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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center | 314 Jay St., La Crosse | Cheapest | |||||
| University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center | La Crosse (U of WI) | Fastest | |||||
 | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | La Crosse, WI | No tags | |||||
| Dutch Mill Park & Ride | La Crosse, WI | No tags | |||||
| Dutch Mill Park & Ride | La Crosse, WI | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 11:16 PM CST.
Get from Madison to La Crosse
The journey takes about 2 hours 50 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 Madison, WI to La Crosse, 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 Madison to La Crosse?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to La Crosse 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 Madison to La Crosse?
The average bus travel time from Madison to La Crosse is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 171 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 5m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Madison to La Crosse route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Jefferson Lines, Megabus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Madison to La Crosse?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to La Crosse at 10:20am. And the latest bus departs at 2:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to La Crosse?
A bus trip from Madison to La Crosse 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 Madison to La Crosse?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to La Crosse?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Madison to La Crosse?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to La Crosse?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Madison, WI to La Crosse, WI was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $35To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madison, WI to La Crosse, WI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $35 to $396 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to La Crosse, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2026-02-01.
Usually Amtrak 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.
