La Crosse, WI to Mount Morris, WI is 124.9 miles and takes about 2h 47m via I 90 and State Highways, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that keeps you within Wisconsin for its entirety. It's a relatively short trip, making it ideal for a single day of travel. You'll spend most of your time on interstates, so expect a consistent pace. This route is a practical option if you're looking for an efficient journey between these two points.
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
62.5 miles from La Crosse, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 90
55.1 mi
59m
State Highway 21
41.3 mi
57m
State Highway 80
9.6 mi
13m
State Highway 152
7.1 mi
12m
WI 16
4.5 mi
8m
South Main Street
1.2 mi
1m
West 3rd Street
1 mi
1m
Main Street
0.9 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 55.1 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Crosse, WI and Mount Morris, WI.
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Start on WI 35
0.7 mi·2 min·West Avenue South
2
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
55 mi·59 min·I 90
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Exit 61Toward WI 80: Necedah, New Lisbon
9
Keep slight left at fork
91 ft·6 sec
10
Turn left onto WI 80
0.4 mi·40 sec·East Bridge Street
11
Continue on WI 80
6.8 mi·9 min·State Highway 80
12
At end of road, turn left onto WI 80
2.8 mi·4 min·State Highway 80
13
Continue on WI 80
1.2 mi·1 min·South Main Street
14
Turn right onto WI 21
1.0 mi·1 min·West 3rd Street
15
Continue on WI 21
29 mi·40 min·State Highway 21
16
Continue on WI 21
0.5 mi·49 sec·Wautoma Road
17
Continue on WI 21
12 mi·16 min·State Highway 21
18
Turn left onto WI 21; WI 22
0.5 mi·1 min·South Cambridge Street
19
Turn right onto WI 21; WI 22; WI 73
0.4 mi·1 min·West Main Street
20
Turn left onto WI 152
365 ft·8 sec·State Highway 152
21
Turn right onto WI 152
0.5 mi·53 sec·East Mount Morris Avenue
22
Continue on WI 152
7.0 mi·12 min·State Highway 152
23
At end of road, turn right onto CTH W
83 ft·2 sec·County Highway W
24
Arrive at destination
CTH W
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 47m duration, this route is easily manageable in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to maximize your time at your destination. With only one recommended stop and a short overall travel time, you have flexibility to depart when convenient. Keep an eye on fuel levels as you approach Mount Morris, as services can be more spread out on the state highways. The longest stretch on I 90 is over 55 miles, so plan your last fuel stop before entering that segment if you're running low.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 62.5 miles from La Crosse, WI, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.1 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 27 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.5 miles or 1h 14m 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 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mount Morris, 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 124.9 miles and 2h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 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 55.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 62.5 miles from La Crosse, 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 116.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.7 mi into trip|~4m in|Losey Boulevard North
Turn left onto Losey Boulevard North
Navigation decision point
6
62.2 mi into trip|~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward WI 80: Necedah, New Lisbon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 61
Toward WI 80: Necedah, New Lisbon
5
62.4 mi into trip|~1h 14m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
69.7 mi into trip|~1h 24m in|WI 80 / State Highway 80
At end of road, turn left onto WI 80 / State Highway 80
Navigation decision point
4
116.3 mi into trip|~2h 31m in|WI 21; WI 22 / South Cambridge Street
Turn left onto WI 21; WI 22 / South Cambridge Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.53 one way
$39.05 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg44 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$21.44
$42.88
premium
$4.89
$24.04
$48.07
diesel
$5.61
$27.58
$55.15
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37.5
0
$13.11
$6.00
Efficient EV
31.2
0
$10.93
$5.00
EV Truck/SUV
50
0
$17.49
$7.99
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
La Crosse, WI
Late night
in La Crosse on Tuesday
Local time
4:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
26°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 20 at 3:57AM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 19 at 10:08PM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Destination
Mount Morris, WI
Late night
in Mount Morris on Tuesday
Local time
4:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
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
35 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
2h 47m 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...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 99.1
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly a highway experience, with 94% of the journey taking place on major roadways like I 90. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 55.1 miles on I 90, offering a period of uninterrupted travel. While the majority is interstate, you will transition to State Highway 21 and State Highway 80, which may offer a slight change of pace. Expect a consistent, efficient drive with minimal slowdowns for most of the trip.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.1 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and State Highway 21. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near Losey Boulevard North.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 47m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (Losey Boulevard North): Navigation decision point; at 62.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 La Crosse, WI to Mount Morris, WI, road signs begin pointing toward New Lisbon along the way.
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.
Top landmarks
•St. Rose of Viterbo Convent — historic church in Wisconsin, United States
•La Crosse station — train station in La Crosse, Wisconsin, US
•Christ Episcopal Church — church building in Wisconsin, United States of America
The longest stretch is about 55.1 miles on I 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: at 1.7 miles (Losey Boulevard North): Navigation decision point; at 62.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Ice Age National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Mount Morris, WI before heading back.
