What is the cheapest way to get from La Crosse to Appleton?

The cheapest way to get from La Crosse to Appleton is to bus which costs $34 - $39 and takes 4h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Crosse to Appleton?

The fastest way to get from La Crosse to Appleton is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between La Crosse and Appleton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from La Crosse Grand River Station station and arriving at Appleton Valley Transit. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from La Crosse to Appleton?

The distance between La Crosse and Appleton is 184 miles. The road distance is 169.1 miles.

How do I travel from La Crosse to Appleton without a car?

The best way to get from La Crosse to Appleton without a car is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs $34 - $39.

How long does it take to get from La Crosse to Appleton?

The bus from La Crosse Grand River Station to Appleton Valley Transit takes 4h 20m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the La Crosse to Appleton bus from?

La Crosse to Appleton bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, depart from La Crosse Grand River Station.

Bus or fly from La Crosse to Appleton?

The best way to get from La Crosse to Appleton is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs $34 - $39. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $80 - $360 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the La Crosse to Appleton bus arrive?

La Crosse to Appleton bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, arrive at Appleton Valley Transit station.

Can I drive from La Crosse to Appleton?

Yes, the driving distance between La Crosse to Appleton is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from La Crosse to Appleton.

Where can I stay near Appleton?

There are 76+ hotels available in Appleton.

La Crosse to Appleton - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from La Crosse to Appleton by bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from La Crosse Grand River Station to Appleton Valley Transitbus La Crosse
4h 20m
$34–39
Drive 168.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from La Crosse to Appletoncar 168.1 mi
3h 29m
$31–45
Fly to Appleton International Airport
1. Fly from La Crosse (LSE) to Appleton International Airport (ATW)plane LSE - ATW
3h 42m
$82–354
Fly to Green Bay
1. Fly from La Crosse (LSE) to Green Bay (GRB)plane LSE - GRB
5h 19m
$103–384

La Crosse to Appleton by bus

7Weekly Buses

4h 20mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182.6 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between La Crosse, WI, USA and Appleton, WI, USA?

Lamers Bus Lines operates a bus from La Crosse Grand River Station to Appleton Valley Transit once daily. Tickets cost $34–39 and the journey takes 4h 20m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from La Crosse (LSE) to Appleton International Airport (ATW) 5 times a day.

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