Farmington, Minnesota to La Crosse: Road Trip Guide & Distance

110.7 miles 178.1 km · straight line
138.3 miles estimated 222.6 km · driving distance
2h 47min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
121° ESE bearing direction

How far is Farmington, Minnesota from La Crosse?

The distance from Farmington, Minnesota to La Crosse is 110.7 miles (178.1 km) as the crow flies. La Crosse is located ESE of Farmington, Minnesota. By car, the driving distance is approximately 138.3 miles, taking about 2h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Farmington, Minnesota in Minnesota 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 Farmington, Minnesota 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 Farmington, Minnesota to La Crosse

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 47min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 20min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 39min $17–$48* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Farmington, Minnesota & La Crosse

Quick Facts

Farmington, Minnesota
44.64°N, 93.14°W
America/Chicago
275m 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 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 225 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients