How far is North La Crosse, WI from Okauchee Lake, WI?
The driving distance from North La Crosse, WI to Okauchee Lake, WI is about 184.5 miles (296.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 149.3 miles (240.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 52m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Areas Of Frost then Sunny
Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North La Crosse and Okauchee Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North La Crosse and Okauchee Lake.
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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
41.9 mi · 45 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 67: Dousman, Oconomowoc
1570 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on WI 67: Dousman, Oconomowoc
46 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto North Summit Avenue
2.1 mi · 4 min · North Summit Avenue
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Turn straight
2.3 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto County Highway Z
1.5 km · 2 min · County Highway Z
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Continue on Lake Drive
1.5 km · 2 min · Lake Drive
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Continue on Westview Road
1743 ft · 50 sec · Westview Road
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Turn right onto Pondview Lane
147 m · 21 sec · Pondview Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pondview Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North La Crosse and Okauchee Lake.
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.
Areas Of Frost then Sunny leaving North La Crosse and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Okauchee Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North La Crosse to Okauchee Lake?
The road trip is about 184.5 miles (296.9 km) and usually takes 03h 26m 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?
Lake Delton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 92.1 miles from North La Crosse and 92.4 miles from Okauchee Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 149.3 miles (240.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.2 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 10:08 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.55 one way or $49.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Sunny around North La Crosse and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Okauchee Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Delton
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 Lake Delton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North La Crosse and Okauchee Lake. Straight-line distance: 149.34 mi (240.34 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 Okauchee Lake
Census designated place
| Population | 4,422 |
| Coordinates | 43.1233400, -88.4406500 |
| Altitude | 268 |
| Country | United States |
End: Okauchee Lake (-88.44065, 43.12334)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 297 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 18m |
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 | $24.55 | $49.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.69 | $55.37 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $30.30 | $60.60 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.53 | $69.06 |
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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