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

The cheapest way to get from Evanston to La Crosse is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 4h 56m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Evanston and La Crosse?

No, there is no direct bus from Evanston station to La Crosse. However, there are services departing from Dodge Station and arriving at La Crosse via Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility and Madison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Evanston and La Crosse?

No, there is no direct train from Evanston station to La Crosse station. However, there are services departing from Glenview Amtrak Station and arriving at La Crosse Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Evanston to La Crosse?

The distance between Evanston and La Crosse is 277 miles. The road distance is 268.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Evanston to La Crosse without a car is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs $70 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Evanston to La Crosse, including transfers.

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

Evanston to La Crosse bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility station.

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

Evanston to La Crosse train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Glenview Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Evanston to La Crosse?

The best way to get from Evanston to La Crosse is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs $70 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $110 and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Evanston to La Crosse bus arrive?

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

Where does the Evanston to La Crosse train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Evanston to La Crosse?

Yes, the driving distance between Evanston to La Crosse is 269 miles. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Evanston to La Crosse.

Where can I stay near La Crosse?

There are 47+ hotels available in La Crosse.

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There are 4 ways to get from Evanston to La Crosse by train (Amtrak), bus, car, subway, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Glenview Amtrak Station to La Crosse Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Builder / ...
6h 14m
$72–193
Drive 267 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Evanston to La Crossecar 267 mi
4h 56m
$49–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus Van Galder
2. Take the bus from Madison to La Crossebus Jefferson Lines 966
7h 44m
$60–108
Subway, fly
1. Take the subway from Dempster to Clark/Lakesubway
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to La Crosse (LSE)plane ORD - LSE
3h 55m
$58–293

Evanston to La Crosse by bus and train (Amtrak)

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6h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 275.3 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Glenview Amtrak Station to La Crosse Amtrak Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $70–190 and the journey takes 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dodge Station to La Crosse via Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility, 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus, and Madison in around 7h 44m.

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