Beaver Dam to Onalaska: Road Trip Guide & Distance

123.4 miles 198.6 km · straight line
154.3 miles estimated 248.3 km · driving distance
3h 6min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
285° WNW bearing direction

How far is Beaver Dam from Onalaska?

The distance from Beaver Dam to Onalaska is 123.4 miles (198.6 km) as the crow flies. Onalaska is located WNW of Beaver Dam. By car, the driving distance is approximately 154.3 miles, taking about 3h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Beaver Dam and Onalaska. 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 Beaver Dam to Onalaska

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 6min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 43min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 57min $19–$54* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Beaver Dam & Onalaska

Quick Facts

Beaver Dam
43.46°N, 88.84°W
America/Chicago
268m elevation
Onalaska
43.88°N, 91.24°W
America/Chicago
216m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 41 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 201.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients