Planning a trip from La Crosse, WI to Como, WI? This 207.8-mile journey takes approximately 4 hours and is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 95% of the route utilizing major interstates. It's a manageable one-day trip, perfect for a quick getaway within the Midwest region. Expect a fuel cost of around $32 for this drive. With only one recommended stop, you can make good time, making it an efficient way to travel between these two Wisconsin points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
103.9 miles from La Crosse, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 58m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 90
131 mi
2h 20m
I 39
37.2 mi
39m
WI 11
11.2 mi
15m
I 43
10 mi
10m
WI 16
4.5 mi
8m
US 14
3.5 mi
4m
County Road H
2.7 mi
3m
East Racine Street
1.6 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 131 mi, about 2h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Crosse, WI and Como, WI.
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Start on WI 35
0.7 mi·2 min·West Avenue South
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Turn right
350 ft·12 sec
3
Turn straight onto CTH F
0.9 mi·2 min·Main Street
4
Turn left onto Losey Boulevard North
0.5 mi·1 min·Losey Boulevard North
5
Continue on WI 16
4.5 mi·8 min·WI 16
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·53 sec
7
Merge onto I 90
131 mi·2 hr 20 min·I 90
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 39; I 90
37 mi·39 min·I 39; I 90
Toward I 39, I 90: ChicagoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 175Toward WI 11 East: Delavan
10
Keep slight left at fork
518 ft·13 sec
11
Enter roundabout onto WI 11
297 ft·16 sec·East Racine Street
12
Continue on WI 11
0.1 mi·12 sec·East Racine Street
13
Enter roundabout onto WI 11
112 ft·6 sec·East Racine Street
14
Continue on WI 11
1.3 mi·2 min·East Racine Street
15
Turn straight onto WI 11
11 mi·15 min·WI 11
16
Continue on US 14
3.5 mi·4 min·US 14
17
Turn left
0.4 mi·47 sec
18
Merge onto I 43
10 mi·10 min·I 43
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 25Toward WI 67: Elkhorn, Williams BayUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight right at fork
190 ft·4 sec
21
Turn straight onto WI 67
0.9 mi·1 min·State Highway 67
22
Turn left onto Remer Road
1.0 mi·2 min·Remer Road
23
At end of road, turn left onto Petrie Road
0.2 mi·28 sec·Petrie Road
24
Turn right onto CTH H
2.7 mi·3 min·County Road H
25
Turn right onto Club House Drive
0.4 mi·1 min·Club House Drive
26
Continue on Club House Drive
263 ft·11 sec·Club House Drive
27
Arrive at destination
Club House Drive
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize your day and avoid potential midday traffic. With only one stop recommended, you can easily complete this trip in a single day. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 131-mile stretch on I-90, as services might be less frequent. The $32 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always factor in a little extra. Since it's a relatively short drive, you have flexibility to adjust your schedule as needed.
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 103.9 miles from La Crosse, WI, or about 1h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 131 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 46 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.9 miles or 1h 58m 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 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Como, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving La Crosse, 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 La Crosse, WI
This is one driving day of about 207.8 miles and 4h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from La Crosse, 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 131 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 103.9 miles from La Crosse, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 131 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 7.1 and 202.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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7.1 mi into trip|~15m in|I 90
Merge onto I 90
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
138.1 mi into trip|~2h 35m in|I 39; I 90
Keep slight right at fork onto I 39; I 90 toward I 39, I 90: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 39, I 90: Chicago
5
175.3 mi into trip|~3h 15m in
Take the exit toward WI 11 East: Delavan
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 175
Toward WI 11 East: Delavan
6
175.6 mi into trip|~3h 16m in|WI 11 / East Racine Street
Enter roundabout onto WI 11 / East Racine Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
8
202.3 mi into trip|~3h 50m in
Take the exit toward WI 67: Elkhorn, Williams Bay
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 25
Toward WI 67: Elkhorn, Williams Bay
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.49 one way
$64.97 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg73 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$35.67
$71.34
premium
$4.89
$39.99
$79.98
diesel
$5.61
$45.88
$91.76
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
62.3
0
$21.82
$9.97
Efficient EV
52
0
$18.18
$8.31
EV Truck/SUV
83.1
1
$29.09
$13.30
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
La Crosse, WI
Night
in La Crosse on Saturday
Local time
11:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Mostly Clear
S 3 to 8 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Watch
Flash Flood Watch issued April 16 at 11:57PM CDT until April 19 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 16 at 11:57PM CDT until April 18 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Destination
Como, WI
Night
in Como on Saturday
Local time
11:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Widespread Fog
SE 5 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Watch
Flash Flood Watch issued April 16 at 11:57PM CDT until April 19 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 16 at 11:57PM CDT until April 18 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
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
4 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
4h on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 78.8
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route leans heavily into highway driving, with 95% of the mileage on interstates. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-90, including a long stretch of 131 miles without needing to exit. While the profile is highway-focused, the transition from I-90 to I-39 and then onto WI-11 will offer slight variations in the road's feel. Expect a steady pace for most of the drive, minimizing the need for complex navigation.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 131 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 39. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.1 miles in near I 90.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 207.8 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 7.1 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 138.1 miles (I 39; I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 175.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h. Total distance: 207.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 131 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 Como, 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 7.1 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 138.1 miles (I 39; I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 175.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes — Ice Age National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Como, WI, but most travelers stay overnight.
