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

The cheapest way to get from Madison to Minneapolis is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madison to Minneapolis is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs $70 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Madison and Minneapolis?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison and arriving at Minneapolis Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Madison to Minneapolis?

The distance between Madison and Minneapolis is 243 miles. The road distance is 268.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Madison to Minneapolis without a car is to bus via Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomington which takes 5h 18m and costs $60 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Madison to Minneapolis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madison to Minneapolis bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Madison to Minneapolis?

The best way to get from Madison to Minneapolis is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs $70 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus via Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomington, which costs $60 - $80 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Madison to Minneapolis bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madison to Minneapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Madison to Minneapolis is 268 miles. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Madison to Minneapolis.

How do I get a bus ticket from Madison to Minneapolis?

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Where can I stay near Minneapolis?

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

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

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Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field
best
1. Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane MSN - MSP
3h 6m
$74–494
Drive 266.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Madison to Minneapoliscar 266.6 mi
4h 39m
$49–71
Bus via Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomington
1. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomingtonbus Madison
5h 18m
$60–77
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 Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane MKE - MSP
4h 47m
$615–1,023
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madison to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2548
5h 20m
$65–95
Bus via La Crosse
1. Take the bus from Madison to La Crossebus Jefferson Lines 966
2. Take the bus from La Crosse to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 966
7h 40m
$84–118

Madison to Minneapolis by bus

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5h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 241.2 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

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

Delta flies from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Badger Bus operates a bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomington twice a week. Tickets cost $55–75 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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