Detroit to La Crosse: Road Trip Guide & Distance

425.7 miles 685.1 km · straight line
563.7 miles actual route 907.2 km · driving distance
10h 37min estimated drive time
$54 - $67 estimated fuel cost
~1h 21min flight time
287° WNW bearing direction

How far is Detroit from La Crosse?

The distance from Detroit to La Crosse is 425.7 miles (685.1 km) as the crow flies. La Crosse is located WNW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 563.7 miles, taking about 10h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and 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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Detroit and La Crosse. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Detroit to La Crosse

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 37min $54 - $67 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 21min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 44min $45–$85* Budget
Train ~10h 5min $68–$197* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Detroit & La Crosse

Quick Facts

Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m 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 142 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 58.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM