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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | La Crosse, WI | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | La Crosse, WI | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to La Crosse
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach La Crosse. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 12 minutes and with fares starting at just R 4 121, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus | Average priceR 9 239 - R 9 239 | Average duration2d 8h | 36kg CO₂e | |
| Average priceR 4 121 - R 21 904 | Average duration1d 10h | 133kg CO₂e |
Train Companies
Based on 5652 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 4 121
Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to La Crosse, WI by train
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 train ticket from New York City to La Crosse?
The cheapest train tickets from New York City to La Crosse start from R 4 121. The average price for this train route is around R 7 582. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from New York City to La Crosse?
The average train journey time from New York City to La Crosse is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 1457 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the New York City to La Crosse route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from New York City to La Crosse?
The earliest train from New York City to La Crosse departs at 06:40. And the latest train departs at 15:40.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from New York City to La Crosse, WI was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 7 305To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from New York City to La Crosse, WI as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 7 305 to R 26 596 for a train ticket from New York City to La Crosse, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 7 305, which is on 2025-12-18.
What's the cheapest way to go from New York City to La Crosse, WI?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between New York City 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 R 7 582 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 4 121. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to La Crosse, WI, choose the train, as it will take you from New York City to La Crosse, WI in about 1d 10h – that's the fastest way to get there!
