Northfield to Onalaska: Road Trip Guide & Distance

103.4 miles 166.4 km · straight line
129.2 miles estimated 208 km · driving distance
2h 36min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
112° ESE bearing direction

How far is Northfield from Onalaska?

The distance from Northfield to Onalaska is 103.4 miles (166.4 km) as the crow flies. Onalaska is located ESE of Northfield. By car, the driving distance is approximately 129.2 miles, taking about 2h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Northfield in Minnesota and Onalaska 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 Northfield and Onalaska. 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 Northfield to Onalaska

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 36min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 7min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 28min $16–$45* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Northfield & Onalaska

Quick Facts

Northfield
44.46°N, 93.16°W
America/Chicago
278m elevation
Onalaska
43.88°N, 91.24°W
America/Chicago
216m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 34 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 240.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients