What is the cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to La Crosse?

The cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to La Crosse is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to La Crosse?

The fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to La Crosse is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Cedar Rapids and La Crosse?

No, there is no direct bus from Cedar Rapids to La Crosse. However, there are services departing from GTC Bay 9 and arriving at La Crosse via Iowa City, Des Moines, Albert Lea and Rochester, MN. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 1m.

How far is it from Cedar Rapids to La Crosse?

The distance between Cedar Rapids and La Crosse is 157 miles. The road distance is 151.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cedar Rapids to La Crosse without a car?

The best way to get from Cedar Rapids to La Crosse without a car is to bus and train which takes 12h 58m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cedar Rapids to La Crosse?

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Cedar Rapids to La Crosse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cedar Rapids to La Crosse bus from?

Cedar Rapids to La Crosse bus services, operated by 380Express, depart from GTC Bay 9 station.

Bus or fly from Cedar Rapids to La Crosse?

The best way to get from Cedar Rapids to La Crosse is to fly which takes 6h 55m and costs $130 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 13h 1m.

Where does the Cedar Rapids to La Crosse bus arrive?

Cedar Rapids to La Crosse bus services, operated by 380Express, arrive at Court St Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Cedar Rapids to La Crosse?

Yes, the driving distance between Cedar Rapids to La Crosse is 152 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Cedar Rapids to La Crosse.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cedar Rapids to La Crosse?

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Where can I stay near La Crosse?

There are 45+ hotels available in La Crosse.

Cedar Rapids to La Crosse - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Cedar Rapids to La Crosse by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to La Crosse (LSE)plane CID - LSE
6h 55m
$130–674
Drive 150.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to La Crossecar 150.9 mi
3h 13m
$28–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Napervillebus
3. Take the train from Naperville to Chicago Union Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to La Crosse Amtrak Stationtrain
12h 58m
Bus
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Albert Leabus
4. Take the bus from Albert Lea to Rochesterbus
5. Take the bus from Rochester, MN to La Crossebus
13h 1m
Bus via Chicago
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicagobus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Milwaukee Intermodal Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Milwaukee to La Crossebus
13h 13m
Bus via Chicago #2
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicagobus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Madisonbus
4. Take the bus from Madison to La Crossebus
14h 54m

The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to La Crosse (LSE) flights

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Distance: 156.1 mi
Duration: 6h 55m

What companies run services between Cedar Rapids, IA, USA and La Crosse, WI, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to La Crosse (LSE) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from GTC Bay 9 to La Crosse via Iowa City, Des Moines, Albert Lea, and Rochester, MN in around 13h 1m.

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