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

The cheapest way to get from Dayton to Madison is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 7h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dayton to Madison is to fly which takes 6h 2m and costs $150 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Dayton and Madison?

No, there is no direct bus from Dayton to Madison. However, there are services departing from Wright Stop Plaza - N.B. and arriving at 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus via Dayton Trotwood Bus Station and W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.

How far is it from Dayton to Madison?

The distance between Dayton and Madison is 375 miles. The road distance is 437.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dayton to Madison without a car is to bus which takes 12h 10m and costs $50 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Dayton to Madison, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dayton to Madison bus from?

Dayton to Madison bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Dayton to Madison?

The best way to get from Dayton to Madison is to fly which takes 6h 2m and costs $150 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $140 and takes 12h 10m.

Where does the Dayton to Madison bus arrive?

Dayton to Madison bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Dayton and Madison?

Madison is 1h behind Dayton. It is currently 9:10 AM in Dayton and 8:10 AM in Madison.

Can I drive from Dayton to Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between Dayton to Madison is 437 miles. It takes approximately 7h 24m to drive from Dayton to Madison.

Where can I stay near Madison?

There are 116+ hotels available in Madison.

Dayton to Madison - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Dayton to Madison by plane, bus (Flixbus), bus, train, or car

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

Fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field
best
1. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)DAY - MSN
6h 2m
$154–1,004
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus 2511
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW CampusVan Galder
12h 10m
$51–137
Bus, train via Riverview @ Dayton Art Institute
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Station
2. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
4. Take the bus from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak to Madison, WI-Lake St.
14h 18m
$96–427
Drive 434.8 mi
1. Drive from Dayton to Madison434.8 mi
7h 24m
$80–115
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)DAY - ORD
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus
7h 13m
$137–517
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Indianapolis
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
4. Take the bus from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak to Madison, WI-Lake St.
13h 10m
$80–267
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Gary, IN
2. Take the train from Gary to Van Buren St.Ssl
3. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus
13h 43m
$58–129

Dayton to Madison by bus and foot

19Weekly Services

12h 10mAverage Duration

$51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 372.3 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

What companies run services between Dayton, OH, USA and Madison, WI, USA?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Dayton (DAY) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wright Stop Plaza - N.B. to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus via Northwest Hub, Dayton Trotwood Bus Station, Chicago Bus Station, and W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St in around 12h 10m.

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