What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa State University to Madison?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa State University to Madison is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa State University to Madison?

The fastest way to get from Iowa State University to Madison is to drive which takes 4h 54m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa State University and Madison?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa State University to Madison. However, there are services departing from Ames and arriving at Madison via Saint Paul Union Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 57m.

How far is it from Iowa State University to Madison?

The distance between Iowa State University and Madison is 486 miles. The road distance is 267.7 miles.

How do I travel from Iowa State University to Madison without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa State University to Madison without a car is to bus which takes 9h 57m and costs $120 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Iowa State University to Madison?

It takes approximately 9h 57m to get from Iowa State University to Madison, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa State University to Madison bus from?

Iowa State University to Madison bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Ames station.

Where does the Iowa State University to Madison bus arrive?

Iowa State University to Madison bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at St. Paul station.

Can I drive from Iowa State University to Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa State University to Madison is 268 miles. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Iowa State University to Madison.

Where can I stay near Madison?

There are 140+ hotels available in Madison.

Iowa State University to Madison - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 6 ways to get from Iowa State University to Madison by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, shuttle, plane, bus, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. Paulbus Jefferson Lines 802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Madisonbus FlixBus 2548
9h 57m
$123–175
Drive 266.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa State University to Madisoncar 266.1 mi
4h 54m
$49–71
Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane DSM - MSN
6h 2m
$164–682
Bus via Bloomington
1. Take the bus from Ames to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomington to Madison, WI-Lake St.bus Minneapolis
12h 8m
$117–166
Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DSM - ORD
3. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
7h 32m
$141–545
Taxi to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus
1. Take the taxi from Iowa State University to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)taxi
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane FOD - ORD
3. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
6h 58m
$202–524

Iowa State University to Madison by foot and bus

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Distance: 483.7 mi
Duration: 9h 57m

What companies run services between Iowa State University, IA, USA and Madison, WI, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Iowa State University to Madison via Ames and Saint Paul Union Depot in around 9h 57m.

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How to get fromIowa State University to Madisonby bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, shuttle, plane, bus, or taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Iowa State University to Madison by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, shuttle, plane, bus, or taxi

Bus

Drive 266.1 mi

Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field

Bus via Bloomington

Shuttle to Des Moines, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus

Taxi to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus