Origin
Kronenwetter, WI
Late night in Kronenwetter on Sunday
Local time
2:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kronenwetter, WI to North La Crosse, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 1m
Distance
134.2 mi
216 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 50m
★
6 AM
3h 1m
8 AM
3h 24m
10 AM
3h 9m
12 PM
3h 7m
3 PM
3h 11m
5 PM
3h 23m
8 PM
2h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kronenwetter, WI
Anete Lusina
North La Crosse, WI
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Trip Overview
This 134.2-mile drive from Kronenwetter to North La Crosse, Wisconsin, is a straightforward 3-hour journey perfect for a single day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $21, it's an economical way to travel within the Midwest. The route primarily utilizes I-90, offering a consistent pace for most of the drive. You'll encounter one designated stop, making for an efficient travel day. This trip is designed for ease and efficiency, making it a practical choice for getting 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
67.1 miles from Kronenwetter, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 39m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 41.3 mi | 44m |
| State Highway 173 | 34 mi | 49m |
| Victory Road | 15.2 mi | 22m |
| State Highway 34 | 9.9 mi | 13m |
| State Highway 21 | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| US Highway 10 | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| I 39 | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| State Highway 153 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 41.3 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kronenwetter, WI and North La Crosse, WI.
1
Start on Autumn Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Autumn Road
2
Turn right onto Forest Road
0.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Forest Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto CTH X; CTH XX
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
CTH X; CTH XX
4
Turn right onto WI 153
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 153
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Stevens Point
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 39; US 51
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
I 39; US 51
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 175
Toward WI 34: Knowlton, Wisconsin Rapids
8
Keep slight right at fork
199 ft
·
6 sec
9
Turn straight onto WI 34
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
State Highway 34
10
Enter roundabout onto WI 34; CTH C
123 ft
·
2 sec
·
State Highway 34
11
Continue on WI 34; CTH C
9.7 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 34
12
Take the ramp onto WI 34
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
WI 34
13
Merge onto US 10; WI 34
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
US Highway 10
14
Take the exit onto WI 34
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
WI 34
Exit 204
Toward WI 34 West, WI 13 South: Wisconsin Rapids
15
Turn left onto WI 13; WI 34
15 mi
·
22 min
·
Victory Road
16
Turn right onto WI 54; WI 73
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Avenue South
17
Enter roundabout onto WI 54; WI 73
185 ft
·
3 sec
·
2nd Avenue South
18
Continue on WI 54; WI 73
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Avenue South
19
Continue on WI 54; WI 73
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Wisconsin River Drive
20
Turn right onto WI 54; WI 73
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Letendre Avenue
21
Continue on WI 54
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 54
22
Turn left onto CTH G
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
County Highway G
23
Continue on State Highway 173
9.1 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 173
24
At end of road, turn left onto WI 80; WI 173
410 ft
·
7 sec
·
State Highway 80
25
Continue on WI 80; WI 173
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 173
26
Continue on WI 173
24 mi
·
33 min
·
State Highway 173
27
Turn right onto WI 21
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 21
28
Continue on WI 21
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
East McCoy Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
29
Continue on WI 21
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
State Highway 21
Use the straight lane.
30
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
31
Merge onto I 94
2.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 94
32
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 147
Toward I 90 West: La Crosse, Albert Lea
33
Merge onto I 90
41 mi
·
43 min
·
I 90
34
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
35
Turn left onto US 53; WI 35
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Rose Street
36
Arrive at destination
US 53; CTH B
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour duration, departing in the morning allows for a full day at your destination. You'll want to plan for one stop, perhaps midway, to stretch your legs and refuel if needed, though the fuel cost of $21 suggests minimal stops. The longest stretch on I-90 is over 41 miles, so be sure to have entertainment or conversation ready for that portion. Keep an eye out for transitions as you move from interstate to state highways, as these can sometimes involve changes in speed limits or road conditions.
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 67.1 miles from Kronenwetter, WI, or about 1h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.3 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 30 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.1 miles or 1h 39m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North La Crosse, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kronenwetter, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Kronenwetter, WI
This is one driving day of about 134.2 miles and 3h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Kronenwetter, 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 41.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 67.1 miles from Kronenwetter, 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 225 decision points cluster between mile 6.6 and 132.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
6.6 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Turn left toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Stevens Point
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Stevens Point
6
10.2 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward WI 34: Knowlton, Wisconsin Rapids
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 175
Toward WI 34: Knowlton, Wisconsin Rapids
6
24.6 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
WI 34
Take the exit onto WI 34 toward WI 34 West, WI 13 South: Wisconsin Rapids
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 204
Toward WI 34 West, WI 13 South: Wisconsin Rapid...
6
90.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
Take the exit toward I 90 West: La Crosse, Albert Lea
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 147
Toward I 90 West: La Crosse, Albert Lea
6
132.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 57m 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
$20.98 one way
$41.96 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $23.04 | $46.07 |
| premium | $4.89 | $25.83 | $51.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.63 | $59.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.3 | 0 | $14.09 | $6.44 |
| Efficient EV | 33.6 | 0 | $11.74 | $5.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.7 | 0 | $18.79 | $8.59 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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
Late night in North La Crosse on Sunday
Local time
2:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
33°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
NW 14 mph
36% 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
9 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 1m 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.
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...
30 mi from route
~75 min detour
Free
near mile 46.3
Caution: General Advisory — Flooding Possible
Caution: Averill–Kelly Creek Wilderness Segment — Dangerous Ford at New Wood River
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This highway-focused drive, with 78% of its length on interstates, offers a predominantly fast-paced experience. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-90, including a longest stretch of 41.3 miles without interruption. While State Highway 173 and Victory Road offer some variation, the overall character leans towards efficient travel on well-maintained roads. Expect a smooth ride for the majority of this 3-hour trip, minimizing complex navigation and maximizing forward progress.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.3 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and State Highway 173. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 134.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.6 miles (WI 34): 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.
Between Kronenwetter, WI and North La Crosse, WI, road signs point toward Wisconsin Rapids and Albert Lea.
Wisconsin Rapids
10.2 mi in
|
~16m
Albert Lea
90.6 mi in
|
~2h 12m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 1m. Total distance: 134.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.3 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.
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 North 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 6.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.6 miles (WI 34): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Ice Age National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.0 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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