How far is La Crosse, WI from Oconomowoc, WI?
The driving distance from La Crosse, WI to Oconomowoc, WI is about 181.1 miles (291.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 145.5 miles (234.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 54m 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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Halfway Point
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Village in Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Frost then Sunny
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between La Crosse and Oconomowoc.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Crosse and Oconomowoc.
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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 left to continue on I 94: Milwaukee
37.8 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Willow Glen Road
976 ft · 30 sec
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Turn left onto Willow Glen Road
2015 ft · 57 sec · Willow Glen Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto County Highway B
1.3 km · 1 min · County Highway B
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Continue on North Morgan Road
774 ft · 21 sec · North Morgan Road
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Continue on Valley Road
1 mi · 2 min · Valley Road
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Turn left onto South Concord Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · South Concord Road
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Continue on South Park Street
573 ft · 16 sec · South Park Street
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Turn right onto South Concord Road
2442 ft · 1 min · South Concord Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Wisconsin Avenue
1637 ft · 1 min · West Wisconsin Avenue
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Turn left onto North Main Street
27 m · 3 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between La Crosse and Oconomowoc.
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
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.
Areas Of Frost then Sunny leaving La Crosse and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Oconomowoc.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from La Crosse to Oconomowoc?
The road trip is about 181.1 miles (291.4 km) and usually takes 03h 27m 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 90.4 miles from La Crosse and 90.7 miles from Oconomowoc.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 145.5 miles (234.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.6 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 10:06 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.10 one way or $48.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Sunny around La Crosse and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Oconomowoc.
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 Oconomowoc. Straight-line distance: 145.46 mi (234.09 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 Oconomowoc
City in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 8,767 |
| Coordinates | 43.1116700, -88.4992700 |
| Altitude | 263 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oconomowoc (-88.49927, 43.11167)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 291 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 15m |
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 | $24.10 | $48.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.18 | $54.35 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.74 | $59.48 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $33.89 | $67.79 |
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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