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

The cheapest way to get from Madison to Fairbanks is to bus and fly which costs $240 - $1,000 and takes 13h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madison to Fairbanks is to bus and fly which takes 13h 3m and costs $240 - $1,000.

How far is it from Madison to Fairbanks?

The distance between Madison and Fairbanks is 2706 miles. The road distance is 3325 miles.

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

It takes approximately 13h 12m to get from Madison to Fairbanks, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Madison and Fairbanks?

Fairbanks is 3h behind Madison. It is currently 10:24 PM in Madison and 7:24 PM in Fairbanks.

Can I drive from Madison to Fairbanks?

Yes, the driving distance between Madison to Fairbanks is 3325 miles. It takes approximately 2 days 12h to drive from Madison to Fairbanks.

Where can I stay near Fairbanks?

There are 175+ hotels available in Fairbanks.

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

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

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Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field
best
1. Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Fairbanks (FAI)plane MSN - FAI
13h 12m
$356–1,406
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 1 Departuresbus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Fairbanks (FAI)plane ORD - FAI
13h 3m
$248–954
Drive 3,305.7 mi
1. Drive from Madison to Fairbankscar 3,305.7 mi
2d 12h
$604–872
Bus to General Mitchell International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Mitchell Airportbus
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Fairbanks (FAI)plane MKE - FAI
14h 20m
$366–1,423

Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Fairbanks (FAI) flights

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Distance: 2,690.5 mi
Duration: 13h 12m

What companies run services between Madison, WI, USA and Fairbanks, AK, USA?

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Fairbanks (FAI) 4 times a day.

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