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

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

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

The fastest way to get from La Crosse to Chicago is to fly which takes 2h 24m and costs $55 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between La Crosse and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from La Crosse to Chicago. However, there are services departing from La Crosse and arriving at W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St via 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

Is there a direct train between La Crosse and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from La Crosse Amtrak Station station and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from La Crosse to Chicago?

The distance between La Crosse and Chicago is 241 miles. The road distance is 283.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from La Crosse to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs $75 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from La Crosse to Chicago, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from La Crosse to Chicago?

The best way to get from La Crosse to Chicago is to fly which takes 2h 24m and costs $55 - $280. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $170 and takes 5h 8m, you could also bus, which costs $60 - $120 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the La Crosse to Chicago bus arrive?

La Crosse to Chicago bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Madison station.

Where does the La Crosse to Chicago train arrive?

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

Can I drive from La Crosse to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between La Crosse to Chicago is 283 miles. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from La Crosse to Chicago.

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

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from La Crosse (LSE) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LSE - ORD
2h 24m
$55–276
Drive 281.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from La Crosse to Chicagocar 281.5 mi
4h 41m
$52–75
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from La Crosse Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Empire Builder / ...
5h 8m
$75–170
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Crosse to Madisonbus Jefferson Lines 965
2. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus Van Galder
6h 57m
$65–113
Bus via Chicago Bus Station
1. Take the bus from La Crosse to Madisonbus Jefferson Lines 965
2. Take the bus from Madison to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2548 / ...
7h 30m
$63–103

La Crosse to Chicago by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 239.3 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

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

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from La Crosse (LSE) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from La Crosse Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $75–170 and the journey takes 5h 8m.

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