How far is Ithaca, WI from Excelsior, WI?
The driving distance from Ithaca, WI to Excelsior, WI is about 29.7 miles (47.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.5 miles (29.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 38m 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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Halfway Point
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Town in Richland County, Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ithaca and Excelsior.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ithaca and Excelsior.
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Start on State Highway 58
4.1 mi · 6 min · State Highway 58
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Turn right onto US Highway 14
3.2 mi · 5 min · US Highway 14
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Turn left onto Bohman Drive
3003 ft · 2 min · Bohman Drive
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Continue on County Road RC
2938 ft · 1 min · County Road RC
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Turn left onto State Highway 80
7.6 mi · 11 min · State Highway 80
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Turn right onto State Highway 193
1.4 mi · 2 min · State Highway 193
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 60
8.8 mi · 13 min · State Highway 60
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Turn right onto County Highway F
3.4 mi · 8 min · County Highway F
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Turn right onto Excelsior Road
7 m · 1 sec · Excelsior Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Excelsior Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ithaca and Excelsior.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
State Highway 60
At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 60
8.81 mi · 00h 13m
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 Sunny leaving Ithaca and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Excelsior.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ithaca to Excelsior?
The road trip is about 29.7 miles (47.8 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?
Orion is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.9 miles from Ithaca and 14.9 miles from Excelsior.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.5 miles (29.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.2 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 4:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.96 one way or $7.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ithaca and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Excelsior.
Stop Ideas Near Orion
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 Orion.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ithaca and Excelsior. Straight-line distance: 18.48 mi (29.74 km).
#1 Ithaca
Civil town in Richland County, Wisconsin
| Population | 609 |
| Coordinates | 43.3408200, -90.2817900 |
| Altitude | 227 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Excelsior
Civil town in Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 1,681 |
| Coordinates | 43.2516500, -90.6281800 |
| Altitude | 209 |
| Country | United States |
End: Excelsior (-90.62818, 43.25165)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 48 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
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 | $3.96 | $7.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.47 | $8.93 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.89 | $9.77 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.57 | $11.14 |
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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