How far is North La Crosse, WI from Utica, WI?
The driving distance from North La Crosse, WI to Utica, WI is about 182.2 miles (293.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 149.9 miles (241.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 38m 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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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
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Mostly Clear then Chance Snow Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North La Crosse and Utica.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North La Crosse and Utica.
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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 right
49 m · 6 sec
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Turn right onto North Summit Avenue
3.2 mi · 5 min · North Summit Avenue
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Turn slight right
90 m · 11 sec
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Turn straight onto Sunset Drive
1.2 mi · 2 min · Sunset Drive
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Turn left onto South Utica Road
31 m · 3 sec · South Utica Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Utica Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North La Crosse and Utica.
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.
Mostly Clear then Chance Snow Showers leaving North La Crosse and Mostly Clear near Utica.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North La Crosse to Utica?
The road trip is about 182.2 miles (293.2 km) and usually takes 03h 19m 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 91 miles from North La Crosse and 91.2 miles from Utica.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 149.9 miles (241.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.3 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 10:22 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.25 one way or $48.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear then Chance Snow Showers around North La Crosse and Mostly Clear near Utica.
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 Utica. Straight-line distance: 149.87 mi (241.2 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 Utica
Utica is a city in Waukesha County, Wisconsin
| Population | 1,337 |
| Coordinates | 43.0222300, -88.4848200 |
| Altitude | 263 |
| Country | United States |
End: Utica (-88.48482, 43.02223)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 293 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 16m |
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 | $24.25 | $48.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.35 | $54.69 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.93 | $59.85 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.10 | $68.21 |
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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