How far is North La Crosse, WI from Fontana, WI?
The driving distance from North La Crosse, WI to Fontana, WI is about 198.7 miles (319.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 161.6 miles (260.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 34m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North La Crosse and Fontana.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North La Crosse and Fontana.
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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 right to continue on I 39, I 90: Chicago
37.2 mi · 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 11 East: Delavan
947 ft · 20 sec
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Keep slight left
158 m · 13 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward East Racine Street
90 m · 17 sec · East Racine Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East Racine Street
669 ft · 13 sec · East Racine Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Racine Street
34 m · 7 sec · East Racine Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East Racine Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · East Racine Street
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Turn straight
11.2 mi · 15 min
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Continue straight
10.3 mi · 16 min
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Turn left onto Brick Church Road
1.6 mi · 4 min · Brick Church Road
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Continue on Dewey Avenue
2030 ft · 59 sec · Dewey Avenue
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Turn left onto State Highway 67
2263 ft · 39 sec · State Highway 67
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Turn right onto Kinzie Avenue
896 ft · 39 sec · Kinzie Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Kinzie Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North La Crosse and Fontana.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North La Crosse to Fontana?
The road trip is about 198.7 miles (319.8 km) and usually takes 03h 47m 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 99.2 miles from North La Crosse and 99.5 miles from Fontana.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 161.6 miles (260.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.1 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 9:26 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.85 one way or $57.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Lewiston
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North La Crosse and Fontana. Straight-line distance: 161.64 mi (260.14 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 Fontana
Situated on the western shore of Geneva Lake in southeastern Wisconsin, this village functions primarily as a resort community within Walworth County.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 42.5514100, -88.5751000 |
| Altitude | 277 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fontana (-88.5751, 42.55141)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 320 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 28m |
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 | $4.12 | $28.85 | $57.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.72 | $33.05 | $66.10 |
| Premium | $5.30 | $37.12 | $74.25 |
| Diesel | $6.19 | $43.40 | $86.80 |
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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