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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Chicago to La Crosse

Composite routes from Chicago to La Crosse

Cheapest
14 h 30 min
Car
1362 km.
from $74
Fastest
2 h 1 min
Plane

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to La
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$250.00–$1,032.61

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to La
Ave. Duration:
4h 53m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.52–$119.57

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Madison
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.22–$65.22

Jefferson Lines

Phone:
+1-858-800-8898
Email:
info@jeffersonlines.com
Website:
jeffersonlines.com/
Bus from Madison to La
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$76.09

Vangalder Bus

Phone:
+1 608-752-5407
Email:
vangalder@coachusa.com
Website:
coachusa.com/van-galder-bus-company
Bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$19.57–$39.13

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to La Crosse is to train which costs $31.52 - $119.57 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to La Crosse is to fly which takes 3h 11m and costs $271.74 - $1086.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and La Crosse?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago to La Crosse. However, there are services departing from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St and arriving at La Crosse via Madison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and La Crosse?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at La Crosse. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Chicago to La Crosse?

The distance between Chicago and La Crosse is 450 km. The road distance is 454.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to La Crosse without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $31.52 - $119.57 .

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

The train from Chicago Union Station to La Crosse takes 4h 53m including transfers and departs three times a day.

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

Chicago to La Crosse bus services, operated by Vangalder Bus, depart from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to La Crosse?

The best way to get from Chicago to La Crosse is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $31.52 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $119.57 and takes 6h 55m, you could also fly, which costs $271.74 - $1086.96 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Chicago to La Crosse bus arrive?

Chicago to La Crosse bus services, operated by Vangalder Bus, arrive at 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus station.

Where does the Chicago to La Crosse train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to La Crosse?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to La Crosse is 454 km. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Chicago to La Crosse.

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

Book your Chicago to La Crosse train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near La Crosse?

There are 45+ hotels available in La Crosse. Prices start at $40.47 per night.
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