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

The cheapest way to get from Alexandria to Madison is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 6h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alexandria to Madison is to bus and fly which takes 5h 46m and costs $130 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Alexandria and Madison?

No, there is no direct bus from Alexandria to Madison. However, there are services departing from Alexandria and arriving at UW Madison Campus - N Lake St via 8th St & Hennepin Station and Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Alexandria to Madison?

The distance between Alexandria and Madison is 422 miles. The road distance is 401.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alexandria to Madison without a car is to bus via Bloomington which takes 9h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h to get from Alexandria to Madison, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alexandria to Madison bus from?

Alexandria to Madison bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Alexandria station.

Where does the Alexandria to Madison bus arrive?

Alexandria to Madison bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Minneapolis station.

Can I drive from Alexandria to Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between Alexandria to Madison is 401 miles. It takes approximately 6h 41m to drive from Alexandria to Madison.

Where can I stay near Madison?

There are 138+ hotels available in Madison.

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

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

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Bus via Bloomington
best
1. Take the bus from Alexandria to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 938 / ...
2. Take the bus from Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomington to UW Madison Campus - N Lake Stbus Mil-Aus / ...
9h
Drive 399.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alexandria to Madisoncar 399.1 mi
6h 41m
$73–106
Drive to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport, fly
1. Drive from Alexandria to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD)car
2. Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane BRD - MSN
6h 14m
$94–486
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alexandria to Minneapolisbus Jefferson 938 / ...
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Depot to UW-Madisonbus Minneapolis / ...
10h 22m
$97–159
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Alexandria to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 938 / ...
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Depot to UW-Madisonbus Minneapolis / ...
10h 26m
$97–160
Bus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Alexandria to Minneapolisbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane MSP - MSN
5h 46m
$131–573

Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) flights

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4h 40mAverage Duration

$76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 419.8 mi
Duration: 9h

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

You can take a vehicle from Alexandria to UW Madison Campus - N Lake St via Alexandria, Minneapolis, 8th St & Hennepin Station, American & Thunderbird Station, and Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomington in around 9h.

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How to get fromAlexandria to Madisonby bus, car, plane, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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

Bus via Bloomington

Drive 399.1 mi

Drive to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport, fly

Bus

Bus #2

Bus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly