trempealeau County, Wisconsin
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Franklin and North La Crosse.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Franklin and North La Crosse.
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Start on Beck Road
18 m · 5 sec · Beck Road
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Turn right onto County Road C
1365 ft · 27 sec · County Road C
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Continue on County Highway C
1.3 mi · 2 min · County Highway C
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Continue on County Road C
4.4 mi · 8 min · County Road C
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At the end of the road, turn left
11.2 mi · 17 min
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Turn left
17.5 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right
1.4 mi · 2 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 Franklin and North La Crosse.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn left
17.5 mi · 00h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Franklin and Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly 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 Franklin to North La Crosse?
The road trip is about 37.9 miles (61 km) and usually takes 00h 43m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Galesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19 miles from Franklin and 19 miles from North La Crosse.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26 miles (41.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.05 one way or $10.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Franklin and Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Sunny near North La Crosse.
Stop Ideas Near Galesville
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 Galesville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Franklin and North La Crosse. Straight-line distance: 26.06 mi (41.94 km).
#1 Franklin
Third-class city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
| Population | 1,190 |
| Coordinates | 44.2127400, -91.1237600 |
| Altitude | 271 |
| 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: 61 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
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 | $5.05 | $10.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.70 | $11.40 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.24 | $12.47 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.11 | $14.21 |
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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