How far is North La Crosse, WI from Elm Grove, WI?
The driving distance from North La Crosse, WI to Elm Grove, WI is about 199.5 miles (321.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 168.4 miles (271 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Widespread Frost
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North La Crosse and Elm Grove.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North La Crosse and Elm Grove.
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Start on Rose Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · Rose Street
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Take the exit slight right
14 mi · 15 min
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Continue straight
120.3 mi · 2 hr 9 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94: Milwaukee
60.9 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 East Alternate: Moorland Road
2323 ft · 57 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Elm Grove
34 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto South Moorland Road
1.5 km · 2 min · South Moorland Road
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Turn right onto West Bluemound Road
1.4 km · 1 min · West Bluemound Road
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Turn slight left
582 ft · 24 sec
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Turn left onto Sunny Slope Road
1385 ft · 39 sec · Sunny Slope Road
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Turn right onto Watertown Plank Road
2399 ft · 1 min · Watertown Plank Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Watertown Plank Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North La Crosse and Elm Grove.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Rose Street
Continue straight
120 mi · 02h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Widespread Frost leaving North La Crosse and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Elm Grove.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North La Crosse to Elm Grove?
The road trip is about 199.5 miles (321.1 km) and usually takes 03h 39m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lewiston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 99.6 miles from North La Crosse and 99.9 miles from Elm Grove.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 168.4 miles (271 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:42 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.55 one way or $53.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost around North La Crosse and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Elm Grove.
Stop Ideas Near Lewiston
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 Lewiston.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North La Crosse and Elm Grove. Straight-line distance: 168.38 mi (270.98 km).
#1 North La Crosse
A city in La Crosse County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 50,470 |
| Coordinates | 43.8463500, -91.2481900 |
| Altitude | 197 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elm Grove
Village in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 6,137 |
| Coordinates | 43.0430700, -88.0789800 |
| Altitude | 227 |
| Country | United States |
End: Elm Grove (-88.07898, 43.04307)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 321 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 29m |
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 | $26.55 | $53.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $29.94 | $59.88 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $32.76 | $65.53 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $37.34 | $74.68 |
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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