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 34m.

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 12m and costs $70 - $470.

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 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m 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 12m and costs $70 - $470. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $120 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 6:24 PM in Dayton and 5:24 PM in Madison.

Can I drive from Dayton to Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between Dayton to Madison is 437 miles. It takes approximately 7h 34m to drive from Dayton to Madison.

Where can I stay near Madison?

There are 145+ hotels available in Madison.

Dayton to Madison - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 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)plane DAY - MSN
6h 12m
$74–464
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus Van Galder
12h 10m
$51–117
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
4. Take the bus from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak to Madison, WI-Lake St.bus
14h 17m
$102–229
Drive 434.8 mi
1. Drive from Dayton to Madisoncar 434.8 mi
7h 34m
$80–115
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DAY - ORD
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
7h 21m
$107–337
Bus via Portland
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Portland, INbus
2. Take the bus from Portland, IN to Chicagobus
3. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
14h
$51–147

Dayton to Madison by bus and foot

17Weekly Services

12h 10mAverage Duration

$51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 372.3 mi
Duration: 6h 12m

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

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta fly from Dayton (DAY) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) hourly. 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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