Train tickets from Chicago to La Crosse, WI

Next train departures

Next departures for Chicago to La Crosse on November 19
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Chicago (Union Station), IL
La Crosse, WICheapest
AmtrakTrain
Chicago (Union Station), IL
La Crosse, WIFastest
AmtrakTrain
Chicago (Union Station), IL
La Crosse, WINo tags
AmtrakTrain
Chicago (Union Station), IL
La Crosse, WINo tags
AmtrakTrain
Chicago (Union Station), IL
La Crosse, WINo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:16 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to La Crosse

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach La Crosse. The journey takes about 5 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
5h 1mAverage Duration
227 milesDistance
33kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$184 - $203Average Duration17h 10m
9kg CO₂e
Average Price$34 - $250Average Duration5h 1m
33kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to La Crosse, WI by train

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11/16
$137
11/17
$95
Today
$39
11/19
$31
11/20
$75
11/21
$95
11/22
$95
11/23
$137
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to La Crosse, WI was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $31

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to La Crosse, WI, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $31 to $611 for a train ticket from Chicago to La Crosse, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-11-19.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to La Crosse, WI?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Chicago and La Crosse, WI is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $65 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $34. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to La Crosse, WI, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to La Crosse, WI in about 5h 1m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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