How far is Shell Lake, WI from North La Crosse, WI?
The driving distance from Shell Lake, WI to North La Crosse, WI is about 164.5 miles (264.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 135 miles (217.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 29m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 44m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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 Shell Lake and North La Crosse.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shell Lake and North La Crosse.
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Start on the route
1.1 km · 54 sec
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Turn right onto County Road B
4.7 mi · 8 min · County Road B
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At the end of the road, turn right
73.5 mi · 1 hr 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WI 93
1806 ft · 44 sec
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Continue on WI 93
1908 ft · 49 sec
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Continue on State Highway 93
15 mi · 21 min · State Highway 93
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Continue on Lake Park Drive
1683 ft · 44 sec · Lake Park Drive
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Continue on Main Street North
1789 ft · 53 sec · Main Street North
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Continue on State Highway 93
15.3 mi · 21 min · State Highway 93
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Continue on Osseo Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · Osseo Road
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Continue on Washington Street
1211 ft · 41 sec · Washington Street
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Continue on Burrows Road
1754 ft · 60 sec · Burrows Road
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Continue on Diagonal Street
720 ft · 19 sec · Diagonal Street
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Continue on State Highway 93
21.3 mi · 30 min · State Highway 93
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Continue on State Highway 93
8.2 mi · 11 min · State Highway 93
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Continue straight
14.5 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right
1.4 mi · 2 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 Shell Lake 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.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn right
73.5 mi · 01h 22m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Shell Lake 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 Shell Lake to North La Crosse?
The road trip is about 164.5 miles (264.8 km) and usually takes 02h 44m 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?
Altoona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.9 miles from Shell Lake and 84.7 miles from North La Crosse.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 135 miles (217.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.5 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 1:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.91 one way or $43.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Shell Lake and Sunny near North La Crosse.
Stop Ideas Near Altoona
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 Altoona.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Shell Lake and North La Crosse. Straight-line distance: 134.94 mi (217.17 km).
#1 Shell Lake
City in and county seat of Washburn County, Wisconsin
| Population | 1,318 |
| Coordinates | 45.7393900, -91.9254500 |
| Altitude | 378 |
| 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: 265 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 03m |
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 | $21.91 | $43.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.71 | $49.42 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $27.04 | $54.08 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $30.82 | $61.63 |
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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