Origin
Hustisford, WI
Morning in Hustisford on Tuesday
Local time
10:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hustisford, WI to North La Crosse, WI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 15m
Distance
158.6 mi
255 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 4m
★
6 AM
3h 16m
8 AM
3h 40m
10 AM
3h 24m
12 PM
3h 22m
3 PM
3h 25m
5 PM
3h 38m
8 PM
3h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hustisford, WI
Lewis Ashton
North La Crosse, WI
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Spanning 158.6 miles across Wisconsin, this drive from Hustisford to North La Crosse is a straightforward Midwest trip that typically takes about 3 hours and 15 minutes. Because the total duration is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $24 for fuel to complete the journey. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, including I-90 and State Highway 16, making it a reliable option for travelers who prefer a direct path. Whether you are heading west for business or a quick getaway, the route offers a consistent travel experience through the heart of the state.
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
79.3 miles from Hustisford, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 48m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 102.5 mi | 1h 50m |
| State Highway 16 | 22.7 mi | 31m |
| Highway 16 & 60 | 13.8 mi | 18m |
| State Highway 60 | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| West Cook Street | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| US Highway 51 & State Highway 16 | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| East James Street | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| East Wisconsin Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 102.5 mi, about 1h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hustisford, WI and North La Crosse, WI.
1
Start on CTH R
9 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Lake Street
2
Turn left onto CTH E
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Juneau Street
3
Continue on CTH E
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road E
4
Turn right onto WI 60
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 60
5
Continue on WI 16; WI 60
14 mi
·
18 min
·
Highway 16 & 60
6
Continue on WI 16; WI 60
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Lowell Street
7
Continue on WI 16; WI 60
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
East James Street
8
Continue on WI 16
23 mi
·
31 min
·
State Highway 16
9
Turn straight onto US 51; WI 16
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US Highway 51 & State Highway 16
10
Continue on US 51; WI 16
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
East Wisconsin Street
11
Turn left onto WI 33
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
West Cook Street
12
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
13
Merge onto I 90; I 94
60 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
I 90; I 94
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
42 mi
·
45 min
·
I 90
Exit 45
Toward I 90 West: Tomah, La Crosse
15
Take the exit onto I 90; US 53
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
I 90; US 53
Exit 3
Toward US 53 South, WI 35: La Crosse, Onalaska
16
Turn left onto US 53; WI 35
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Rose Street
17
Arrive at destination
US 53; CTH B
Trip Plan
Since the drive is manageable in one go, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around traffic patterns. You only need to account for one planned stop to keep your trip on schedule. Be mindful that the majority of your time is spent on I-90, so check for construction or congestion on that corridor before you head out. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during the 102.5-mile interstate stretch to ensure you don't run low between exits. By keeping your pace consistent, you can easily reach North La Crosse without needing to split the drive into two days.
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 79.3 miles from Hustisford, WI, or about 1h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.5 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 35 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.3 miles or 1h 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North La Crosse, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Hustisford, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Hustisford, WI
This is one driving day of about 158.6 miles and 3h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Hustisford, 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 I 90 for about 102.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
79 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 79.3 miles from Hustisford, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 102.5 miles.
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 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 156.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
CTH E / West Juneau Street
Turn left onto CTH E / West Juneau Street
Navigation decision point
3
1.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
WI 60 / State Highway 60
Turn right onto WI 60 / State Highway 60
Navigation decision point
3
54.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
|
I 90; I 94
Merge onto I 90; I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining
7
114.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 26m in
|
I 90
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 toward I 90 West: Tomah, La Crosse
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 45
Toward I 90 West: Tomah, La Crosse
6
156.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 11m in
|
I 90; US 53
Take the exit onto I 90; US 53 toward US 53 South, WI 35: La Crosse, Onalaska
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 3
Toward US 53 South, WI 35: La Crosse, Onalaska
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.80 one way
$49.59 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $27.22 | $54.45 |
| premium | $4.89 | $30.52 | $61.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.02 | $70.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.6 | 0 | $16.65 | $7.61 |
| Efficient EV | 39.7 | 0 | $13.88 | $6.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63.4 | 0 | $22.20 | $10.15 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (65% 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
North La Crosse, WI
Morning in North La Crosse on Tuesday
Local time
10:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Portage, WI
79 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 15m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Ice Age National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Ice Age National Scenic Trail spans 1,200 miles, traverses some of Wisconsin's finest geologic and glacial features, and passes through the ancestral lands of 15 Tribes. The Trail is built, manage...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
Free
near mile 82
Caution: Averill–Kelly Creek Wilderness Segment — Dangerous Ford at New Wood River
Caution: Skunk and Foster Lakes Segment — Storm Damage
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 93% of your time spent on major roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm on I-90, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of the drive at 102.5 miles. While the journey begins on local roads like Highway 16 & 60, the transition to the interstate defines the bulk of your experience behind the wheel. Expect a practical, high-speed drive that prioritizes efficiency over technical winding roads. It is a no-nonsense route that allows you to cover significant ground quickly as you move toward the western edge of the state.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 102.5 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and State Highway 16. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CTH E / West Juneau Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hustisford, WI to North La Crosse, WI is easy. At 3h 15m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CTH E / West Juneau Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (WI 60 / State Highway 60): Navigation decision point; at 54.5 miles (I 90; I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,090 ft
648 ft
Total Climb
384 ft
Total Descent
600 ft
Highest Point
1,090 ft
~124.6 mi in
Elevation Range
442 ft
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 Hustisford, WI to North La Crosse, WI, road signs begin pointing toward La Crosse along the way.
La Crosse
114.7 mi in
|
~2h 26m
|
via I 90
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 15m. Total distance: 158.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 102.5 miles on I 90. 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CTH E / West Juneau Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (WI 60 / State Highway 60): Navigation decision point; at 54.5 miles (I 90; I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Yes — Ice Age National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.5 hours — manageable with a long break at North 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From North La Crosse, WI
More trips to North La Crosse, WI
Explore more options from Hustisford, WI or browse trips ending in North La Crosse, WI.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse WI road trips.