La Crosse to Red Wing: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is La Crosse from Red Wing?

The distance from La Crosse to Red Wing is 83 miles (133.5 km) as the crow flies. Red Wing is located NW of La Crosse. By car, the driving distance is approximately 103.7 miles, taking about 2h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States — La Crosse in Wisconsin and Red Wing in Minnesota.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Red Wing. 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.