Origin
Hamburg, WI
Night in Hamburg on Saturday
Local time
11:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hamburg, WI to La Crosse, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 51m
Distance
146.3 mi
235 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 39m
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6 AM
3h 52m
8 AM
4h 17m
10 AM
4h 1m
12 PM
3h 58m
3 PM
4h 2m
5 PM
4h 16m
8 PM
3h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hamburg, WI
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La Crosse, WI
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Trip Overview
Hamburg to La Crosse is 146.3 miles and takes about 3h 51m via US Highway 10, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Wisconsin, moving through the Midwest region. It's a straightforward trip with most of your travel on highways, making it a practical choice for a single-day journey. Expect a fairly direct path with minimal detours, ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73.1 miles from Hamburg, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 54m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 10 | 22.8 mi | 31m |
| State Highway 97 | 19 mi | 31m |
| State Highway 108 | 16.5 mi | 24m |
| State Highway 54 | 14.2 mi | 21m |
| WI 16 | 11 mi | 17m |
| WI 29 | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| State Highway 107 | 10 mi | 17m |
| State Highway 95 | 8.6 mi | 12m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 10
— 22.8 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamburg, WI and La Crosse, WI.
1
Start on Deer Creek Lane
58 ft
·
4 sec
·
Deer Creek Lane
2
Turn right onto County Road L
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road L
3
Turn right onto WI 107
10 mi
·
17 min
·
State Highway 107
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto WI 29
11 mi
·
12 min
·
WI 29
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 145
Toward WI 97: Athens, Marshfield
7
Turn left onto WI 97
19 mi
·
31 min
·
State Highway 97
8
Continue on WI 97
5.1 mi
·
9 min
·
North Central Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Enter roundabout onto South Central Avenue
109 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Central Avenue
10
Continue on South Central Avenue
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
South Central Avenue
11
Enter roundabout onto US 10
135 ft
·
7 sec
·
US Highway 10
12
Continue on US 10
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US Highway 10
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
US Highway 10
14
Merge onto US 10
21 mi
·
28 min
·
US Highway 10
15
Continue on US 10
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
East Division Street
16
Turn left onto WI 73
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 73
17
Turn straight onto WI 95
8.6 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 95
18
Turn left onto CTH J
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
County Road J
19
Turn left onto CTH K
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
County Highway K
20
Turn right onto CTH E
7.8 mi
·
13 min
·
County Highway E
21
At end of road, turn left onto US 12; WI 27
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
US Highway 12
22
Continue on US 12; WI 27
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Water Street
23
Turn right onto WI 54
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
24
Turn left onto WI 54
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
South 10th Street
25
Turn right onto WI 54
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Melrose Street
26
Continue on WI 54
14 mi
·
21 min
·
State Highway 54
27
Continue on WI 54
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Washington Street
28
Turn straight onto WI 108
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Sparta Street
29
Continue on WI 108
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 108
30
Continue on WI 108
11 mi
·
16 min
·
State Highway 108
31
Turn slight right
212 ft
·
7 sec
32
Turn straight onto WI 16; CTH C
11 mi
·
17 min
·
WI 16; CTH C
33
Continue on Losey Boulevard North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Losey Boulevard North
34
Turn right onto CTH F
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
35
Turn left onto 16th Street South
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
16th Street South
36
Turn right onto Johnson Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Johnson Street
37
At end of road, turn right onto WI 35
326 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Avenue South
38
Arrive at destination
WI 35
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under 4 hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. You'll encounter one planned stop, which is ample for a drive of this length, but don't hesitate to pull over if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially before heading out, as the estimated cost is around $23. The longest stretch without a break is 22.8 miles on US Highway 10, so plan your stops accordingly to ensure comfort during your drive.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.1 miles from Hamburg, WI, or about 1h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 32 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.1 miles or 1h 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near La Crosse, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hamburg, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hamburg, WI
This is one driving day of about 146.3 miles and 3h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Hamburg, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 10 for about 22.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.1 miles from Hamburg, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 215 decision points cluster between mile 2 and 146.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
WI 107 / State Highway 107
Turn right onto WI 107 / State Highway 107
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
12 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
23.3 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward WI 97: Athens, Marshfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 145
Toward WI 97: Athens, Marshfield
5
47.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
US 10 / US Highway 10
Enter roundabout onto US 10 / US Highway 10
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
146.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 51m in
|
WI 35 / West Avenue South
At end of road, turn right onto WI 35 / West Avenue South
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.87 one way
$45.74 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.11 | $50.23 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.15 | $56.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.30 | $64.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.9 | 0 | $15.36 | $7.02 |
| Efficient EV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.80 | $5.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.5 | 0 | $20.48 | $9.36 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
La Crosse, WI
Night in La Crosse on Saturday
Local time
11:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms
S 8 to 16 mph
90% chance
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
13 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 51m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway-focused, with 81% of the drive utilizing faster roads. You'll spend a good amount of time on US Highway 10, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 22.8 miles. While the majority of the trip involves higher speeds on main arteries like US Highway 10 and State Highway 97, there are also segments on State Highway 108, offering a slight variation in the driving experience. The character is largely one of consistent forward momentum, designed for efficient travel.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
38 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.8 mi on US Highway 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 10 and State Highway 97. You will hit about 21 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near WI 107 / State Highway 107.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 146.3 miles you will encounter 21 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (WI 107 / State Highway 107): Lane positioning matters here; at 12 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Hamburg, WI to La Crosse, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Marshfield along the way.
Marshfield
23.3 mi in
|
~36m
About the Cities
Arriving in La Crosse, WI
Full guide →La Crosse is a city in the Coulee Region of Southwest Wisconsin on the Mississippi River. It is the county seat of La Crosse County. It's nestled between the river and picturesque bluffs that rise behind it. With a city population of around 50,000 and the metropolitan area just under 100,000, La Crosse offers visitors plenty of activities to do and sights to see, without the overwhelming hustle and bustle of bigger cities.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 51m. Total distance: 146.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.8 miles on US Highway 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at La Crosse, WI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (WI 107 / State Highway 107): Lane positioning matters here; at 12 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at La Crosse, WI, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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