How far is La Crosse, WI from Mount Horeb, WI?
The driving distance from La Crosse, WI to Mount Horeb, WI is about 137.3 miles (220.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.1 miles (149.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 41m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 50m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in and county seat of Juneau County, Wisconsin
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 Mount Horeb.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Crosse and Mount Horeb.
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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
85.7 mi · 1 hr 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 12: Baraboo, Lake Delton
1229 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight right
1194 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
21.8 mi · 28 min
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Continue on Phillips Boulevard
1.2 mi · 3 min · Phillips Boulevard
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Continue straight
973 ft · 22 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 78
6.5 mi · 10 min · State Highway 78
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Continue on State Highway 19/78
1.4 mi · 2 min · State Highway 19/78
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Turn left onto US Highway 14
2.1 mi · 3 min · US Highway 14
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Continue on State Street
1463 ft · 38 sec · State Street
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Turn right onto Mills Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Mills Street
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Continue on State Highway 78
9 mi · 13 min · State Highway 78
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Springdale Street
14 m · 1 sec · Springdale Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Springdale Street
1037 ft · 35 sec · Springdale Street
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Continue on East Main Street
1177 ft · 48 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto South 2nd Street
6 m · 1 sec · South 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between La Crosse and Mount Horeb.
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
85.7 mi · 01h 32m
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 then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving La Crosse and Partly Sunny near Mount Horeb.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from La Crosse to Mount Horeb?
The road trip is about 137.3 miles (220.9 km) and usually takes 02h 50m 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 68.5 miles from La Crosse and 68.7 miles from Mount Horeb.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.1 miles (149.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.2 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 12:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.25 one way or $36.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43 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 Mount Horeb.
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 Mount Horeb. Straight-line distance: 93.16 mi (149.92 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 Mount Horeb
Village in Dane County, Wisconsin
| Population | 7,563 |
| Coordinates | 43.0086100, -89.7384600 |
| Altitude | 380 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mount Horeb (-89.73846, 43.00861)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 221 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 42m |
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 | $18.25 | $36.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.58 | $41.17 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $22.53 | $45.05 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $25.67 | $51.34 |
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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