How far is La Crosse, WI from Wilton, WI?
The driving distance from La Crosse, WI to Wilton, WI is about 48.7 miles (78.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.5 miles (57.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and county seat of Monroe County, Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between La Crosse and Wilton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Crosse and Wilton.
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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
21.8 mi · 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 16: Sparta
1630 ft · 40 sec
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Keep slight left
62 m · 12 sec
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Turn sharp left onto State Highway 16
1010 ft · 16 sec · State Highway 16
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Continue on East Wisconsin Street
1.6 km · 1 min · East Wisconsin Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward State Highway 71
65 m · 12 sec · State Highway 71
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Exit the roundabout onto State Highway 71
12.1 mi · 17 min · State Highway 71
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Continue on McGary Street
110 m · 18 sec · McGary Street
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Turn left onto Railroad Street
731 ft · 27 sec · Railroad Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
1204 ft · 41 sec · Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 71
5.6 mi · 8 min · State Highway 71
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Turn right onto Main Street
62 m · 14 sec · Main Street
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Turn left
19 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between La Crosse and Wilton.
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
Merge slight left
21.8 mi · 00h 23m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving La Crosse and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny near Wilton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from La Crosse to Wilton?
The road trip is about 48.7 miles (78.3 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?
Sparta is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.3 miles from La Crosse and 24.4 miles from Wilton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.5 miles (57.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.49 one way or $12.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around La Crosse and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny near Wilton.
Stop Ideas Near Sparta
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 Sparta.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between La Crosse and Wilton. Straight-line distance: 35.49 mi (57.12 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 Wilton
Village in Monroe County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 1,067 |
| Coordinates | 43.8135800, -90.5279100 |
| Altitude | 305 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wilton (-90.52791, 43.81358)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 78 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $6.49 | $12.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.32 | $14.63 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.00 | $16.01 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.12 | $18.25 |
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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