What is the cheapest way to get from Madison to Iron River?

The cheapest way to get from Madison to Iron River is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 5h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madison to Iron River?

The fastest way to get from Madison to Iron River is to drive which takes 5h 20m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Madison and Iron River?

No, there is no direct bus from Madison to Iron River. However, there are services departing from Madison and arriving at Iron River, MI via Green Bay, WI and Escanaba, MI. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 40m.

How far is it from Madison to Iron River?

The distance between Madison and Iron River is 244 miles. The road distance is 244.5 miles.

How do I travel from Madison to Iron River without a car?

The best way to get from Madison to Iron River without a car is to bus which takes 11h 40m and costs $65 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Madison to Iron River?

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Madison to Iron River, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madison to Iron River bus from?

Madison to Iron River bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, depart from Madison station.

Where does the Madison to Iron River bus arrive?

Madison to Iron River bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, arrive at Green Bay Transit, WI station.

Can I drive from Madison to Iron River?

Yes, the driving distance between Madison to Iron River is 245 miles. It takes approximately 5h 20m to drive from Madison to Iron River.

Where can I stay near Iron River?

There are 10+ hotels available in Iron River.

Madison to Iron River - 5 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Madison to Iron River by plane, car, or bus

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

Fly Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field to Rhinelander, drive
best
1. Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Rhinelander (RHI)plane MSN - RHI
2. Drive from Rhinelander (RHI) to Iron Rivercar
6h 33m
$73–439
Drive 243.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Madison to Iron Rivercar 243.1 mi
5h 20m
$45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madison to Green Bay Transit, WIbus 106
2. Take the bus from Green Bay, WI to Escanaba, MIbus
3. Take the bus from Escanaba, MI to Iron River, MIbus
11h 40m
$69–175
Fly Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field to Iron Mountain, bus
1. Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Iron Mountain (IMT)plane MSN - IMT
2. Take the bus from Iron Mountain, MI to Iron River, MIbus
9h 4m
$95–485
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Rhinelander, drive
1. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 1 Departuresbus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Rhinelander (RHI)plane ORD - RHI
3. Drive from Rhinelander (RHI) to Iron Rivercar
6h 58m
$66–317

Madison to Iron River by bus

7Weekly Buses

11h 40mAverage Duration

$69Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Madison to Iron River.

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Distance: 242.5 mi
Duration: 6h 33m

What companies run services between Madison, WI, USA and Iron River, MI, USA?

You can take a bus from Madison to Iron River, MI via Green Bay Transit, WI, Green Bay, WI, and Escanaba, MI in around 11h 40m.

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