How far is North La Crosse, WI from Vernon, WI?
The driving distance from North La Crosse, WI to Vernon, WI is about 201.2 miles (323.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 163.9 miles (263.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 32m 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.
Town in Wisconsin, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Frost then Sunny
Areas Of Frost then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North La Crosse and Vernon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North La Crosse and Vernon.
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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
51.6 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 318, CTH G: Pewaukee, Waukesha
1386 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on WI 318, I 94 East Alternate: Waukesha, Waukesha Bypass, Meadowbrook Road
77 m · 6 sec
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Turn right onto Meadowbrook Road
1.9 mi · 4 min · Meadowbrook Road
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Continue on Les Paul Parkway
5.6 mi · 10 min · Les Paul Parkway
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Turn right onto State Highway 164
4.3 mi · 6 min · State Highway 164
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Continue on Big Bend Drive
1293 ft · 24 sec · Big Bend Drive
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Turn right onto National Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · National Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · National Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North La Crosse and Vernon.
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 Areas Of Frost then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Vernon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North La Crosse to Vernon?
The road trip is about 201.2 miles (323.8 km) and usually takes 03h 46m 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 100.5 miles from North La Crosse and 100.8 miles from Vernon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 163.9 miles (263.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.3 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 9:28 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.77 one way or $53.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Sunny around North La Crosse and Areas Of Frost then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Vernon.
Stop Ideas Near Lewiston
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 Lewiston.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North La Crosse and Vernon. Straight-line distance: 163.94 mi (263.84 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 Vernon
Town in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 7,670 |
| Coordinates | 42.9036200, -88.2523100 |
| Altitude | 269 |
| Country | United States |
End: Vernon (-88.25231, 42.90362)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 324 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 30m |
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 | $26.77 | $53.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $30.20 | $60.39 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $33.04 | $66.09 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $37.66 | $75.32 |
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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