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

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Madison is to drive which costs $160 - $240 and takes 16h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Madison is to fly which takes 6h 40m and costs $110 - $650.

How far is it from Columbia to Madison?

The distance between Columbia and Madison is 795 miles. The road distance is 916 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia to Madison without a car is to train and bus which takes 33h 40m and costs $700 - $1,200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Columbia to Madison, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Columbia and Madison?

Madison is 1h behind Columbia. It is currently 1:53 AM in Columbia and 12:53 AM in Madison.

Can I drive from Columbia to Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Madison is 916 miles. It takes approximately 16h 39m to drive from Columbia to Madison.

Where can I stay near Madison?

There are 102+ hotels available in Madison.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Columbia to Madison by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field
best
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane CAE - MSN
6h 40m
$114–604
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus
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1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CAE - ORD
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
7h 53m
$80–406
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Columbia Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus Van Galder
33h 40m
$729–1,134
Drive 910.7 mi
1. Drive from Columbia to Madisoncar 910.7 mi
16h 39m
$167–241

Columbia to Madison by train and bus

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33h 40mAverage Duration

$729Cheapest Price

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Distance: 790.3 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

What companies run services between Columbia, SC, USA and Madison, WI, USA?

Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Columbia (CAE) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) hourly.

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How to get fromColumbia to Madisonby plane, train, bus, or car

There are 4 ways to get from Columbia to Madison by plane, train, bus, or car

Fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field

Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus

Train, bus

Drive 910.7 mi