How far is North La Crosse, WI from Rome, WI?
The driving distance from North La Crosse, WI to Rome, WI is about 179.9 miles (289.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 144.3 miles (232.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 43m 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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North La Crosse and Rome.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North La Crosse and Rome.
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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
35.9 mi · 38 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CTH F: Sullivan, Ixonia
919 ft · 22 sec
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Keep slight right
45 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight
4.4 mi · 8 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Continue on County Road F
2.2 mi · 4 min · County Road F
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Continue on Main Street
1348 ft · 40 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Jefferson Street
55 m · 5 sec · Jefferson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Jefferson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North La Crosse and Rome.
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.
Sunny leaving North La Crosse and Mostly Sunny near Rome.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North La Crosse to Rome?
The road trip is about 179.9 miles (289.5 km) and usually takes 03h 21m 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 89.8 miles from North La Crosse and 90.1 miles from Rome.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 144.3 miles (232.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.6 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 10:16 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.95 one way or $47.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around North La Crosse and Mostly Sunny near Rome.
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 Rome. Straight-line distance: 144.33 mi (232.27 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 Rome
Census-designated place in Jefferson County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 2,784 |
| Coordinates | 42.9802900, -88.6312100 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rome (-88.63121, 42.98029)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 289 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 14m |
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 | $23.95 | $47.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.01 | $54.01 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.55 | $59.11 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $33.68 | $67.36 |
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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