North La Crosse to Northfield: Road Trip Guide & Distance

103.8 miles 167.1 km · straight line
129.8 miles estimated 208.9 km · driving distance
2h 37min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
295° WNW bearing direction

How far is North La Crosse from Northfield?

The distance from North La Crosse to Northfield is 103.8 miles (167.1 km) as the crow flies. Northfield is located WNW of North La Crosse. By car, the driving distance is approximately 129.8 miles, taking about 2h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — North La Crosse in Wisconsin and Northfield 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 North La Crosse and Northfield. 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 North La Crosse to Northfield

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 37min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 8min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 29min $16–$45* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between North La Crosse & Northfield

Quick Facts

North La Crosse
43.85°N, 91.25°W
America/Chicago
197m elevation
Northfield
44.46°N, 93.16°W
America/Chicago
278m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 239.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients