La Crosse to Omaha: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is La Crosse from Omaha?

The distance from La Crosse to Omaha is 296.7 miles (477.5 km) as the crow flies. Omaha is located SW of La Crosse. By car, the driving distance is approximately 407.2 miles, taking about 7h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — La Crosse in Wisconsin and Omaha in Nebraska.

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 La Crosse and Omaha. 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.