How far is La Crosse, WI from River Hills, WI?
The driving distance from La Crosse, WI to River Hills, WI is about 219.6 miles (353.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 171.7 miles (276.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 22m 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 04h 11m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Columbia County, Wisconsin, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between La Crosse and River Hills.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Crosse and River Hills.
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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
70.4 mi · 1 hr 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 43 North: Green Bay
1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 43 North, WI 145: Green Bay, Fond du Lac Avenue, McKinley Avenue
924 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left onto North-South Freeway
9.3 mi · 13 min · North-South Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward East Brown Deer Road
1244 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left
85 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto West Brown Deer Road
2244 ft · 1 min · West Brown Deer Road
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Turn left onto North Spruce Road
1114 ft · 43 sec · North Spruce Road
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Turn left onto West Heather Lane
61 m · 7 sec · West Heather Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Heather Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between La Crosse and River Hills.
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Rain And Snow Showers leaving La Crosse and Rain Showers near River Hills.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from La Crosse to River Hills?
The road trip is about 219.6 miles (353.4 km) and usually takes 04h 11m 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?
Dekorra is a useful midpoint, sitting about 109.6 miles from La Crosse and 110 miles from River Hills.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 171.7 miles (276.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 47.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:38 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.23 one way or $58.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.9 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 near River Hills.
Stop Ideas Near Dekorra
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Portage
Wisconsin Dells
Columbus
Madison, Wisconsin
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between La Crosse and River Hills. Straight-line distance: 171.73 mi (276.38 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 River Hills
Village in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
| Population | 1,575 |
| Coordinates | 43.1741800, -87.9242500 |
| Altitude | 216 |
| Country | United States |
End: River Hills (-87.92425, 43.17418)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 353 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 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 | $29.23 | $58.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $32.96 | $65.92 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $36.07 | $72.14 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $41.11 | $82.21 |
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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