Origin
North La Crosse, WI
Late night in North La Crosse on Sunday
Local time
3:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North La Crosse, WI to Addison, 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 31m
Distance
173.4 mi
279 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 19m
★
6 AM
3h 31m
8 AM
3h 56m
10 AM
3h 40m
12 PM
3h 38m
3 PM
3h 41m
5 PM
3h 55m
8 PM
3h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North La Crosse, WI
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Addison, WI
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
This 173.4-mile drive from North La Crosse, WI, to Addison, WI, is a manageable one-day adventure, taking approximately 3 hours and 31 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-90, State Highway 16, and State Highway 33, this route keeps you on well-maintained roads for most of the journey. With a highway share of 96%, expect a focused driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $27, making it a budget-friendly option. Both your origin and destination are within the Midwest region, offering a consistent feel throughout your travel.
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
86.7 miles from North La Crosse, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 88.9 mi | 1h 35m |
| State Highway 16 | 22.6 mi | 31m |
| State Highway 33 | 20.5 mi | 29m |
| US 53 | 14 mi | 15m |
| US 151 | 13.4 mi | 15m |
| WI 33 | 4 mi | 5m |
| US Highway 51 & State Highway 16 | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| West Wisconsin Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 88.9 mi, about 1h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North La Crosse, WI and Addison, WI.
1
Start on US 53; CTH B
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Rose Street
2
Take the exit onto US 53
14 mi
·
15 min
·
US 53
3
Continue on I 90
89 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
·
I 90
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 106
Toward WI 33: Portage, Baraboo
5
Keep slight right at fork
175 ft
·
4 sec
6
Turn straight onto WI 33
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
WI 33
7
Turn right onto US 51; WI 16
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
West Wisconsin Street
8
Continue on US 51; WI 16
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
US Highway 51 & State Highway 16
9
Turn left onto WI 16
23 mi
·
31 min
·
State Highway 16
10
Continue on WI 16; WI 60
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
James Street
11
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
12
Merge onto US 151
13 mi
·
15 min
·
US 151
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward WI 33: Beaver Dam, Horicon
14
Keep slight right at fork
228 ft
·
5 sec
15
Turn straight onto WI 33
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Park Avenue
16
Continue on WI 33
8.0 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 33
17
Continue on Washington Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street
18
Turn left onto WI 33
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Main Street
19
Continue on WI 33
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Barstow Street
20
Turn straight onto WI 33
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Vine Street
21
Turn right onto WI 33; CTH E
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East Lake Street
22
Continue on WI 33
8.4 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 33
23
Enter roundabout onto WI 33
150 ft
·
2 sec
·
State Highway 33
24
Continue on WI 33
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 33
25
Turn left onto Yellowstone Trail
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Yellowstone Trail
26
Arrive at destination
Yellowstone Trail
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just over three and a half hours, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day. You can depart whenever it's most convenient for you. Plan for one stop to break up the 173.4 miles, perhaps around the halfway point or before you begin the longest stretch on I-90. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 88.9-mile segment on I-90, as services might be spaced out. The $27 fuel estimate suggests it's an economical trip, so focus on enjoying the straightforward 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 86.7 miles from North La Crosse, WI, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 88.9 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 38 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.7 miles or 1h 34m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Addison, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North 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 North La Crosse, WI
This is one driving day of about 173.4 miles and 3h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from North 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 88.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
87 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 86.7 miles from North La Crosse, 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 88.9 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 104.1 and 149.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
104.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 53m in
Take the exit toward WI 33: Portage, Baraboo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 106
Toward WI 33: Portage, Baraboo
5
104.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 53m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
112.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 7m in
|
WI 16 / State Highway 16
Turn left onto WI 16 / State Highway 16
Navigation decision point
5
149.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 56m in
Take the exit toward WI 33: Beaver Dam, Horicon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward WI 33: Beaver Dam, Horicon
5
149.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 56m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.11 one way
$54.22 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $29.76 | $59.53 |
| premium | $4.89 | $33.37 | $66.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $38.28 | $76.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52 | 0 | $18.21 | $8.32 |
| Efficient EV | 43.4 | 0 | $15.17 | $6.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 69.4 | 0 | $24.28 | $11.10 |
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Addison, WI
Late night in Addison on Sunday
Local time
3:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°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
11 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 31m 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 77.7
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 highway-focused drive is designed for efficient travel, with 96% of the route on interstates and state highways. You'll encounter a significant 88.9-mile stretch on I-90, providing ample opportunity for consistent speed. While the majority of the drive is on high-speed roads, be prepared for transitions as you navigate between I-90 and the state highways, which may offer slightly different driving dynamics. The character remains largely that of a streamlined journey, prioritizing getting you to your destination.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 88.9 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and State Highway 16. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 104.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 173.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 104.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 104.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 112.7 miles (WI 16 / State Highway 16): Navigation decision point.
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 North La Crosse, WI and Addison, WI, road signs point toward Baraboo and Horicon.
Baraboo
104.1 mi in
|
~1h 53m
Horicon
149.5 mi in
|
~2h 56m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 31m. Total distance: 173.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 88.9 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: at 104.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 104.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 112.7 miles (WI 16 / State Highway 16): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Ice Age National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Addison, 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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