Cities Near Eau Claire
Cities near Eau Claire, Wisconsin: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including North La Crosse, Woodbury, Rochester. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Eau Claire, Wisconsin is North La Crosse, about 68 mi (109 km) away — roughly 2 hr 2 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North La Crosse | 68 mi / 109 km | 2 hr 2 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Woodbury | 72 mi / 116 km | 1 hr 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Rochester | 73 mi / 117 km | 1 hr 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Eagan | 82 mi / 132 km | 1 hr 54 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Lakeville | 86 mi / 139 km | 2 hr | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Minneapolis | 87 mi / 140 km | 2 hr 2 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Blaine | 88 mi / 142 km | 2 hr 3 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Edina | 91 mi / 146 km | 2 hr 7 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Brooklyn Park | 93 mi / 150 km | 2 hr 10 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Plymouth | 97 mi / 156 km | 2 hr 15 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Eau Claire
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: North La Crosse, Woodbury, Rochester, Eagan, Lakeville. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Eau Claire include North La Crosse, Woodbury, Rochester, Eagan, Lakeville. The closest is North La Crosse, about 68 miles (109 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.