Origin
Slinger, WI
Late night in Slinger on Tuesday
Local time
4:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Slinger, WI to North 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
3h 42m
Distance
175.6 mi
283 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 30m
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6 AM
3h 43m
8 AM
4h 8m
10 AM
3h 51m
12 PM
3h 49m
3 PM
3h 53m
5 PM
4h 7m
8 PM
3h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Slinger, WI
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North La Crosse, WI
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Trip Overview
This 175.6-mile journey from Slinger, Wisconsin, to North La Crosse, Wisconsin, is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 3 hours and 42 minutes on the road, with a fuel cost estimated at $27. The route primarily utilizes I-90 and State Highways 16 and 60, making it a convenient option for a quick trip within the Midwest. Given its manageable duration, this drive is well-suited for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. You'll experience a mostly uninterrupted drive through Wisconsin.
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
87.8 miles from Slinger, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 6m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 102.5 mi | 1h 50m |
| State Highway 16 | 22.7 mi | 31m |
| State Highway 60 | 19.5 mi | 29m |
| Highway 16 & 60 | 13.8 mi | 18m |
| West Cook Street | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| East Sumner Street | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| US Highway 51 & State Highway 16 | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| East James Street | 1.7 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 102.5 mi, about 1h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Slinger, WI and North La Crosse, WI.
1
Start on Kettle Moraine Drive South
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Kettle Moraine Drive South
2
Turn right onto WI 60
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
West Commerce Boulevard
3
Continue on WI 60
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 60
4
Continue on WI 60
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
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East Sumner Street
5
Keep slight right at fork onto WI 60
3.5 mi
·
5 min
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East Sumner Street
6
Continue on WI 60
2.0 mi
·
2 min
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State Highway 60
7
Enter roundabout onto CTH P
20 ft
·
0 sec
·
County Road P
8
Continue on CTH P
390 ft
·
16 sec
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County Road P
9
Turn left
257 ft
·
18 sec
10
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
1 min
11
Turn right onto WI 60
15 mi
·
22 min
·
State Highway 60
12
Continue on WI 16; WI 60
14 mi
·
18 min
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Highway 16 & 60
13
Continue on WI 16; WI 60
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Lowell Street
14
Continue on WI 16; WI 60
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
East James Street
15
Continue on WI 16
23 mi
·
31 min
·
State Highway 16
16
Turn straight onto US 51; WI 16
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US Highway 51 & State Highway 16
17
Continue on US 51; WI 16
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
East Wisconsin Street
18
Turn left onto WI 33
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
West Cook Street
19
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
20
Merge onto I 90; I 94
60 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
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I 90; I 94
21
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
42 mi
·
45 min
·
I 90
Exit 45
Toward I 90 West: Tomah, La Crosse
22
Take the exit onto I 90; US 53
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
I 90; US 53
Exit 3
Toward US 53 South, WI 35: La Crosse, Onalaska
23
Turn left onto US 53; WI 35
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Rose Street
24
Arrive at destination
US 53; CTH B
Trip Plan
For this 1-day trip covering 175.6 miles, consider an early morning departure from Slinger to maximize your daylight and arrive in North La Crosse with ample time. The estimated fuel cost is $27, so plan accordingly. While the total duration is under 4 hours, you might want to take one planned stop to stretch your legs or grab a quick bite. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 102.5-mile stretch on I-90, as services can be spaced out on longer highway segments.
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 87.8 miles from Slinger, WI, or about 2h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.5 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 39 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 87.8 miles or 2h 6m 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 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North La Crosse, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Slinger, 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 Slinger, WI
This is one driving day of about 175.6 miles and 3h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Slinger, 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 102.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
88 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 87.8 miles from Slinger, 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 102.5 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 173.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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WI 60 / West Commerce Boulevard
Turn right onto WI 60 / West Commerce Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
4 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
WI 60 / East Sumner Street
Keep slight right at fork onto WI 60 / East Sumner Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
9.6 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
7
131.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 53m in
|
I 90
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 toward I 90 West: Tomah, La Crosse
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 45
Toward I 90 West: Tomah, La Crosse
6
173.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 38m in
|
I 90; US 53
Take the exit onto I 90; US 53 toward US 53 South, WI 35: La Crosse, Onalaska
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 3
Toward US 53 South, WI 35: La Crosse, Onalaska
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.45 one way
$54.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $30.14 | $60.28 |
| premium | $4.89 | $33.79 | $67.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $38.77 | $77.54 |
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: 61.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52.7 | 0 | $18.44 | $8.43 |
| Efficient EV | 43.9 | 0 | $15.36 | $7.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 70.2 | 0 | $24.58 | $11.24 |
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
21 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
North La Crosse, WI
Late night in North La Crosse on Tuesday
Local time
4:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 42m 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 96.9
Caution: General Advisory — Flooding Possible
Caution: Averill–Kelly Creek Wilderness Segment — Dangerous Ford at New Wood River
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
With 92% of this drive on highways, you'll find yourself on a predominantly fast-paced road. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 102.5 miles on I-90, offering a chance to settle into a rhythm. While largely a highway-focused experience, you will encounter some sections on State Highways 16 and 60. This mix means you'll experience efficient travel for the majority of the trip, with brief diversions onto state routes.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 102.5 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and State Highway 16. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near WI 60 / West Commerce Boulevard.
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 3h 42m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (WI 60 / West Commerce Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (WI 60 / East Sumner Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 9.6 miles: 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.
On the drive from Slinger, WI to North La Crosse, WI, road signs begin pointing toward La Crosse along the way.
La Crosse
131.7 mi in
|
~2h 53m
|
via I 90
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 42m. Total distance: 175.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 102.5 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 0.7 miles (WI 60 / West Commerce Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (WI 60 / East Sumner Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 9.6 miles: 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 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.4 hours — manageable with a long break at North La Crosse, 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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