Origin
North La Crosse, WI
Night in North La Crosse on Saturday
Local time
9:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North La Crosse, WI to Trimbelle, WI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 18m
Distance
105.9 mi
170 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 9m
★
6 AM
2h 19m
8 AM
2h 38m
10 AM
2h 25m
12 PM
2h 23m
3 PM
2h 26m
5 PM
2h 37m
8 PM
2h 13m
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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Trimbelle, WI
Christian Wasserfallen
Trip Overview
North La Crosse, WI to Trimbelle, WI is 105.9 miles and takes about 2h 18m via Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veterans Highway/Voyageur Highway, US 14, and Route 61/Route 63, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This Midwest journey stays within Wisconsin, offering a straightforward drive. With minimal stops and a highway-focused profile, it's a practical choice for a quick trip. Expect a mostly efficient travel experience, ideal for those prioritizing reaching their destination without extensive detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53 miles from North La Crosse, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veterans Highway/Voyageur Highway | 28.2 mi | 33m |
| US 14 | 24.6 mi | 30m |
| Route 61/Route 63 | 14.8 mi | 19m |
| Route 63 | 12.1 mi | 18m |
| Route 61 | 9.5 mi | 13m |
| I 90 | 8.4 mi | 9m |
| US Highway 10 | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| South Lakeshore Drive | 2.8 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veterans Highway/Voyageur Highway
— 28.2 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North La Crosse, WI and Trimbelle, WI.
1
Start on US 53; CTH B
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Rose Street
2
Turn left onto I 90
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
I 90
3
Keep slight right at fork onto US 14; US 61
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 14; US 61
Toward US 14, US 61: Winona
4
Continue on US 14; US 61
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 14; US 61
5
Continue on US 14; US 61
13 mi
·
15 min
·
US 14; US 61
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 14; US 61
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 14; US 61
Use the straight lane.
7
Enter roundabout onto US 14; US 61
143 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 14;US 61
8
Continue on US 14; US 61
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
US 14;US 61
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 14; US 61
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
US 14; US 61
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veterans Highway/Voyageur Highway
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veterans Highway/Voyageur Highway
11
Continue on US 61
28 mi
·
33 min
·
Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veterans Highway/Voyageur Highway
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 61
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
2nd Street
13
Continue on US 61
9.5 mi
·
13 min
·
Route 61
14
Continue on US 61
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
South Lakeshore Drive
15
Continue on US 61; US 63
15 mi
·
19 min
·
Route 61/Route 63
16
Turn left onto US 63
12 mi
·
18 min
·
Route 63
Use the left lane.
17
At end of road, turn left onto US 10
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
US Highway 10
18
Arrive at destination
US 10; CTH O
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 18m duration and 105.9-mile length, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Leaving in the morning will give you ample time to reach Trimbelle and still have the afternoon free. With only $17 estimated for fuel, keep an eye on your gauge, but you likely won't need to stress about finding a gas station. Plan for a quick stop around the halfway point, perhaps after the longest 28.2-mile stretch, to stretch your legs before the final leg of your journey.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 53 miles from North La Crosse, WI, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.2 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 23 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53 miles or 1h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Trimbelle, 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 105.9 miles and 2h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from North La Crosse, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veterans Highway/Voyageur Highway for about 28.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 90.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 90
Turn left onto I 90
Navigation decision point
6
10 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
US 14; US 61
Keep slight right at fork onto US 14; US 61 toward US 14, US 61: Winona
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 14, US 61: Winona
5
26.6 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
US 14; US 61 / US 14;US 61
Enter roundabout onto US 14; US 61 / US 14;US 61
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
26.6 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
US 14; US 61 / US 14;US 61
Slight right onto US 14; US 61 / US 14;US 61
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
90.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
|
US 63 / Route 63
Turn left onto US 63 / Route 63
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.56 one way
$33.11 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.18 | $36.36 |
| premium | $4.89 | $20.38 | $40.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.38 | $46.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.8 | 0 | $11.12 | $5.08 |
| Efficient EV | 26.5 | 0 | $9.27 | $4.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.4 | 0 | $14.83 | $6.78 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Trimbelle, WI
Night in Trimbelle on Saturday
Local time
9:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Alma, WI
53 mi in
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
14 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
2h 18m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is primarily highway-focused, with 69% of the drive on major roads. You'll experience stretches of efficient travel on the Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veterans Highway/Voyageur Highway, including one segment that lasts 28.2 miles without interruption. While mainly highway, the inclusion of US 14 and Route 61/Route 63 suggests a mix that balances speed with more direct, though still significant, road coverage. The overall feel is one of consistent movement, designed for getting you to Trimbelle efficiently.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.2 mi on Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veterans Highway/Voyageur Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veterans Highway/Voyageur Highway and US 14. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near I 90.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 18m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (I 90): Navigation decision point; at 10 miles (US 14; US 61): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.6 miles (US 14; US 61 / US 14;US 61): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 18m. Total distance: 105.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.2 miles on Hiawatha Pioneer Trail/Disabled American Veterans Highway/Voyageur Highway. 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 1.6 miles (I 90): Navigation decision point; at 10 miles (US 14; US 61): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.6 miles (US 14; US 61 / US 14;US 61): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Trimbelle, WI before heading back.
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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