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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | 314 Jay St., La Crosse | University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | La Crosse (U of WI) | University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center | Fastest | ||||
 | 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 |
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Get from La Crosse to Madison
The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 448, 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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 448. The average price for this route is around R 482. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from La Crosse to Madison?
The average bus journey time from La Crosse to Madison is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 172 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 15m 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 4 buses available per day, including services from Jefferson Lines, Megabus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from La Crosse to Madison?
The earliest bus departs from La Crosse to Madison at 14:30. And the latest bus departs at 16:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from La Crosse to Madison?
A bus trip from La Crosse to Madison produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 759 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from La Crosse to Madison?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Jefferson Lines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from La Crosse to Madison?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 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 Megabus, 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 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 465To 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 R 465 to R 568 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 R 465, which is on 2025-12-16.
Usually Megabus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
