How far is La Crosse, WI from Mineral Point, WI?
The driving distance from La Crosse, WI to Mineral Point, WI is about 177.2 miles (285.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.7 miles (187.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 30m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between La Crosse and Mineral Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Crosse and Mineral Point.
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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
131 mi · 2 hr 20 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 39, I 90: Chicago
3.8 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 12 West, US 18 West: Madison
1.4 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto South Beltline Highway
5.3 mi · 7 min · South Beltline Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 151 North, US 14 East: Park Street, Oregon
1278 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 18 Alternate West, US 151 Alternate South, US 14 East: Fitchburg, Oregon
43 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto South Park Street
8.6 mi · 10 min · South Park Street
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 138: Oregon, Stoughton
1172 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight right
664 ft · 17 sec
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Turn straight onto Janesville Street
1203 ft · 32 sec · Janesville Street
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Turn left onto Wolfe Street
1398 ft · 28 sec · Wolfe Street
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Continue on County Highway MM
3.8 mi · 6 min · County Highway MM
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Continue on North Rutland Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · North Rutland Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 104
7.5 mi · 11 min · State Highway 104
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Continue on State Highway 59
1.2 mi · 2 min · State Highway 59
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Continue on State Highway 59
3.4 mi · 5 min · State Highway 59
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Continue on North Mechanic Street
1 km · 2 min · North Mechanic Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1477 ft · 51 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North Taylor Street
141 m · 16 sec · North Taylor Street
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Continue on Mineral Street
1231 ft · 42 sec · Mineral Street
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Continue on Purintun Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Purintun Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Purintun Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between La Crosse and Mineral Point.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Losey Boulevard North
Merge slight left
131 mi · 02h 20m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving La Crosse and Partly Sunny near Mineral Point.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from La Crosse to Mineral Point?
The road trip is about 177.2 miles (285.1 km) and usually takes 03h 30m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lake Delton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 88.5 miles from La Crosse and 88.7 miles from Mineral Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.7 miles (187.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 60.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:58 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.57 one way or $47.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around La Crosse and Partly Sunny near Mineral Point.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Delton
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 Lake Delton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between La Crosse and Mineral Point. Straight-line distance: 116.71 mi (187.83 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 Mineral Point
Unincorporated community in Green County, Wisconsin
| Population | 1,053 |
| Coordinates | 42.7119500, -89.4667900 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mineral Point (-89.46679, 42.71195)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 285 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 12m |
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 | $23.57 | $47.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.58 | $53.16 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.09 | $58.18 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $33.15 | $66.30 |
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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