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

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

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

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from La Crosse to Cedar Rapids. However, there are services departing from La Crosse and arriving at GTC Bay 9 via Rochester, Albert Lea, Des Moines and Court St Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 39m.

How far is it from La Crosse to Cedar Rapids?

The distance between La Crosse and Cedar Rapids is 157 miles. The road distance is 151.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from La Crosse to Cedar Rapids without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 27m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from La Crosse to Cedar Rapids, including transfers.

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

La Crosse to Cedar Rapids bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from La Crosse station.

Bus or fly from La Crosse to Cedar Rapids?

The best way to get from La Crosse to Cedar Rapids is to fly which takes 5h 52m and costs $75 - $350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 39m.

Where does the La Crosse to Cedar Rapids bus arrive?

La Crosse to Cedar Rapids bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Rochester, MN station.

Can I drive from La Crosse to Cedar Rapids?

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

Where can I stay near Cedar Rapids?

There are 51+ hotels available in Cedar Rapids.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from La Crosse (LSE) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane LSE - CID
5h 52m
$75–343
Drive 150.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from La Crosse to Cedar Rapidscar 150.8 mi
3h 13m
$28–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from La Crosse Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Iowa Citybus
3. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
12h 27m
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Crosse to Rochester, MNbus
2. Take the bus from Rochester to Albert Leabus
3. Take the bus from Albert Lea to Des Moinesbus
4. Take the bus from Des Moines to Iowa Citybus
5. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
12h 39m
Bus via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from La Crosse to Rochester, MNbus
2. Take the bus from Rochester to Albert Leabus
3. Take the bus from Albert Lea to Des Moinesbus
4. Take the bus from Des Moines to Iowa Citybus
5. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
12h 54m
Bus via Chicago
1. Take the bus from La Crosse to UW-Madisonbus
2. Take the bus from Madison to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago to Iowa Citybus
4. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
15h 39m

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

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6h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 156 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

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

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from La Crosse (LSE) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Crosse to GTC Bay 9 via Rochester, Albert Lea, Des Moines, and Court St Transportation Center in around 12h 39m.

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