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

The cheapest way to get from Madison to Oskaloosa is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Madison to Oskaloosa is to drive which takes 5h and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Madison and Oskaloosa?

No, there is no direct bus from Madison to Oskaloosa. However, there are services departing from Madison and arriving at Oskaloosa via Rochester, Albert Lea and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 55m.

How far is it from Madison to Oskaloosa?

The distance between Madison and Oskaloosa is 467 miles. The road distance is 249.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Madison to Oskaloosa without a car is to bus and train which takes 12h 11m and costs $95 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 12h 11m to get from Madison to Oskaloosa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madison to Oskaloosa bus from?

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

Where does the Madison to Oskaloosa bus arrive?

Madison to Oskaloosa bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Rochester station.

Can I drive from Madison to Oskaloosa?

Yes, the driving distance between Madison to Oskaloosa is 249 miles. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Madison to Oskaloosa.

Where can I stay near Oskaloosa?

There are five+ hotels available in Oskaloosa.

Madison to Oskaloosa - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Madison to Oskaloosa by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Oskaloosabus
12h 11m
$99–211
Drive 247.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Madison to Oskaloosacar 247.8 mi
5h
$46–66
Bus, train via Milwaukee
1. Take the bus from UW Madison Campus - N Lake St to Milwaukee Intermodalbus
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
4. Take the bus from Galesburg to Oskaloosabus
12h 15m
$113–234
Bus via Rochester
1. Take the bus from Madison to Rochesterbus
2. Take the bus from Rochester to Albert Leabus
3. Take the bus from Albert Lea to Des Moinesbus
4. Take the bus from Des Moines to Oskaloosabus
12h 55m
Bus
1. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departuresbus
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal Facility to Peoriabus
3. Take the bus from Peoria to Oskaloosabus
16h 13m

Madison to Oskaloosa by bus and train

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12h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 464.7 mi
Duration: 12h 11m

What companies run services between Madison, WI, USA and Oskaloosa, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Madison to Oskaloosa via Rochester, Albert Lea, and Des Moines in around 12h 55m.

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