Onalaska to River Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

96.3 miles 154.9 km · straight line
120.3 miles estimated 193.6 km · driving distance
2h 25min estimated drive time
$12 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
315° NW bearing direction

How far is Onalaska from River Falls?

The distance from Onalaska to River Falls is 96.3 miles (154.9 km) as the crow flies. River Falls is located NW of Onalaska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 120.3 miles, taking about 2h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States.

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 Onalaska and River Falls. 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 Onalaska to River Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 25min $12 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 54min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 18min $14–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Onalaska & River Falls

Quick Facts

Onalaska
43.88°N, 91.24°W
America/Chicago
216m elevation
River Falls
44.86°N, 92.62°W
America/Chicago
273m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 258.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients