Cedar Falls to La Crosse: Road Trip Guide & Distance

106.9 miles 172.1 km · straight line
133.7 miles estimated 215.1 km · driving distance
2h 41min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
34° NE bearing direction

How far is Cedar Falls from La Crosse?

The distance from Cedar Falls to La Crosse is 106.9 miles (172.1 km) as the crow flies. La Crosse is located NE of Cedar Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 133.7 miles, taking about 2h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Falls in Iowa and La Crosse in Wisconsin.

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. 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 Cedar Falls and 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 Cedar Falls to La Crosse

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 41min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 13min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 33min $16–$47* Comfort

Quick Facts

Cedar Falls
42.53°N, 92.45°W
America/Chicago
268m elevation
La Crosse
43.80°N, 91.24°W
America/Chicago
204m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 232.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients