Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | La Crosse St Andrew St | Madison WI - Univ. of Wisc. Wisconsin Hist. Soc. (MSN) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | La Crosse WI - University of Wisconsin (LSW) | Madison WI - Univ. of Wisc. Wisconsin Hist. Soc. (MSN) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | La Crosse St Andrew St | Madison WI - Univ. of Wisc. Wisconsin Hist. Soc. (MSN) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | La Crosse WI - University of Wisconsin (LSW) | Madison WI - Univ. of Wisc. Wisconsin Hist. Soc. (MSN) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | La Crosse MTU Transit Center | University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center | No tags |
Get from La Crosse to Madison
The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from La Crosse, WI to Madison, WI by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from La Crosse to Madison?
The cheapest bus tickets from La Crosse to Madison start from $37. The average price for this route is around $40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from La Crosse to Madison?
The average bus travel time from La Crosse to Madison is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 170 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 40m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the La Crosse to Madison route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Jefferson Lines, Megabus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from La Crosse to Madison?
The earliest bus departs from La Crosse to Madison at 2:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from La Crosse to Madison?
A bus trip from La Crosse to Madison generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from La Crosse to Madison?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 764 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from La Crosse to Madison?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Megabus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from La Crosse to Madison?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Megabus, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from La Crosse to Madison?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from La Crosse, WI to Madison, WI was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $36To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from La Crosse, WI to Madison, WI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $36 to $98 for a bus ticket from La Crosse, WI to Madison, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2026-01-07.
