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

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo to La Crosse is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waterloo to La Crosse is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs $24 - $35.

How far is it from Waterloo to La Crosse?

The distance between Waterloo and La Crosse is 428 miles. The road distance is 133.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waterloo to La Crosse without a car is to bus and shuttle which takes 12h 1m and costs $100 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 12h 1m to get from Waterloo to La Crosse, including transfers.

Can I drive from Waterloo to La Crosse?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo to La Crosse is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Waterloo to La Crosse.

Where can I stay near La Crosse?

There are 45+ hotels available in La Crosse.

Waterloo to La Crosse - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, shuttle, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Waterloo to La Crosse by bus, shuttle, car, or train

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Bus, shuttle
best
1. Take the bus from Waterloo to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Owatonnabus
3. Take a shuttle bus from Owatonna, MN to Rochester Sinclairshuttle
4. Take the bus from Rochester, MN to La Crossebus
12h 1m
$103–185
Drive 132.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waterloo to La Crossecar 132.5 mi
2h 49m
$25–35
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Waterloo to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0154S
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to La Crosse Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Builder / ...
13h 8m
$142–288

Waterloo to La Crosse by bus, foot, and train

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13h 8mAverage Duration

$142Cheapest Price

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Distance: 425.1 mi
Duration: 12h 1m

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

There is no direct connection from Waterloo to La Crosse. However, you can take the bus to Des Moines, take the bus to Owatonna, walk to Owatonna, MN, take the shuttle to Rochester Sinclair, walk to Rochester, MN, then take the bus to La Crosse. Alternatively, you can drive from Waterloo to La Crosse in around 2h 49m.

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