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Illinois to La Crosse trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Illinois and La Crosse takes 5h and the fastest train takes 4h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Illinois to La Crosse. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h
Duration
280 mi
Distance
$180
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Illinois to La Crosse train times

Trains run twice daily between Illinois and La Crosse. The earliest departure is at 11:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Illinois is at 3:05 PM which arrives into La Crosse at 8:04 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 4h 59m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 5h 1m • Direct
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    train train 4h 59m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 5h 1m • Direct
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    train train 4h 59m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 5h 1m • Direct
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    train train 4h 59m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 5h 1m • Direct
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    train train 4h 59m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 5h 1m • Direct
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    train train 4h 59m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 5h 1m • Direct
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    train train 4h 59m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Illinois to La Crosse? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Illinois to La Crosse.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 279.9 mi
  • Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Illinois, USA and La Crosse, WI, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to La Crosse Amtrak Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $150–240 and the journey takes 4h 59m.

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