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

The cheapest way to get from Washington to Madison is to bus which costs $90 - $240 and takes 22h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Washington to Madison is to fly which takes 3h 3m and costs $220 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Madison?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington station to Madison. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus via W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 10m.

How far is it from Washington to Madison?

The distance between Washington and Madison is 716 miles. The road distance is 838.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Washington to Madison without a car is to bus which takes 22h 10m and costs $90 - $240.

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

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

Where do I catch the Washington to Madison bus from?

Washington to Madison bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Bus or fly from Washington to Madison?

The best way to get from Washington to Madison is to fly which takes 3h 3m and costs $220 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $240 and takes 22h 10m.

Where does the Washington to Madison bus arrive?

Washington to Madison bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Washington and Madison?

Madison is 1h behind Washington. It is currently 11:18 PM in Washington and 10:18 PM in Madison.

Can I drive from Washington to Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Madison is 838 miles. It takes approximately 14h 14m to drive from Washington to Madison.

Where can I stay near Madison?

There are 142+ hotels available in Madison.

Washington to Madison - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Washington to Madison by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, bus, or car

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Fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field
best
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)DCA - MSN
3h 3m
$223–1,148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0164
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW CampusVan Galder
22h 10m
$91–233
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Chicago Union StationFloridian / ...
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW CampusVan Galder
22h 18m
$122–618
Drive 833.4 mi
1. Drive from Washington to Madison833.4 mi
14h 14m
$153–220
Fly to General Mitchell International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)DCA - MKE
2. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to Madison, WI-Lake St.
5h 5m
$264–1,371

Washington to Madison by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

22h 10mAverage Duration

$91Cheapest Price

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Distance: 712 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and Madison, WI, USA?

American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Washington Union Station to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus via Chicago Bus Station and W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St in around 22h 10m.

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