Mason City to North La Crosse: Road Trip Guide & Distance

108.9 miles 175.3 km · straight line
136.1 miles estimated 219.1 km · driving distance
2h 44min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
63° ENE bearing direction

How far is Mason City from North La Crosse?

The distance from Mason City to North La Crosse is 108.9 miles (175.3 km) as the crow flies. North La Crosse is located ENE of Mason City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 136.1 miles, taking about 2h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Mason City in Iowa 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 Mason City 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 Mason City to North La Crosse

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 44min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 17min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 36min $16–$48* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mason City & North La Crosse

Quick Facts

Mason City
43.15°N, 93.20°W
America/Chicago
344m 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 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 228.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients