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

The cheapest way to get from Madison to Minneapolis is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madison to Minneapolis is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs $70 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Madison and Minneapolis?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison and arriving at Minneapolis Bus Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Madison to Minneapolis?

The distance between Madison and Minneapolis is 243 miles. The road distance is 268.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Madison to Minneapolis without a car is to bus which takes 5h 20m and costs $65 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Madison to Minneapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madison to Minneapolis bus from?

Madison to Minneapolis bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Madison station.

Bus or fly from Madison to Minneapolis?

The best way to get from Madison to Minneapolis is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs $70 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $95 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Madison to Minneapolis bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madison to Minneapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Madison to Minneapolis is 268 miles. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Madison to Minneapolis.

How do I get a bus ticket from Madison to Minneapolis?

Book your Madison to Minneapolis bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Minneapolis?

There are 539+ hotels available in Minneapolis.

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

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

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Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field
best
1. Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane MSN - MSP
3h 6m
$74–504
Drive 266.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Madison to Minneapoliscar 266.6 mi
4h 39m
$49–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madison to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2548
5h 20m
$65–95
Bus to General Mitchell International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Mitchell Airportbus
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane MKE - MSP
4h 47m
$616–1,025
Bus via 30th Ave Station
1. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomingtonbus Madison
5h 29m
$60–76
Bus via La Crosse
1. Take the bus from Madison to La Crossebus Jefferson Lines 966
2. Take the bus from La Crosse to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 966
7h 40m
$84–118

Madison to Minneapolis by bus

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5h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 241.2 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Madison, WI, USA and Minneapolis, MN, USA?

Delta flies from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Madison to Minneapolis Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $40–75 and the journey takes 5h 20m. Two other operators also service this route.

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