What is the cheapest way to get from Bismarck to Madison?

The cheapest way to get from Bismarck to Madison is to drive which costs $120 - $190 and takes 11h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bismarck to Madison?

The fastest way to get from Bismarck to Madison is to fly which takes 4h 39m and costs $95 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Bismarck and Madison?

No, there is no direct bus from Bismarck to Madison. However, there are services departing from Bismarck and arriving at Madison, WI-Lake St. via U of MN Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 3m.

How far is it from Bismarck to Madison?

The distance between Bismarck and Madison is 621 miles. The road distance is 697.3 miles.

How do I travel from Bismarck to Madison without a car?

The best way to get from Bismarck to Madison without a car is to bus via Minneapolis which takes 14h 3m and costs $150 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Bismarck to Madison?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Bismarck to Madison, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bismarck to Madison bus from?

Bismarck to Madison bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Bismarck station.

Bus or fly from Bismarck to Madison?

The best way to get from Bismarck to Madison is to fly which takes 4h 39m and costs $95 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus via Minneapolis, which costs $150 - $220 and takes 14h 3m.

Where does the Bismarck to Madison bus arrive?

Bismarck to Madison bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Minneapolis station.

Can I drive from Bismarck to Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between Bismarck to Madison is 697 miles. It takes approximately 11h 4m to drive from Bismarck to Madison.

Where can I stay near Madison?

There are 138+ hotels available in Madison.

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Fly Bismarck Municipal Airport to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field
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1. Fly from Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane BIS - MSN
4h 39m
$97–502
Bus via Minneapolis
1. Take the bus from Bismarck to Minneapolisbus Jefferson 938
2. Take the bus from U of MN Campus to Madison, WI-Lake St.bus Minneapolis
14h 3m
$158–217
Drive 693.3 mi
1. Drive from Bismarck to Madisoncar 693.3 mi
11h 4m
$127–183
Drive to Minot International Airport, fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field
1. Drive from Bismarck to Minot International Airport (MOT)car
2. Fly from Minot International Airport (MOT) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane MOT - MSN
6h 50m
$122–582
Fly Bismarck Municipal Airport to General Mitchell International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane BIS - MKE
2. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to Madison, WI-Lake St.bus
6h 46m
$121–574
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bismarck to Minneapolisbus Jefferson 938
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Depot to UW-Madisonbus Minneapolis / ...
15h 55m
$146–230

Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) flights

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Distance: 617.5 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Bismarck, ND, USA and Madison, WI, USA?

Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bismarck to Madison, WI-Lake St. via Minneapolis, Target Field Station Platform 2, Stadium Village Station, and U of MN Campus in around 14h 3m.

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How to get fromBismarck to Madisonby plane, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

There are 6 ways to get from Bismarck to Madison by plane, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

Fly Bismarck Municipal Airport to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field

Bus via Minneapolis

Drive 693.3 mi

Drive to Minot International Airport, fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field

Fly Bismarck Municipal Airport to General Mitchell International Airport, bus

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