North La Crosse to Prior Lake: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is North La Crosse from Prior Lake?

The distance from North La Crosse to Prior Lake is 123.1 miles (198.1 km) as the crow flies. Prior Lake is located WNW of North La Crosse. By car, the driving distance is approximately 153.9 miles, taking about 3h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — North La Crosse in Wisconsin and Prior Lake 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 Prior Lake. 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.