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Trip from North La Crosse, WI to Sheboygan Falls, WI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 6m
Distance
202.7 mi
326 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 53m
★
6 AM
4h 6m
8 AM
4h 32m
10 AM
4h 15m
12 PM
4h 13m
3 PM
4h 17m
5 PM
4h 31m
8 PM
3h 58m
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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Sheboygan Falls, WI
Hao Chen
Trip Overview
North La Crosse, WI to Sheboygan Falls, WI is 202.7 miles and takes about 4 hours 6 minutes via I 90 and WI 33, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Wisconsin, moving across the Midwest region. The route is predominantly highway driving, making it a straightforward trip for a single day. Expect a fairly direct path with minimal fuss, suitable for those looking for efficiency on their travels.
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
101.3 miles from North La Crosse, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 50m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 88.9 mi | 1h 35m |
| WI 33 | 33.4 mi | 49m |
| State Highway 23 | 27 mi | 32m |
| US 151 | 26.4 mi | 31m |
| US 53 | 14 mi | 15m |
| County Road C | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| County Road K | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Rose Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 88.9 mi, about 1h 35m
Traffic on I-90
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 72 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,282 veh/hr typical · worst 1,894
Quietest
2 AM
~154 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North La Crosse, WI and Sheboygan Falls, 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
33 mi
·
49 min
·
WI 33
7
Turn right onto CTH A; CTH C
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
East State Street
8
Continue on CTH A; CTH C
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
County Road A
9
Turn left onto CTH C
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
County Road C
10
Take the ramp
99 ft
·
4 sec
Toward US 151 South: Sun Prairie
11
Merge onto US 151
136 ft
·
1 sec
·
US 151
12
Take the exit
329 ft
·
17 sec
Toward US 151 North: Fond du Lac
13
Turn left onto US 151
26 mi
·
31 min
·
US 151
14
Turn right onto CTH V
451 ft
·
13 sec
·
Rienzi Road
15
Turn left onto CTH K
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road K
16
Enter roundabout
212 ft
·
4 sec
17
Continue
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
18
Merge onto WI 23
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Johnson Street
19
Continue on WI 23
27 mi
·
32 min
·
State Highway 23
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn right onto CTH TT
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road TT
21
Turn left onto CTH C
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road C
22
Turn slight right onto Leavens Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Leavens Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
Leavens Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour duration, leaving in the morning allows ample time to reach Sheboygan Falls comfortably. With only one recommended stop and 94% highway, you can easily cover the 202.7 miles without needing to split the drive. The fuel cost is estimated at $36, so plan accordingly. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition off I 90 onto WI 33 and State Highway 23, as services might be less frequent on these state highways.
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 101.3 miles from North La Crosse, WI, or about 1h 50m 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 45 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 101.3 miles or 1h 50m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sheboygan Falls, 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 202.7 miles and 4h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 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
101 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 101.3 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.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Bangor Rest Area 15
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Sparta Rest Area 16
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Mauston Rest Area 10
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.9 mi from route
La Crosse Rest Area 31
1.2 mi from route
Rest Area
1.8 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
2.1 mi from route
Rest Area
2.2 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 104.1 and 144.3 — 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
138.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 44m in
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CTH C / County Road C
Turn left onto CTH C / County Road C
Navigation decision point
4
144.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 52m in
Take the ramp toward US 151 South: Sun Prairie
Navigation decision point
Toward US 151 South: Sun Prairie
5
144.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 52m in
Take the exit toward US 151 North: Fond du Lac
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 151 North: Fond du Lac
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.93 one way
$59.87 round trip
$3.75/gal
25.4 MPG avg
71 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.14 | $33.05 | $66.09 |
| premium | $4.72 | $37.64 | $75.27 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $38.27 | $76.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.8 | 0 | $21.28 | $9.73 |
| Efficient EV | 50.7 | 0 | $17.74 | $8.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 81.1 | 1 | $28.38 | $12.97 |
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Origin
North La Crosse, WI
Late night in North La Crosse on Monday
Local time
5:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Areas Of Smoke
E 5 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 6:49PM CDT until July 19 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Destination
Sheboygan Falls, WI
Late night in Sheboygan Falls on Monday
Local time
5:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Areas Of Smoke
NE 0 to 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 6:49PM CDT until July 19 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
2 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 6m 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 76.9
Caution: Summit Moraine Segment — Timber Harvest Nearby
Park Closure: Sturgeon Bay Segment — Partial Trail Closure
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly highway, with 94% of the 202.7 miles on high-speed roads. You'll experience an 88.9-mile stretch on I 90 before transitioning to surface roads. The latter part of the drive, on WI 33 and State Highway 23, will feel more like rural cruising with fewer exits. Be prepared for this shift from interstate speeds to more local road conditions.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 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 WI 33. You will hit about 15 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 202.7 miles you will encounter 15 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 138.3 miles (CTH C / County Road C): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,023 ft
648 ft
Total Climb
674 ft
Total Descent
613 ft
Highest Point
1,023 ft
~173.7 mi in
Elevation Range
374 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 North La Crosse, WI to Sheboygan Falls, WI, road signs begin pointing toward Baraboo along the way.
Baraboo
104.1 mi in
|
~1h 53m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Starbucks
Cafe
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Lake Delton, WI
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteUptowne Cafe
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
La Crosse, WI
Cuisine: american
Gloria Jean's
Cafe
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Cuisine: coffee_shop
SBG Cafe
Cafe
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Campside Coffee Shop
Cafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1.1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Bean Bodega Coffee & Convenience Shop
Cafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1.3 mi from route
~3 min detour
Subway
Fast_food
Near the start, right off the route
0 mi from route
La Crosse, WI
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: 08:00-21:00
Visit websitePizza Hut
Restaurant
Early in the drive, right off the route
Early stretch
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Mauston, WI
Cuisine: pizza
Visit websiteHardee's
Fast_food
Near the start, right off the route
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
LaCrosse, WI
Cuisine: burger
Visit websiteDenny's
Restaurant
Early in the drive, right off the route
Early stretch
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Mauston, WI
Cuisine: american
Hours: 24/7
Visit websiteJersey Mike's Subs
Fast_food
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Baraboo, WI
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: Mo-Su 10:00-21:00
Visit websiteRosati's
Fast_food
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Wisconsin Dells, WI
Cuisine: pizza
Hours: Su 11:00-21:00; Mo-Th 15:00-22:00; Fr-Sa...
Visit websiteLa Crosse Loggers
Park
Near the start, right off the route
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Visit website
Cliffwood Campground
Camp_site
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Sandstone Ridge Campground
Camp_site
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Bluewater Bay Campground
Camp_site
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Lions Park
Park
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
1.1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Horse Drawn Wagon Rides
Attraction
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1.2 mi from route
~3 min detour
Downtown Historic District
District
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.6 mi from route
~1 min detour
Cole Historic District
District
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.6 mi from route
~2 min detour
Red Cloud Park
Memorial
Near the start, short detour
1.2 mi from route
~3 min detour
Fox Lake Depot Museum
Museum
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
2.2 mi from route
~6 min detour
WI
Visit websiteEagle Landmark
Artwork
Near the start, short detour
2.2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Kohler Company Museum
Museum
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Super 8
Motel
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
La Crosse, WI
Visit websiteCountry Inn & Suites
Hotel
Near the start, right off the route
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
La Crosse, WI
Visit websiteCountry Inn & Suites
Hotel
Near the start, right off the route
First break
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Sparta, WI
Visit websiteWillow's Motel
Motel
Early in the drive, right off the route
Early stretch
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Cliffwood Campground
Camp_site
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Sandstone Ridge Campground
Camp_site
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
About the Cities
Starting in North La Crosse, WI
Full guide →Founded 1842
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
Arriving in Sheboygan Falls, WI
Full guide →Founded 1835
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 6m. Total distance: 202.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). 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.
Yes — we found about 15 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 138.3 miles (CTH C / County Road C): 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 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Sheboygan Falls, 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, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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