What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to La Crosse?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to La Crosse is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 4h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to La Crosse?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to La Crosse is to fly which takes 3h 22m and costs $55 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and La Crosse?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago to La Crosse. However, there are services departing from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St and arriving at La Crosse via Madison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and La Crosse?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at La Crosse Amtrak Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Chicago to La Crosse?

The distance between Chicago and La Crosse is 282 miles. The road distance is 283.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to La Crosse without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs $75 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to La Crosse?

The train from Chicago Union Station to La Crosse Amtrak Station takes 4h 59m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Chicago to La Crosse bus from?

Chicago to La Crosse bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to La Crosse train from?

Chicago to La Crosse train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to La Crosse?

The best way to get from Chicago to La Crosse is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs $75 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $110 and takes 7h, you could also fly, which costs $55 - $300 and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Chicago to La Crosse bus arrive?

Chicago to La Crosse bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus station.

Where does the Chicago to La Crosse train arrive?

Chicago to La Crosse train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at La Crosse Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to La Crosse?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to La Crosse is 284 miles. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Chicago to La Crosse.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to La Crosse?

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

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Where can I stay near La Crosse?

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There are 5 ways to get from Chicago to La Crosse by train (Amtrak), bus, car, plane, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to La Crosse Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Builder / ...
4h 59m
$75–170
Drive 282 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to La Crossecar 282 mi
4h 41m
$52–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus Van Galder
2. Take the bus from Madison to La Crossebus Jefferson Lines 966
7h
$61–109
Fly
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to La Crosse (LSE)plane ORD - LSE
3h 22m
$56–298
Bus via Chicago Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Madisonbus FlixBus 2548 / ...
2. Take the bus from Madison to La Crossebus Jefferson Lines 966
7h 5m
$59–101

Chicago to La Crosse by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 279.9 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, 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 $75–170 and the journey takes 4h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to La Crosse via 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus and Madison in around 7h.

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