How far is Soldiers Grove, WI from Prairie du Chien, WI?
The driving distance from Soldiers Grove, WI to Prairie du Chien, WI is about 37.5 miles (60.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 30.1 miles (48.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 47m.
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.
Town in Crawford County, Wisconsin, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Rain Showers
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Soldiers Grove and Prairie du Chien.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Soldiers Grove and Prairie du Chien.
-
1
Start on Church Street
2903 ft · 58 sec · Church Street
-
2
Continue on State Highway 131
6.7 mi · 12 min · State Highway 131
-
3
Keep slight right to continue on State Highway 131
575 ft · 11 sec · State Highway 131
-
4
Continue on State Highway 171
5.4 mi · 10 min · State Highway 171
-
5
Turn left onto State Highway 27
24 mi · 34 min · State Highway 27
-
6
Continue on East Blackhawk Avenue
3149 ft · 53 sec · East Blackhawk Avenue
-
7
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward South Marquette Road
79 m · 6 sec · South Marquette Road
-
8
Exit the roundabout onto South Marquette Road
16 m · 1 sec · South Marquette Road
-
9
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Marquette Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Soldiers Grove and Prairie du Chien.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 27
Turn left onto State Highway 27
24 mi · 00h 34m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Soldiers Grove and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Prairie du Chien.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Soldiers Grove to Prairie du Chien?
The road trip is about 37.5 miles (60.3 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
Seneca is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.7 miles from Soldiers Grove and 18.8 miles from Prairie du Chien.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.1 miles (48.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.4 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 4:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.98 one way or $9.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Soldiers Grove and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Prairie du Chien.
Stop Ideas Near Seneca
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 Seneca.
La Crosse
Tomah
Winona station
Wisconsin Dells
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Soldiers Grove and Prairie du Chien. Straight-line distance: 30.08 mi (48.41 km).
#1 Soldiers Grove
Village in Crawford County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 535 |
| Coordinates | 43.3952600, -90.7743000 |
| Altitude | 221 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Prairie du Chien
County seat of Crawford County, Wisconsin, United States
| Population | 1,010 |
| Coordinates | 43.0516500, -91.1412400 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Marquette Road (-91.141125, 43.051676)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 60 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $4.98 | $9.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.61 | $11.23 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.14 | $12.29 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.00 | $14.00 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Wisconsin · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.