Origin
North La Crosse, WI
Late night in North La Crosse on Sunday
Local time
5:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North La Crosse, WI to Suamico, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 25m
Distance
210.3 mi
338 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 12m
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6 AM
4h 25m
8 AM
4h 52m
10 AM
4h 35m
12 PM
4h 32m
3 PM
4h 36m
5 PM
4h 51m
8 PM
4h 17m
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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Suamico, WI
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Trip Overview
This 210.3-mile drive from North La Crosse, WI, to Suamico, WI, is designed for a single day, taking an estimated 4 hours and 25 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-41 and I-90, with a brief segment on State Highway 82, it's a highway-focused journey through the Midwest. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $33. With a 94% highway share, this route is efficient for getting you from point A to point B without much fuss. It's a straightforward option if you're looking for a direct path between these two Wisconsin locations.
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
105.1 miles from North La Crosse, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 41 | 59.7 mi | 1h 4m |
| I 90 | 51.9 mi | 55m |
| State Highway 82 | 28.3 mi | 42m |
| State Highway 23 | 16 mi | 23m |
| State Highway 44 | 14.8 mi | 21m |
| US 53 | 14 mi | 15m |
| State Highway 23 & 73 | 9.5 mi | 13m |
| State Highway 23 & 49 | 3.4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 41
— 59.7 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North La Crosse, WI and Suamico, 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
52 mi
·
55 min
·
I 90
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 69
Toward WI 82: Mauston, Oxford
5
Turn left onto State Highway 82
130 ft
·
5 sec
·
State Highway 82
6
Continue on State Highway 82
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
State Highway 82
7
At end of road, turn left onto State Highway 82
29 ft
·
0 sec
·
State Highway 82
8
Continue on WI 82
25 mi
·
36 min
·
State Highway 82
9
Continue on WI 82
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Ormsby Street
10
Continue on WI 82
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 82
11
Continue on State Highway 23
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 23
12
Continue on WI 23
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Underwood Avenue
13
Continue on WI 23; CTH C
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
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West Montello Street
14
Continue on WI 22; WI 23; CTH C
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
East Montello Street
15
Continue on WI 23
9.9 mi
·
14 min
·
State Highway 23
16
Continue on WI 23
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
South 2nd Street
17
Turn right onto WI 73; CTH J
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
18
Turn right onto WI 23; WI 73; CTH D
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Fulton Street
19
Continue on WI 23; WI 73
9.5 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 23 & 73
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on WI 23; WI 49
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 23 & 49
21
Continue on WI 23; WI 49
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West Fond du Lac Street
22
Turn left onto CTH FF
403 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Union Street
23
Turn straight onto West Oshkosh Street
1.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Oshkosh Street
24
Keep slight left at fork onto East Oshkosh Street
263 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Oshkosh Street
25
Continue on WI 44
15 mi
·
21 min
·
State Highway 44
26
Continue on WI 44; WI 91
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Ripon Rd
27
Continue on WI 44; WI 91
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
State Highway 44/91
28
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I-41_North: Appleton
29
Merge onto I 41; US 41
60 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
I 41; US 41
Toward Appleton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 176
Toward CTH B: Suamico
31
Keep slight right at fork
290 ft
·
7 sec
32
Turn right onto CTH B
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Sunset Beach Road
33
Turn right onto CTH J
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
County Road J
34
Continue on CTH J
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Riverside Drive
35
Arrive at destination
CTH J
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour and 25-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize your daylight and avoid potential traffic. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing. The longest stretch without a break is nearly 60 miles, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly. Given the efficiency of this highway-focused route, you can comfortably complete it in one day. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before entering longer stretches on I-41 where services might be spaced out.
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 105.1 miles from North La Crosse, WI, or about 2h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.7 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 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 105.1 miles or 2h 10m 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Suamico, 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 210.3 miles and 4h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 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 41 for about 59.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
105 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 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 105.1 miles from North 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 67.1 and 209 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
67.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward WI 82: Mauston, Oxford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 69
Toward WI 82: Mauston, Oxford
5
67.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
State Highway 82
At end of road, turn left onto State Highway 82
Navigation decision point
6
149.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 17m in
Turn left toward I-41_North: Appleton
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I-41_North: Appleton
6
149.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 18m in
|
I 41; US 41
Merge onto I 41; US 41 toward Appleton
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Appleton
5
209 mi into trip
|
~4h 22m in
Take the exit toward CTH B: Suamico
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 176
Toward CTH B: Suamico
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.88 one way
$65.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
74 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $36.10 | $72.20 |
| premium | $4.89 | $40.47 | $80.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $46.43 | $92.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63.1 | 0 | $22.08 | $10.09 |
| Efficient EV | 52.6 | 0 | $18.40 | $8.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 84.1 | 1 | $29.44 | $13.46 |
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 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
Suamico, WI
Late night in Suamico on Sunday
Local time
5:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
44°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
13 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 25m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 94% of the drive being on interstates or major highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 59.7 miles, which occurs on I-41. This suggests a consistent pace for much of your journey. While the profile is highway-focused, the inclusion of State Highway 82 offers a slight variation in the driving experience. Overall, this drive prioritizes steady progress over varied terrain.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.7 mi on I 41.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 41 and I 90. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 67.1 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 210.3 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 67.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 67.6 miles (State Highway 82): Navigation decision point; at 149.1 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
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 Suamico, WI, road signs point toward Oxford and Appleton.
Oxford
67.1 mi in
|
~1h 13m
Appleton
149.3 mi in
|
~3h 18m
|
via I 41; US 41
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 25m. Total distance: 210.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 25m 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 59.7 miles on I 41. 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 67.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 67.6 miles (State Highway 82): Navigation decision point; at 149.1 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Suamico, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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