Faribault to North La Crosse: Road Trip Guide & Distance

105 miles 169 km · straight line
131.3 miles estimated 211.3 km · driving distance
2h 38min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
106° ESE bearing direction

How far is Faribault from North La Crosse?

The distance from Faribault to North La Crosse is 105 miles (169 km) as the crow flies. North La Crosse is located ESE of Faribault. By car, the driving distance is approximately 131.3 miles, taking about 2h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Faribault in Minnesota and North 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 Faribault 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 Faribault to North La Crosse

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 38min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 10min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 30min $16–$46* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Faribault & North La Crosse

Quick Facts

Faribault
44.30°N, 93.27°W
America/Chicago
303m 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 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 237.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients