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

The cheapest way to get from Minnesota to Madison is to bus which costs $40 - $95 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Minnesota to Madison is to fly which takes 3h 7m and costs $70 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Minnesota and Madison?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Minneapolis Bus Depot and arriving at UW-Madison. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Minnesota to Madison?

The distance between Minnesota and Madison is 242 miles. The road distance is 270.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Minnesota to Madison without a car is to bus via Eau Claire which takes 6h 54m and costs $65 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Minnesota to Madison, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Minnesota to Madison bus from?

Minnesota to Madison bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Minneapolis Bus Depot station.

Bus or fly from Minnesota to Madison?

The best way to get from Minnesota to Madison is to fly which takes 3h 7m and costs $70 - $480. Alternatively, you can bus via Eau Claire, which costs $65 - $95 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Minnesota to Madison bus arrive?

Minnesota to Madison bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at UW-Madison station.

Can I drive from Minnesota to Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between Minnesota to Madison is 270 miles. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Minnesota to Madison.

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

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

Where can I stay near Madison?

There are 139+ hotels available in Madison.

Minnesota to Madison - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Minnesota to Madison by plane, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane MSP - MSN
3h 7m
$70–476
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Depot to UW-Madisonbus Minneapolis / ...
7h 5m
$40–95
Bus via Eau Claire
1. Take the bus from U of MN Campus to Eau Claire Amtrak Bus Stopbus Minneapolis
2. Take the bus from Eau Claire Amtrak Bus Stop to Madison, WI-Lake St.bus Minneapolis
6h 54m
$68–93
Drive 268.6 mi
1. Drive from Minneapolis to Madisoncar 268.6 mi
4h 32m
$49–71

Minnesota to Madison by tram and bus

2Weekly Services

6h 54mAverage Duration

$68Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Minnesota to Madison.

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Distance: 240.2 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Minnesota, USA and Madison, WI, USA?

Delta flies from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Government Plaza Station to Madison, WI-Lake St. via Stadium Village Station, U of MN Campus, and Eau Claire Amtrak Bus Stop in around 6h 54m.

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