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

The cheapest way to get from La Crosse to Milwaukee is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Crosse to Milwaukee is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $50 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between La Crosse and Milwaukee?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from La Crosse and arriving at Milwaukee. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between La Crosse and Milwaukee?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from La Crosse Amtrak Station station and arriving at Milwaukee. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from La Crosse to Milwaukee?

The distance between La Crosse and Milwaukee is 196 miles. The road distance is 210.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from La Crosse to Milwaukee without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $50 - $120.

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

The train from La Crosse Amtrak Station to Milwaukee takes 3h 20m including transfers and departs three times a day.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from La Crosse to Milwaukee?

The best way to get from La Crosse to Milwaukee is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $50 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $75 and takes 3h 50m, you could also fly, which costs $85 - $470 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the La Crosse to Milwaukee bus arrive?

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

Where does the La Crosse to Milwaukee train arrive?

La Crosse to Milwaukee train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Milwaukee station.

Can I drive from La Crosse to Milwaukee?

Yes, the driving distance between La Crosse to Milwaukee is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from La Crosse to Milwaukee.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Milwaukee?

There are 311+ hotels available in Milwaukee.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from La Crosse Amtrak Station to Milwaukeetrain Empire Builder / ...
3h 20m
$50–120
Drive 209.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from La Crosse to Milwaukeecar 209.5 mi
3h 31m
$39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Crosse to Milwaukeebus Jefferson Lines 965
3h 50m
$50–75
Fly to General Mitchell International Airport
1. Fly from La Crosse (LSE) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane LSE - MKE
4h 48m
$86–464
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus
1. Fly from La Crosse (LSE) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LSE - ORD
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Milwaukee Intermodal Stationbus
4h 7m
$62–286

La Crosse to Milwaukee by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 195.2 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

Amtrak operates a train from La Crosse Amtrak Station to Milwaukee 3 times a day. Tickets cost $50–120 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Alternatively, Jefferson Lines operates a bus from La Crosse to Milwaukee once daily. Tickets cost $50–75 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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