How far is North La Crosse, WI from Elroy, WI?

The driving distance from North La Crosse, WI to Elroy, WI is about 61.1 miles (98.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 49.2 miles (79.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 30m 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
61.08 mi
01h 15m
Flight
49.21 mi
79.2 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
49.21 mi
Kilometers
79.2 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
61.08 mi
Kilometers
98.3 km
Drive Time
01h 15m

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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 01h 15m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Elroy
Fri, May 1, 9:51 AM CDT
Return by in North La Crosse
Fri, May 1, 11:06 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave North La Crosse
2026-05-01T08:36
Arrive Elroy
Fri, May 1, 9:51 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 15m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:15 AM to 11:15 AM CDT

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

Leave by
4:00 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in North La Crosse
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

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

Mid-route stop
Angelo
WI

Civil town in Monroe County, Wisconsin

From North La Crosse
30.5 mi
00h 37m
To Elroy
30.6 mi
00h 37m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
54°F
Friday

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
2 to 7 mph NW
Destination
53°F
Friday

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
1 to 9 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between North La Crosse and Elroy.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between North La Crosse and Elroy.

  1. 1

    Start on Rose Street

    1.2 mi · 3 min · Rose Street

  2. 2

    Take the exit slight right

    14 mi · 15 min

  3. 3

    Continue straight

    24.3 mi · 26 min

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward WI 131: Tomah, Wilton

    1140 ft · 28 sec

  5. 5

    Keep slight right

    42 m · 4 sec

  6. 6

    Turn right onto State Highway 131

    8.9 mi · 12 min · State Highway 131

  7. 7

    At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 71

    5.7 mi · 8 min · State Highway 71

  8. 8

    Continue on West Railroad Street

    2899 ft · 1 min · West Railroad Street

  9. 9

    Continue on East South Railroad Street

    2774 ft · 1 min · East South Railroad Street

  10. 10

    Continue on State Highway 71

    4.9 mi · 7 min · State Highway 71

  11. 11

    Continue on Main Street

    3038 ft · 55 sec · Main Street

  12. 12

    Continue on Main Street

    669 ft · 25 sec · Main Street

  13. 13

    Turn right onto Liberty Street

    33 m · 5 sec · Liberty Street

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Liberty Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between North La Crosse and Elroy.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
14 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
22.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Rose Street
39.6 mi · 65%
State Highway 71
10.6 mi · 17%
State Highway 131
8.85 mi · 14%
Main Street
0.7 mi · 1%
West Railroad Street
0.55 mi · 1%
East South Railroad Street
0.53 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Rose Street

Continue straight

24.3 mi · 00h 26m

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
01h 15m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 30m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11.9 mi
49.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Angelo
00h 37m from North La Crosse
Leave By
4:00 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving North La Crosse and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Elroy.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from North La Crosse to Elroy?

The road trip is about 61.1 miles (98.3 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?

Angelo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.5 miles from North La Crosse and 30.6 miles from Elroy.

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

The direct path is about 49.2 miles (79.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.9 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 4:00 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.15 one way or $16.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny around North La Crosse and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Elroy.

Stop Ideas Near Angelo

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Angelo, 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 Angelo.

RAIL

Tomah

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

La Crosse

41 mi away
St. Andrew and Caledonia Streets
RAIL

Winona station

70 mi away
65 East Mark Street
BUS

Wisconsin Rapids, WI

87 mi away
2611 West Grand Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between North La Crosse and Elroy. Straight-line distance: 49.21 mi (79.2 km).

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#1 North La Crosse

A city in La Crosse County, Wisconsin.

Population50,470
Coordinates43.8463500, -91.2481900
Altitude197
CountryUnited States
Elroy

#2 Elroy

City in Juneau County, Wisconsin, United States

Population1,306
Coordinates43.7408000, -90.2723500
Altitude298
CountryUnited States
Start: North La Crosse (-91.24819, 43.84635)
End: Elroy (-90.27235, 43.7408)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 98 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 02m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 31m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 13m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 01m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 52m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 45m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.16 gal
8.16 L · about $8.15
Round trip
$16.29
4.32 gal · 16.32 L
Estimated CO2
19.2 kg one way
Round trip: 38.4 kg / 85 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $8.15 $16.29
Mid-grade $4.25 $9.19 $18.37
Premium $4.65 $10.05 $20.11
Diesel $5.30 $11.46 $22.91

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 · May 01, 2026

There is no time difference between North La Crosse and Elroy. The current time is 08:36:08.

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.