Columbia, Missouri to North La Crosse: Road Trip Guide & Distance

342.8 miles 551.7 km · straight line
411.3 miles estimated 662 km · driving distance
8h 17min estimated drive time
$40 - $49 estimated fuel cost
~1h 11min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Columbia, Missouri from North La Crosse?

The distance from Columbia, Missouri to North La Crosse is 342.8 miles (551.7 km) as the crow flies. North La Crosse is located N of Columbia, Missouri. By car, the driving distance is approximately 411.3 miles, taking about 8h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, Missouri in Missouri and North La Crosse in Wisconsin.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Columbia, Missouri 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 Columbia, Missouri to North La Crosse

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 17min $40 - $49 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 56min $33–$62* Budget
Train ~7h 52min $49–$144* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbia, Missouri & North La Crosse

Quick Facts

Columbia, Missouri
38.95°N, 92.33°W
America/Chicago
215m 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 114 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 29 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 72.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients