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La Crosse to St Paul Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from La Crosse to Saint Paul?
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from La Crosse to Saint Paul.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$29.00 | Avg. Price$26.75 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration3h 19m | Duration2h 41m |
Bus from La Crosse to St Paul: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from La Crosse to St Paul. Traveling by bus from La Crosse to St Paul usually takes around 3 hours and 19 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 121 mi (195 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $29.00 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Jefferson Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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Average score for buses from La Crosse to Saint Paul
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
4.5
What bus companies travel from La Crosse to St Paul?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from La Crosse to St Paul. Jefferson Lines connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 3 | 3h 20m | $29.00 |
Book Jefferson Lines from La Crosse to Saint Paul from $29. There are 3 trips per day offered by Jefferson Lines from La Crosse to St Paul and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Saint Paul. In La Crosse, Jefferson Lines departs to Saint Paul from 314 Jay St and one other station. In Saint Paul, Jefferson Lines arrives at Union Depot .
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from La Crosse to Saint Paul takes 3 hours and 20 minutes , while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Saint Paul in 3 hours and 10 minutes .
On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Saint Paul.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from La Crosse to St Paul
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 19 minutes to cover the 121 miles from La Crosse to St Paul. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 10 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in St Paul. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from La Crosse to St Paul, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from La Crosse to St Paul every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from La Crosse to St Paul without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from La Crosse to St Paul; ticket prices start at $18.00.
City Information
La Crosse
A busy college town blessed with lush and beautiful green zones, La Crosse is one of the best places to just chill out and unwind. The city's star attraction is the Grandad Bluff, which offers a panoramic view of the entire city and the Mississippi River. Hiking up the hill will certainly be a challenge, but the view from the top makes it all worthwhile. While staying in the city, don't miss out on the chance to go on a cruise aboard the La Crosse Queen, a replica paddle steamer, and unwind while enjoying the sunset. For some family fun, head over to the Children's Museum of La Crosse.
La Crosse does have a pretty reputable food scene, with a strong focus on beers and cheese curds. For an upscale dining experience with the best local dishes, The Waterfront Restaurant & Tavern is a local favorite that has a stellar reputation. Or head to the Dublin Square Irish Pub & Eatery for a combination of good foods and drinks.
La Crosse is easily accessible by bus or train, and regional flights operate out of the La Crosse Municipal Airport.
St Paul
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Image credit: Unsplash
Saint Paul is the capital of Minnesota, and is one of the Twin Cities, along with its neighbor across the Mississippi River, Minneapolis. As the seat of Minnesota's government, Saint Paul offers historic and cultural attractions which represent both the state and the American Midwest as a whole.
For a comprehensive introduction to the region's history, start your trip at the Minnesota History Center, just down the street from the grounds of the State Capitol building. There are museums in Saint Paul for all types of interests, including the Science Museum of Minnesota and the Schubert Club Musical Instrument Museum. For an extra dash of Saint Paul history, take a stroll down Summit Avenue, a stylish street of drool-worthy Victorian houses and mansions, including the home of F. Scott Fitzgerald.
If you're brave enough to visit Saint Paul during the freezing winters, you'll be rewarded with the Saint Paul Winter Carnival, a yearly event where you can explore ice palaces, watch live ice sculpting, and compete in city-wide scavenger hunts. Saint Paul is also one of the country's best cities for craft beer, so save time to taste some local ales or even brew your own beer at Vine Park Brewing Co.
Saint Paul is a hub for travel in the Midwest thanks in part to Amtrak's Empire Builder train service which stops at Saint Paul Union Depot. Bus service from stations throughout town and nearby Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport make it easy to travel to and from this saintly city.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in La Crosse?
Main departure station: University of WI
La Crosse has two bus stations with service to Saint Paul.
All bus stations in La Crosse:
University of WI
314 Jay St
Where does the bus arrive in St Paul?
Image credit: David Wilson
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Union Depot
Located right on the banks of the Mississippi River in Saint Paul’s Lowertown neighborhood, Union Depot has a remarkable history dating back to 1881. It remains the major transport hub of Saint Paul, as well as the designated station for Amtrak service in the Twin Cities. Besides the long-haul Empire Builder train, the station serves Jefferson Lines and Greyhound intercity buses and connects to local public transit. Within the Union Depot complex, you’ll find a coffee shop, restaurant, bike shop, rental car agency, and can even join a public tour to admire the architecture and learn about the station’s storied past.
All bus stations in St Paul:
Union Depot
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