How far is La Crosse, WI from West Salem, WI?
The driving distance from La Crosse, WI to West Salem, WI is about 12.6 miles (20.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.4 miles (16.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in La Crosse County, Wisconsin, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between La Crosse and West Salem.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Crosse and West Salem.
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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
9.9 mi · 16 min
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Turn right onto West Garland Street
2653 ft · 1 min · West Garland Street
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Turn left onto North Leonard Street
9 m · 1 sec · North Leonard Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Leonard Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between La Crosse and West Salem.
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.
Losey Boulevard North
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9.87 mi · 00h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Rain Showers leaving La Crosse and Chance Rain Showers near West Salem.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from La Crosse to West Salem?
The road trip is about 12.6 miles (20.2 km) and usually takes 00h 23m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Medary is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.3 miles from La Crosse and 6.3 miles from West Salem.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.4 miles (16.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.66 one way or $3.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around La Crosse and Chance Rain Showers near West Salem.
Stop Ideas Near Medary
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between La Crosse and West Salem. Straight-line distance: 10.38 mi (16.71 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 West Salem
City in Wayne County, Ohio, United States of America
| Population | 5,013 |
| Coordinates | 43.8991300, -91.0812500 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Salem (-91.08125, 43.89913)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 20 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.66 | $3.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.87 | $3.74 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.05 | $4.10 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.33 | $4.67 |
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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