What is the cheapest way to get from O'Hare to Madison?

The cheapest way to get from O'Hare to Madison is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from O'Hare to Madison?

The fastest way to get from O'Hare to Madison is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between O'Hare and Madison?

No, there is no direct bus from O'Hare station to Madison. However, there are services departing from Rosemont CTA Station and arriving at 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus via Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from O'Hare to Madison?

The distance between O'Hare and Madison is 139 miles. The road distance is 134 miles.

How do I travel from O'Hare to Madison without a car?

The best way to get from O'Hare to Madison without a car is to bus which takes 3h 43m and costs $21 - $45.

How long does it take to get from O'Hare to Madison?

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from O'Hare to Madison, including transfers.

Where do I catch the O'Hare to Madison bus from?

O'Hare to Madison bus services, operated by Vangalder Bus, depart from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility station.

Bus or fly from O'Hare to Madison?

The best way to get from O'Hare to Madison is to bus which takes 3h 43m and costs $21 - $45. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $55 - $440 and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the O'Hare to Madison bus arrive?

O'Hare to Madison bus services, operated by Vangalder Bus, arrive at 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus station.

Can I drive from O'Hare to Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between O'Hare to Madison is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from O'Hare to Madison.

Where can I stay near Madison?

There are 142+ hotels available in Madison.

O'Hare to Madison - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from O'Hare to Madison by bus, car, or plane

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

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best
1. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus Van Galder
3h 43m
$22–42
Drive 133.2 mi
1. Drive from O'Hare to Madisoncar 133.2 mi
2h 14m
$25–36
Fly
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane ORD - MSN
2h 53m
$60–437

O'Hare to Madison by bus

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3h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 137.9 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between O'Hare, IL, USA and Madison, WI, USA?

Vangalder Bus operates a bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus hourly. Tickets cost $20–40 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) every 2 hours.

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