La Crosse travel guide
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You're Going to Love La Crosse
With a population of 51,320, La Crosse is a must-see destination in Wisconsin, United States.
Where to Eat in La Crosse
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Waterfront Restaurant and Tavern (328 Front St South) and The Charmant Restaurant (101 State St) are great picks.
When to visit La Crosse
Looking for warm weather? Then head to La Crosse in July, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -13 °C, with an average temperature of -8 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 109 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in La Crosse, with an average rainfall of 28 mm.
How to Get to La Crosse
Plane
When flying to La Crosse, you’ll arrive at La Crosse (LSE), which is located 9 km from the city centre.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to La Crosse. The train journey from La Crosse to Milwaukee takes 3h 19m and costs around $49 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $51 for a 4h 53m trip. The train station in La Crosse is called La Crosse, and is located 4 km from the city centre.
Bus
You can travel by bus to La Crosse using Amtrak or Megabus. From Minneapolis, the bus ride to La Crosse takes 330 km and will cost you around $187. From Milwaukee, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 459 km. The most popular bus station is La Crosse 314 Jay St, located 1.5 km from the city centre of La Crosse. La Crosse University of Wisconsin is also a commonly used station, and is 1.8 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving La Crosse
Where to stay in La Crosse
Average rates range from around $247 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $434 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott La Crosse Downtown and Gundersen Hotel & Suites.
Where to stay in popular areas of La Crosse
Hiring a car in La Crosse
Expect to pay $1.69 per litre in La Crosse (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.23 and $26.97. The most frequently booked car type in La Crosse is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Nissan Kicks or similar) is, on average, 40% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.