How far is La Crosse, WI from Roberts, WI?
The driving distance from La Crosse, WI to Roberts, WI is about 128.9 miles (207.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 104.4 miles (168 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
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 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Buffalo County, Wisconsin
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Areas Of Frost then Sunny
Widespread Frost then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between La Crosse and Roberts.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Crosse and Roberts.
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Start on West Avenue South
12 m · 9 sec · West Avenue South
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Turn left onto Jackson Street
3236 ft · 2 min · Jackson Street
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Turn right onto 4th Street South
2639 ft · 1 min · 4th Street South
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Turn left onto Cass Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · Cass Street
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Continue on Historic Bluff Country Scenic Byway
1.7 mi · 3 min · Historic Bluff Country Scenic Byway
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Turn right
7.2 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 14, US 61: Winona
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
13.2 mi · 15 min
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Continue straight
1131 ft · 16 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US 14;US 61
44 m · 2 sec · US 14;US 61
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Exit the rotary onto US 14;US 61
2.6 mi · 4 min · US 14;US 61
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Continue straight
5.3 mi · 8 min
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Continue on Hiawatha Pioneer Trail
2426 ft · 38 sec · Hiawatha Pioneer Trail
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Continue on Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veterans Highway/Voyageur Highway
28.2 mi · 33 min · Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veterans Highway/Voyageur Highway
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Continue on 2nd Street
1020 ft · 18 sec · 2nd Street
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Continue on Route 61
9.5 mi · 13 min · Route 61
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Continue on South Lakeshore Drive
2.8 mi · 6 min · South Lakeshore Drive
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Continue on Route 61/Route 63
14.8 mi · 19 min · Route 61/Route 63
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Turn left onto Route 63
12.1 mi · 18 min · Route 63
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Continue on West Main Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto North Maple Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · North Maple Street
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Continue on State Highway 65
9.1 mi · 13 min · State Highway 65
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 65
44 m · 8 sec · State Highway 65
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 65
624 ft · 10 sec · State Highway 65
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Continue on State Highway 29/35/65
2802 ft · 48 sec · State Highway 29/35/65
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Continue on State Highway 35/65
2.2 mi · 3 min · State Highway 35/65
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Take the exit slight right
1230 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight right
7.5 mi · 11 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 65
28 m · 5 sec · State Highway 65
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 65
611 ft · 10 sec · State Highway 65
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward State Highway 65
30 m · 6 sec · State Highway 65
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 65
1.2 mi · 2 min · State Highway 65
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Highway 65
35 m · 7 sec · State Highway 65
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 65
948 ft · 18 sec · State Highway 65
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Turn right onto West Pine Street
131 m · 24 sec · West Pine Street
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Turn left onto South Locust Street
1092 ft · 52 sec · South Locust Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Main Street
33 m · 5 sec · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between La Crosse and Roberts.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veteran
Continue on Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veterans Highway/Voyageur Highway
28.2 mi · 00h 33m
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.
Areas Of Frost then Sunny leaving La Crosse and Widespread Frost then Sunny near Roberts.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from La Crosse to Roberts?
The road trip is about 128.9 miles (207.5 km) and usually takes 02h 56m 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?
Nelson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.4 miles from La Crosse and 64.6 miles from Roberts.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 104.4 miles (168 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.16 one way or $34.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.4 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 Sunny near Roberts.
Stop Ideas Near Nelson
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 Nelson.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between La Crosse and Roberts. Straight-line distance: 104.4 mi (168.01 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 Roberts
Village in St.
| Population | 2,018 |
| Coordinates | 44.9838600, -92.5560300 |
| Altitude | 315 |
| Country | United States |
End: Roberts (-92.55603, 44.98386)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 208 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 36m |
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 | $17.16 | $34.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.35 | $38.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.18 | $42.35 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.13 | $48.27 |
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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