Rome2Rio

How to get fromLa Crosse to Wenatcheeby train, plane, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

Find Transport to Wenatchee

See all options

There are 7 ways to get from La Crosse to Wenatchee by train, plane, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Train to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly to Wenatchee

    best
    1. Take the train from La Crosse Amtrak Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain train
    2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Wenatchee (EAT)plane plane MSP - EAT
    11h 49m
    $183–662

  2. Bus

    1. Take the bus from La Crosse to Minneapolisbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Billingsbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Billings to Spokanebus bus
    4. Take the bus from Spokane to Wenatcheebus bus
    35h 35m
    $381–583

  3. Train (Amtrak)

    1. Take the train from La Crosse Amtrak Station to Wenatchee Amtraktrain train Empire Builder
    36h 31m
    $950–1,500

  4. Drive  1,658.1 mi

    1. Drive from La Crosse to Wenatcheecar car 1,658.1 mi
    25h 46m
    $303–438

  5. Train to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, train

    1. Take the train from La Crosse Amtrak Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain train
    2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)plane plane MSP - SEA
    3. Take the train from Seattle to Wenatchee Amtraktrain train
    13h 52m
    $336–745

  6. Train to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly to Spokane International Airport, train

    1. Take the train from La Crosse Amtrak Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain train
    2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Spokane International Airport (GEG)plane plane MSP - GEG
    3. Take the train from Spokane to Wenatchee Amtraktrain train
    12h 57m
    $267–757

  7. Bus to Rochester, fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, train

    1. Take the bus from La Crosse to Rochesterbus bus
    2. Fly from Rochester (RST) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)plane plane RST - SEA
    3. Take the train from Seattle to Wenatchee Amtraktrain train
    16h 9m
    $222–762

La Crosse to Wenatchee by bus

Calendar7Weekly Buses
Duration35h 35mAverage Duration
Ticket$381Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from La Crosse to Wenatchee.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 1,442.6 mi
  • Duration: 11h 49m

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

You can take a bus from La Crosse to Wenatchee via Minneapolis, Billings, and Spokane in around 35h 35m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from La Crosse Amtrak Station to Wenatchee Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $950–1,500 and the journey takes 36h 31m.

Airlines
Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides

Booking & Getting There