How far is Lebanon, WI from La Crosse, WI?
The driving distance from Lebanon, WI to La Crosse, WI is about 167.1 miles (269 km), with a travel time of about 02h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136.2 miles (219.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 52m 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 02h 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Village in Juneau County, Wisconsin
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lebanon and La Crosse.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lebanon and La Crosse.
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Start on South Street
591 ft · 16 sec · South Street
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Continue on County Road MM
1.6 km · 2 min · County Road MM
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At the end of the road, turn right onto County Road EM
1833 ft · 56 sec · County Road EM
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Turn left onto County Road MM
2 mi · 5 min · County Road MM
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Road E
2 mi · 5 min · County Road E
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Turn right onto County Road M
2.2 mi · 5 min · County Road M
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Turn left onto County Road JM
1.3 mi · 3 min · County Road JM
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Turn right onto State Highway 26
3.7 mi · 4 min · State Highway 26
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 16 West, WI 60: ColumbusHustisford
1819 ft · 50 sec
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Turn left onto State Highway 60
611 ft · 15 sec · State Highway 60
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Continue on Highway 16 & 60
13.8 mi · 19 min · Highway 16 & 60
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Continue on Lowell Street
1528 ft · 43 sec · Lowell Street
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Continue on East James Street
1.7 mi · 5 min · East James Street
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Continue on State Highway 16
22.7 mi · 31 min · State Highway 16
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Turn straight onto US Highway 51 & State Highway 16
2.7 mi · 4 min · US Highway 51 & State Highway 16
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Continue on East Wisconsin Street
1.6 mi · 4 min · East Wisconsin Street
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Turn left onto West Cook Street
3.7 mi · 5 min · West Cook Street
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Take the ramp slight right
2038 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
60.2 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West: Tomah, La Crosse
39.1 mi · 42 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 16: La Crosse, Onalaska
1636 ft · 42 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left
4.9 mi · 9 min
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Continue on Losey Boulevard North
2575 ft · 2 min · Losey Boulevard North
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Turn right onto Main Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto 16th Street South
1.3 km · 2 min · 16th Street South
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Turn right onto Johnson Street
1824 ft · 1 min · Johnson Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Avenue South
99 m · 11 sec · West Avenue South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Avenue South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lebanon and La Crosse.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Cook Street
Merge slight left
60.2 mi · 01h 05m
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.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Lebanon and Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near La Crosse.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lebanon to La Crosse?
The road trip is about 167.1 miles (269 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?
Lyndon Station is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.3 miles from Lebanon and 83.8 miles from La Crosse.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136.2 miles (219.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.25 one way or $44.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Lebanon and Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near La Crosse.
Stop Ideas Near Lyndon Station
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 Lyndon Station.
Wisconsin Dells
Portage
Westfield, WI
Tomah
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lebanon and La Crosse. Straight-line distance: 136.21 mi (219.21 km).
#1 Lebanon
City in Dodge County, Wisconsin, United States of America
| Population | 1,636 |
| Coordinates | 43.2552800, -88.6267700 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
#2 La Crosse
The most populous city in La Crosse County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 51,163 |
| Coordinates | 43.8013600, -91.2395800 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Avenue South (-91.239623, 43.801338)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 269 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 05m |
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 | $22.25 | $44.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.09 | $50.19 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $27.46 | $54.92 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $31.29 | $62.59 |
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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