Origin
Redgranite, WI
Late night in Redgranite on Tuesday
Local time
4:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Redgranite, WI to La Crosse, WI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 52m
Distance
124.2 mi
200 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 42m
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6 AM
2h 53m
8 AM
3h 15m
10 AM
3h 1m
12 PM
2h 58m
3 PM
3h 2m
5 PM
3h 14m
8 PM
2h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Redgranite, WI
Engin Akyurt
La Crosse, WI
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Trip Overview
This 124.2-mile drive from Redgranite to La Crosse, Wisconsin, is a manageable one-day adventure, taking approximately 2 hours and 52 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $19, it's an economical option for exploring the Midwest. The route primarily utilizes I-90, making it a highway-focused journey. You'll find this drive to be straightforward and efficient, perfect for a quick trip between these two Wisconsin locations. The relatively short duration means you can easily complete it without needing an overnight stop.
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
62.1 miles from Redgranite, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 38.1 mi | 40m |
| State Highway 21 | 31.3 mi | 44m |
| East Follett Drive | 28.9 mi | 40m |
| East 3rd Street | 10.9 mi | 15m |
| WI 16 | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| I 94 | 2.8 mi | 2m |
| East Division Street | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| Bannerman Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 38.1 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Redgranite, WI and La Crosse, WI.
1
Start on Main Street
102 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto WI 21; CTH E
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Bannerman Avenue
3
Continue on WI 21; CTH EE
7.8 mi
·
11 min
·
State Highway 21
4
Continue on WI 21; WI 73
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
5
Turn left onto East Division Street
0.9 mi
·
3 min
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East Division Street
6
At end of road, turn left onto South Fair Street
17 ft
·
2 sec
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South Fair Street
7
Turn right onto West Division Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Division Street
8
Continue on WI 21
12 mi
·
16 min
·
State Highway 21
9
Continue on WI 21
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
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Wautoma Road
10
Continue on WI 21
29 mi
·
40 min
·
East Follett Drive
11
Continue on WI 21
11 mi
·
15 min
·
East 3rd Street
12
Continue on WI 21; CTH H
11 mi
·
15 min
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State Highway 21
13
Continue on WI 21
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
East McCoy Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on WI 21
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
State Highway 21
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
16
Merge onto I 94
2.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 94
17
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 147
Toward I 90 West: La Crosse, Albert Lea
18
Merge onto I 90
38 mi
·
40 min
·
I 90
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 5
Toward WI 16: La Crosse, Onalaska
20
At end of road, turn left onto WI 16
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
WI 16
21
Continue on Losey Boulevard North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Losey Boulevard North
22
Turn right onto CTH F
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
23
Turn left onto 16th Street South
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
16th Street South
24
Turn right onto Johnson Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Johnson Street
25
At end of road, turn right onto WI 35
326 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Avenue South
26
Arrive at destination
WI 35
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour 52-minute duration, this trip is ideal for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. You'll want to factor in one stop for fuel or a break, as the longest uninterrupted stretch is 38.1 miles on I-90. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition from I-90 to the state highways. The estimated fuel cost is around $19, so planning for this expense is straightforward. A midday departure could offer pleasant driving conditions without peak traffic.
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 62.1 miles from Redgranite, WI, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.1 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 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.1 miles or 1h 33m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near La Crosse, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Redgranite, 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 Redgranite, WI
This is one driving day of about 124.2 miles and 2h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Redgranite, 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 38.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.1 miles from Redgranite, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 10.2 and 124.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
10.2 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
South Fair Street
At end of road, turn left onto South Fair Street
Navigation decision point
6
77.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
Take the exit toward I 90 West: La Crosse, Albert Lea
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 147
Toward I 90 West: La Crosse, Albert Lea
6
116.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 36m in
Take the exit toward WI 16: La Crosse, Onalaska
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 5
Toward WI 16: La Crosse, Onalaska
4
122.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 47m in
|
CTH F / Main Street
Turn right onto CTH F / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
124.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 52m in
|
WI 35 / West Avenue South
At end of road, turn right onto WI 35 / West Avenue South
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.42 one way
$38.83 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.32 | $42.64 |
| premium | $4.89 | $23.90 | $47.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.42 | $54.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.3 | 0 | $13.04 | $5.96 |
| Efficient EV | 31.1 | 0 | $10.87 | $4.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.7 | 0 | $17.39 | $7.95 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (65% 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
La Crosse, WI
Late night in La Crosse on Tuesday
Local time
4:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Mostly Clear
S 3 to 8 mph
1% chance
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
5 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 52m 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...
2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 25.7
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?
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 124.2-mile trip, with 62% of your journey on interstate roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 38.1 miles on I-90, offering consistent speed and minimal interruptions. While primarily interstate, the route also incorporates State Highway 21 and East Follett Drive, providing some variation from the high-speed travel. This mix means you'll experience both efficient highway cruising and slightly more local road conditions as you approach your destination.
62% 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: 38.1 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 21. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 10.2 miles in near South Fair Street.
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 124.2 miles you will encounter 13 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 10.2 miles (South Fair Street): Navigation decision point; at 77.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Redgranite, WI and La Crosse, WI, road signs point toward Albert Lea and Onalaska.
Albert Lea
77.8 mi in
|
~1h 55m
Onalaska
116.7 mi in
|
~2h 36m
About the Cities
Arriving in La Crosse, WI
Full guide →Founded 1842
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
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 2h 52m. Total distance: 124.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38.1 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 10.2 miles (South Fair Street): Navigation decision point; at 77.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 La Crosse, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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