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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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 15m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Civil town in Monroe County, Wisconsin
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
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.
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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
24.3 mi · 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 131: Tomah, Wilton
1140 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight right
42 m · 4 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 131
8.9 mi · 12 min · State Highway 131
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 71
5.7 mi · 8 min · State Highway 71
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Continue on West Railroad Street
2899 ft · 1 min · West Railroad Street
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Continue on East South Railroad Street
2774 ft · 1 min · East South Railroad Street
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Continue on State Highway 71
4.9 mi · 7 min · State Highway 71
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Continue on Main Street
3038 ft · 55 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Main Street
669 ft · 25 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Liberty Street
33 m · 5 sec · Liberty Street
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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.
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
24.3 mi · 00h 26m
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.
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.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Angelo.
Tomah
La Crosse
Winona station
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
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).
#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 Elroy
City in Juneau County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 1,306 |
| Coordinates | 43.7408000, -90.2723500 |
| Altitude | 298 |
| Country | United States |
End: Elroy (-90.27235, 43.7408)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 98 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 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.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| 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.
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