How far is La Crosse, KS from Alexander, KS?
The driving distance from La Crosse, KS to Alexander, KS is about 18.1 miles (29.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.9 miles (22.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 47m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Rush County, Kansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between La Crosse and Alexander.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Crosse and Alexander.
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Start on Peace Street
1245 ft · 57 sec · Peace Street
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Turn right onto 5th Street
99 m · 22 sec · 5th Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
4.3 mi · 6 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto West Union Street
13.3 mi · 16 min · West Union Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
903 ft · 40 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between La Crosse and Alexander.
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.
West Union Street
Turn right onto West Union Street
13.3 mi · 00h 16m
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.
Clear leaving La Crosse and Sunny near Alexander.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from La Crosse to Alexander?
The road trip is about 18.1 miles (29.1 km) and usually takes 00h 23m 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?
Rush Center is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9 miles from La Crosse and 9.1 miles from Alexander.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.9 miles (22.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.41 one way or $4.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Clear around La Crosse and Sunny near Alexander.
Stop Ideas Near Rush Center
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 Rush Center.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between La Crosse and Alexander. Straight-line distance: 13.89 mi (22.36 km).
#1 La Crosse
City in Kansas
| Population | 1,197 |
| Coordinates | 38.5314000, -99.3087200 |
| Altitude | 627 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alexander
City in Kansas
| Population | 57 |
| Coordinates | 38.4694600, -99.5531700 |
| Altitude | 633 |
| Country | United States |
End: Alexander (-99.55317, 38.46946)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 29 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.41 | $4.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.72 | $5.44 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.39 | $6.79 |
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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