What is the cheapest way to get from Madison to Grand Forks?

The cheapest way to get from Madison to Grand Forks is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 9h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madison to Grand Forks?

The fastest way to get from Madison to Grand Forks is to fly which takes 5h 57m and costs $95 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Madison and Grand Forks?

No, there is no direct bus from Madison to Grand Forks. However, there are services departing from Madison, WI-Lake St. and arriving at Grand Forks via American & Thunderbird Station, Minneapolis - Terminal 2 Humphrey Station and Fargo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 44m.

How far is it from Madison to Grand Forks?

The distance between Madison and Grand Forks is 522 miles. The road distance is 579.7 miles.

How do I travel from Madison to Grand Forks without a car?

The best way to get from Madison to Grand Forks without a car is to bus via Fargo which takes 12h 44m and costs $130 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Madison to Grand Forks?

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Madison to Grand Forks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madison to Grand Forks bus from?

Madison to Grand Forks bus services, operated by Badger Bus, depart from Madison, WI-Lake St. station.

Bus or fly from Madison to Grand Forks?

The best way to get from Madison to Grand Forks is to fly which takes 5h 57m and costs $95 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus via Fargo, which costs $130 - $200 and takes 12h 44m.

Where does the Madison to Grand Forks bus arrive?

Madison to Grand Forks bus services, operated by Badger Bus, arrive at Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomington station.

Can I drive from Madison to Grand Forks?

Yes, the driving distance between Madison to Grand Forks is 580 miles. It takes approximately 9h 42m to drive from Madison to Grand Forks.

How do I get a bus ticket from Madison to Grand Forks?

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Where can I stay near Grand Forks?

There are 51+ hotels available in Grand Forks.

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Fly Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field to Grand Forks International Airport
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1. Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Grand Forks International Airport (GFK)plane MSN - GFK
5h 57m
$98–502
Bus via Fargo
1. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomingtonbus
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis - Terminal 2 Humphrey Station to Fargo Airportbus Msp
3. Take the bus from Fargo to Grand Forksbus
12h 44m
$136–192
Drive 576.4 mi
1. Drive from Madison to Grand Forkscar 576.4 mi
9h 42m
$106–152
Fly Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field to Hector International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Hector International Airport (FAR)plane MSN - FAR
2. Take the taxi from Fargo-Airport-FAR to Grand Forkstaxi
6h 5m
$217–632
Bus to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Grand Forks International Airport
1. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Mitchell Airportbus
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Grand Forks International Airport (GFK)plane MKE - GFK
7h 20m
$119–591
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madison to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2548
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Grand Forksbus Jefferson Lines 927
14h 15m
$149–215

Madison to Grand Forks by bus

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Distance: 519 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

What companies run services between Madison, WI, USA and Grand Forks, ND, USA?

Delta flies from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Grand Forks International Airport (GFK) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Grand Forks via Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomington, American & Thunderbird Station, MOA Transit Station Gate A, Mall of America Station, Terminal 2 Station, Minneapolis - Terminal 2 Humphrey Station, Fargo Airport, and Fargo in around 12h 44m.

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How to get fromMadison to Grand Forksby plane, bus, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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

Fly Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field to Grand Forks International Airport

Bus via Fargo

Drive 576.4 mi

Fly Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field to Hector International Airport, taxi

Bus to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Grand Forks International Airport

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