How far is La Crosse, WI from Port Washington, WI?
The driving distance from La Crosse, WI to Port Washington, WI is about 202.3 miles (325.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 170.8 miles (274.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 48m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between La Crosse and Port Washington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Crosse and Port Washington.
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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
99.6 mi · 1 hr 47 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 33: Portage, Baraboo
926 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right
53 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight
4 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto West Wisconsin Street
1.6 mi · 4 min · West Wisconsin Street
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Continue on US Highway 51 & State Highway 16
2.8 mi · 5 min · US Highway 51 & State Highway 16
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Turn left onto State Highway 16
22.6 mi · 31 min · State Highway 16
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Continue on James Street
2029 ft · 53 sec · James Street
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Turn left
2199 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left
13.4 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 33: Beaver Dam, Horicon
1386 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight right
69 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight onto Park Avenue
1821 ft · 31 sec · Park Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 33
8 mi · 11 min · State Highway 33
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Continue on Washington Street
1 km · 1 min · Washington Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
1568 ft · 27 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Barstow Street
1406 ft · 24 sec · Barstow Street
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Turn straight onto Vine Street
791 ft · 17 sec · Vine Street
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Turn right onto East Lake Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Lake Street
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Continue on State Highway 33
8.4 mi · 13 min · State Highway 33
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 33
46 m · 3 sec · State Highway 33
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 33
4.8 mi · 7 min · State Highway 33
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Continue on Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 33
5.1 mi · 7 min · State Highway 33
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Continue on West Washington Street
5.6 mi · 12 min · West Washington Street
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Continue on State Highway 33
8.4 mi · 12 min · State Highway 33
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 33
64 m · 4 sec · State Highway 33
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 33
1.3 km · 1 min · State Highway 33
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Continue on West Dekora Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · West Dekora Street
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Continue on East Green Bay Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · East Green Bay Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Green Bay Avenue
33 m · 2 sec · East Green Bay Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto East Green Bay Avenue
581 ft · 10 sec · East Green Bay Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Green Bay Avenue
33 m · 2 sec · East Green Bay Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto East Green Bay Avenue
1018 ft · 17 sec · East Green Bay Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 33
2693 ft · 46 sec · State Highway 33
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Continue on West Grand Avenue
1719 ft · 29 sec · West Grand Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Grand Avenue
32 m · 2 sec · West Grand Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto West Grand Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Grand Avenue
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Turn right onto South Webster Street
32 m · 5 sec · South Webster Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Webster Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between La Crosse and Port Washington.
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
99.6 mi · 01h 47m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Rain And Snow Showers leaving La Crosse and Showers And Thunderstorms near Port Washington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from La Crosse to Port Washington?
The road trip is about 202.3 miles (325.6 km) and usually takes 04h 24m 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?
Lewiston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 101 miles from La Crosse and 101.3 miles from Port Washington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 170.8 miles (274.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.5 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 8:12 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.92 one way or $53.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.5 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 Showers And Thunderstorms near Port Washington.
Stop Ideas Near Lewiston
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 Lewiston.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between La Crosse and Port Washington. Straight-line distance: 170.73 mi (274.77 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 Port Washington
Fourth-class city in and county seat of Ozaukee County, Wisconsin
| Population | 1,584 |
| Coordinates | 43.3872200, -87.8756400 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
End: Port Washington (-87.87564, 43.38722)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 326 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 31m |
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 | $26.92 | $53.85 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $30.37 | $60.73 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $33.23 | $66.46 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $37.87 | $75.74 |
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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