Austin, Minnesota to North La Crosse: Road Trip Guide & Distance

87.1 miles 140.1 km · straight line
108.8 miles estimated 175.1 km · driving distance
2h 11min estimated drive time
$10 - $13 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
81° E bearing direction

How far is Austin, Minnesota from North La Crosse?

The distance from Austin, Minnesota to North La Crosse is 87.1 miles (140.1 km) as the crow flies. North La Crosse is located E of Austin, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 108.8 miles, taking about 2h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States — Austin, Minnesota in Minnesota and North La Crosse in Wisconsin.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Austin, Minnesota and North La Crosse. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Austin, Minnesota to North La Crosse

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 11min $10 - $13 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 37min $9–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 4min $13–$38* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Austin, Minnesota & North La Crosse

Quick Facts

Austin, Minnesota
43.67°N, 92.97°W
America/Chicago
367m elevation
North La Crosse
43.85°N, 91.25°W
America/Chicago
197m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 29 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 286 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients