How far is La Crosse, WI from Maple Bluff, WI?
The driving distance from La Crosse, WI to Maple Bluff, WI is about 139.4 miles (224.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 104.5 miles (168.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 31m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 45m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and county seat of Juneau County, Wisconsin
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between La Crosse and Maple Bluff.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Crosse and Maple Bluff.
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Start on West Avenue South
1.1 km · 2 min · West Avenue South
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Turn right
107 m · 12 sec
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Turn straight onto Main Street
1.5 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto Losey Boulevard North
2555 ft · 1 min · Losey Boulevard North
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Continue straight
4.5 mi · 8 min
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Take the ramp slight right
2171 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
125.5 mi · 2 hr 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US-51: Madison, De Forest
1781 ft · 44 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US-51 SOUTH
770 ft · 19 sec
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Turn straight onto US Highway 51
1222 ft · 23 sec · US Highway 51
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Turn right onto County Highway CV
2.5 mi · 5 min · County Highway CV
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Continue on Packers Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · Packers Avenue
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Turn right onto Darwin Road
159 m · 10 sec · Darwin Road
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Turn straight onto Northport Drive
2008 ft · 1 min · Northport Drive
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Turn left onto North Sherman Avenue
1700 ft · 53 sec · North Sherman Avenue
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Turn right onto Trailsway
1241 ft · 54 sec · Trailsway
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Continue on Monterey Drive
1254 ft · 57 sec · Monterey Drive
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Turn right onto Wyldewood Drive
646 ft · 31 sec · Wyldewood Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Sheridan Drive
1658 ft · 1 min · Sheridan Drive
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Turn left onto Farwell Drive
2910 ft · 2 min · Farwell Drive
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Turn right onto Bay Avenue
39 m · 6 sec · Bay Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bay Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between La Crosse and Maple Bluff.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Losey Boulevard North
Merge slight left
126 mi · 02h 15m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Rain And Snow Showers leaving La Crosse and Rain Showers Likely near Maple Bluff.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from La Crosse to Maple Bluff?
The road trip is about 139.4 miles (224.4 km) and usually takes 02h 45m 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?
Mauston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.6 miles from La Crosse and 69.8 miles from Maple Bluff.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 104.5 miles (168.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.9 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 12:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.55 one way or $37.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Rain And Snow Showers around La Crosse and Rain Showers Likely near Maple Bluff.
Stop Ideas Near Mauston
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 Mauston.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between La Crosse and Maple Bluff. Straight-line distance: 104.54 mi (168.24 km).
#1 La Crosse
The most populous city in La Crosse County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 51,163 |
| Coordinates | 43.8013600, -91.2395800 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Maple Bluff
Village in Dane County, Wisconsin
| Population | 1,307 |
| Coordinates | 43.1183300, -89.3795600 |
| Altitude | 267 |
| Country | United States |
End: Maple Bluff (-89.37956, 43.11833)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 224 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 44m |
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 | $18.55 | $37.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.92 | $41.85 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $22.90 | $45.80 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $26.10 | $52.19 |
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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