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

148.4 miles 238.8 km · straight line
185.5 miles estimated 298.5 km · driving distance
3h 44min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
314° NW bearing direction

How far is La Crosse from Ramsey, Minnesota?

The distance from La Crosse to Ramsey, Minnesota is 148.4 miles (238.8 km) as the crow flies. Ramsey, Minnesota is located NW of La Crosse. By car, the driving distance is approximately 185.5 miles, taking about 3h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — La Crosse in Wisconsin and Ramsey, Minnesota in Minnesota.

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. 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. 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 La Crosse and Ramsey, Minnesota. 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 La Crosse to Ramsey, Minnesota

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 44min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 29min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 33min $22–$65* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between La Crosse & Ramsey, Minnesota

Quick Facts

La Crosse
43.80°N, 91.24°W
America/Chicago
204m elevation
Ramsey, Minnesota
45.26°N, 93.45°W
America/Chicago
267m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 49 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 167.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients