How far is La Crosse, WI from Blair, WI?

The driving distance from La Crosse, WI to Blair, WI is about 42.5 miles (68.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 34.1 miles (54.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 06m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
42.51 mi
01h 03m
Flight
34.06 mi
54.82 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
34.06 mi
Kilometers
54.82 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
42.51 mi
Kilometers
68.41 km
Drive Time
01h 03m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Blair
Sat, Apr 11, 3:27 PM CDT
Return by in La Crosse
Sat, Apr 11, 4:30 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave La Crosse
2026-04-11T14:24
Arrive Blair
Sat, Apr 11, 3:27 PM CDT
Route Timing
01h 03m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:03 AM to 11:03 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:24 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in La Crosse
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Galesville
WI

City in Trempealeau County, Wisconsin

From La Crosse
21.3 mi
00h 31m
To Blair
21.3 mi
00h 31m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
57°F
Saturday

Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 1:00 AM CDT
Wind
1 to 10 mph SE
Destination
58°F
Saturday

Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 1:00 AM CDT
Wind
2 to 12 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between La Crosse and Blair.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between La Crosse and Blair.

  1. 1

    Start on West Avenue South

    1.1 km · 2 min · West Avenue South

  2. 2

    Turn right

    107 m · 12 sec

  3. 3

    Turn straight onto Main Street

    1.5 km · 2 min · Main Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Losey Boulevard North

    2555 ft · 1 min · Losey Boulevard North

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    3.3 mi · 6 min

  6. 6

    Turn slight left

    698 ft · 15 sec

  7. 7

    Turn left

    12.7 mi · 16 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    5.7 mi · 8 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right

    954 ft · 26 sec

  10. 10

    Turn straight onto South Main Street

    17.6 mi · 26 min · South Main Street

  11. 11

    Turn right onto State Highway 95

    151 m · 9 sec · State Highway 95

  12. 12

    Continue on West 4th Street

    1588 ft · 32 sec · West 4th Street

  13. 13

    Turn left onto State Highway 95

    1338 ft · 24 sec · State Highway 95

  14. 14

    Turn right onto West Broadway Street

    30 m · 3 sec · West Broadway Street

  15. 15

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Broadway Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between La Crosse and Blair.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
15 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
35.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
South Main Street
17.6 mi · 41%
Losey Boulevard North
9.68 mi · 23%
Main Street
0.92 mi · 2%
West Avenue South
0.71 mi · 2%
State Highway 95
0.35 mi · 1%
West 4th Street
0.3 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

South Main Street

Turn straight onto South Main Street

17.6 mi · 00h 26m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 03m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 06m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8.4 mi
34.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Galesville
00h 31m from La Crosse
Leave By
4:24 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving La Crosse and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Blair.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from La Crosse to Blair?

The road trip is about 42.5 miles (68.4 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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?

Galesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.3 miles from La Crosse and 21.3 miles from Blair.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 34.1 miles (54.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.4 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 4:24 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.66 one way or $11.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around La Crosse and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Blair.

Stop Ideas Near Galesville

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Galesville, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Galesville.

RAIL

Winona station

24 mi away
65 East Mark Street
RAIL

La Crosse

29 mi away
St. Andrew and Caledonia Streets
RAIL

Tomah

68 mi away
North Superior Ave. and Washington St.
BUS

Eau Claire, WI

80 mi away
642 University Drive

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between La Crosse and Blair. Straight-line distance: 34.06 mi (54.82 km).

La Crosse

#1 La Crosse

The most populous city in La Crosse County, Wisconsin.

Population51,163
Coordinates43.8013600, -91.2395800
Altitude204
CountryUnited States
Blair

#2 Blair

City in Wisconsin, USA

Population1,330
Coordinates44.2944000, -91.2351600
Altitude260
CountryUnited States
Start: La Crosse (-91.23958, 43.80136)
End: Blair (-91.23516, 44.2944)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 68 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 24m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 03m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 51m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 42m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 36m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 31m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.5 gal
5.68 L · about $5.66
Round trip
$11.31
3 gal · 11.36 L
Estimated CO2
13.3 kg one way
Round trip: 26.7 kg / 59 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $5.66 $11.31
Mid-grade $4.25 $6.38 $12.76
Premium $4.65 $6.98 $13.96
Diesel $5.30 $7.96 $15.91

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Wisconsin · Apr 11, 2026

There is no time difference between La Crosse and Blair. The current time is 14:24:34.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.