How far is Rio, WI from North La Crosse, WI?
The driving distance from Rio, WI to North La Crosse, WI is about 122.3 miles (196.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 104.1 miles (167.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 57m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rio and North La Crosse.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rio and North La Crosse.
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Start on West Harvey Street
1311 ft · 58 sec · West Harvey Street
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Continue on Cemetery Road
930 ft · 42 sec · Cemetery Road
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Turn left onto Rio Street
119 m · 19 sec · Rio Street
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Turn right onto State Highway 16
9.4 mi · 13 min · State Highway 16
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Turn straight onto US Highway 51 & State Highway 16
2.7 mi · 4 min · US Highway 51 & State Highway 16
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Continue on East Wisconsin Street
1.6 mi · 4 min · East Wisconsin Street
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Turn left onto West Cook Street
3.7 mi · 5 min · West Cook Street
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Take the ramp slight right
2038 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
60.2 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West: Tomah, La Crosse
42.1 mi · 45 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 53 South, WI 35: La Crosse, Onalaska
1291 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto Rose Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · Rose Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Rose Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rio and North La Crosse.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Cook Street
Merge slight left
60.2 mi · 01h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Rio and Sunny near North La Crosse.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rio to North La Crosse?
The road trip is about 122.3 miles (196.8 km) and usually takes 01h 57m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
New Lisbon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.1 miles from Rio and 61.2 miles from North La Crosse.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 104.1 miles (167.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.25 one way or $32.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rio and Sunny near North La Crosse.
Stop Ideas Near New Lisbon
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 New Lisbon.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rio and North La Crosse. Straight-line distance: 104.12 mi (167.56 km).
#1 Rio
Village in Columbia County, Wisconsin
| Population | 1,047 |
| Coordinates | 43.4477600, -89.2398400 |
| Altitude | 284 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North La Crosse
A city in La Crosse County, Wisconsin.
| Population | 50,470 |
| Coordinates | 43.8463500, -91.2481900 |
| Altitude | 197 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rose Street (-91.248268, 43.846348)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 197 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 31m |
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 | $16.25 | $32.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.33 | $36.66 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.06 | $40.12 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.86 | $45.72 |
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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