How far is La Valle, WI from Eau Claire, WI?

The driving distance from La Valle, WI to Eau Claire, WI is about 122.8 miles (197.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 02m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 108.7 miles (175 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 04m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
122.81 mi
02h 02m
Flight
108.72 mi
174.96 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
108.72 mi
Kilometers
174.96 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Road route
122.81 mi
Kilometers
197.64 km
Drive Time
02h 02m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 02m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Eau Claire
Thu, Apr 23, 2:10 AM CDT
Return by in La Valle
Thu, Apr 23, 4:12 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave La Valle
2026-04-23T00:08
Arrive Eau Claire
Thu, Apr 23, 2:10 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 02m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:02 AM to 12:02 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:26 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in La Valle
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Millston
WI

Human settlement in United States of America

From La Valle
61.2 mi
01h 01m
To Eau Claire
61.6 mi
01h 01m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
77°F
Thursday

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 20 mph S
Destination
74°F
Thursday

Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between La Valle and Eau Claire.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between La Valle and Eau Claire.

  1. 1

    Start on North East Street

    24 m · 6 sec · North East Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto East Main Street

    124 m · 9 sec · East Main Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto State Highway 33 & 58

    1.5 km · 1 min · State Highway 33 & 58

  4. 4

    Turn right onto State Highway 58

    13.7 mi · 20 min · State Highway 58

  5. 5

    Continue on Division Street

    1 km · 58 sec · Division Street

  6. 6

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Grayside Street

    11 m · 1 sec · Grayside Street

  7. 7

    Exit the roundabout onto Grayside Street

    802 ft · 14 sec · Grayside Street

  8. 8

    Continue on South Union Street

    1 km · 58 sec · South Union Street

  9. 9

    Turn right onto State Highway 82

    1 km · 1 min · State Highway 82

  10. 10

    Continue on State Highway 82

    882 ft · 17 sec · State Highway 82

  11. 11

    At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 82

    9 m · 1 sec · State Highway 82

  12. 12

    Continue on State Highway 82

    34 m · 3 sec · State Highway 82

  13. 13

    Take the ramp slight right

    1792 ft · 44 sec

  14. 14

    Merge slight left

    23.5 mi · 25 min

  15. 15

    Keep slight right to continue on I 94 West: Eau Claire, Saint Paul

    76.1 mi · 1 hr 22 min

  16. 16

    Take the exit slight right toward US 53: Eau Claire, Superior

    1027 ft · 19 sec

  17. 17

    Keep slight right to continue on US 53 North: Eau Claire, Superior

    2757 ft · 36 sec

  18. 18

    Merge slight left

    1.3 mi · 1 min

  19. 19

    Take the exit slight right toward US 53 Business: Hastings Way

    1.6 mi · 3 min · South Hastings Way

  20. 20

    Turn left onto Brackett Avenue

    2261 ft · 59 sec · Brackett Avenue

  21. 21

    Continue on Harding Avenue

    1.2 km · 1 min · Harding Avenue

  22. 22

    Continue on Washington Street

    721 ft · 19 sec · Washington Street

  23. 23

    Turn right onto South Farwell Street

    2973 ft · 1 min · South Farwell Street

  24. 24

    Turn left onto East Grand Avenue

    11 m · 1 sec · East Grand Avenue

  25. 25

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Grand Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between La Valle and Eau Claire.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
25 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
2 merges, 5 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
20.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 94 West
76.1 mi · 62%
State Highway 82
24.7 mi · 20%
State Highway 58
13.7 mi · 11%
US 53 North
1.78 mi · 1%
State Highway 33 & 58
0.94 mi · 1%
South Hastings Way
0.81 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 94 West

Keep slight right to continue on I 94 West: Eau Claire, Saint Paul

76.1 mi · 01h 22m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 02m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 04m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+14.1 mi
108.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Millston
01h 01m from La Valle
Leave By
2:26 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving La Valle and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Eau Claire.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from La Valle to Eau Claire?

The road trip is about 122.8 miles (197.6 km) and usually takes 02h 02m 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?

Millston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.2 miles from La Valle and 61.6 miles from Eau Claire.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 108.7 miles (175 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.1 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 2:26 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.33 one way or $32.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around La Valle and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Eau Claire.

Stop Ideas Near Millston

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Millston, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Millston.

RAIL

Tomah

26 mi away
North Superior Ave. and Washington St.
RAIL

La Crosse

62 mi away
St. Andrew and Caledonia Streets
BUS

Wisconsin Rapids, WI

67 mi away
2611 West Grand Avenue
RAIL

Winona station

81 mi away
65 East Mark Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between La Valle and Eau Claire. Straight-line distance: 108.72 mi (174.96 km).

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#1 La Valle

Village in Sauk County, Wisconsin

Population1,397
Coordinates43.5822000, -90.1281800
Altitude274
CountryUnited States
Eau Claire

#2 Eau Claire

The most populous city in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin.

Population67,065
Coordinates44.8113500, -91.4984900
Altitude240
CountryUnited States
Start: North East Street (-90.128416, 43.58223)
End: East Grand Avenue (-91.49848, 44.811339)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 198 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 05m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 04m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 27m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 02m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 45m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 31m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.33 gal
16.4 L · about $16.33
Round trip
$32.66
8.66 gal · 32.8 L
Estimated CO2
38.5 kg one way
Round trip: 77 kg / 170 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $16.33 $32.66
Mid-grade $4.25 $18.42 $36.83
Premium $4.65 $20.15 $40.30
Diesel $5.30 $22.97 $45.93

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Wisconsin · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between La Valle and Eau Claire. The current time is 00:08:30.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.