What is the cheapest way to get from South Dakota to Madison?

The cheapest way to get from South Dakota to Madison is to drive which costs $75 - $110 and takes 7h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Dakota to Madison?

The fastest way to get from South Dakota to Madison is to fly which takes 5h 29m and costs $90 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between South Dakota and Madison?

No, there is no direct bus from South Dakota to Madison. However, there are services departing from 10th/Jessica NW corner and arriving at UW-Madison via The Bus Stop, Sioux Falls and Minneapolis Bus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 10m.

How far is it from South Dakota to Madison?

The distance between South Dakota and Madison is 489 miles. The road distance is 412.9 miles.

How do I travel from South Dakota to Madison without a car?

The best way to get from South Dakota to Madison without a car is to bus which takes 15h 10m and costs $110 - $200.

How long does it take to get from South Dakota to Madison?

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from South Dakota to Madison, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Dakota to Madison bus from?

South Dakota to Madison bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Sioux Falls station.

Bus or fly from South Dakota to Madison?

The best way to get from South Dakota to Madison is to fly which takes 5h 43m and costs $100 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $200 and takes 15h 10m.

Where does the South Dakota to Madison bus arrive?

South Dakota to Madison bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Minneapolis station.

Can I drive from South Dakota to Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between South Dakota to Madison is 413 miles. It takes approximately 7h 55m to drive from South Dakota to Madison.

Where can I stay near Madison?

There are 136+ hotels available in Madison.

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

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Fly from Aberdeen Regional Airport
best
1. Fly from Aberdeen Regional Airport (ABR) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane ABR - MSN
5h 43m
$104–517
Drive 410.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sioux Falls to Madisoncar 410.5 mi
7h 55m
$75–109
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Minneapolisbus Jefferson 702 / ...
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Depot to UW-Madisonbus Minneapolis / ...
15h 10m
$114–198
Fly from Watertown Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Watertown Municipal Airport (ATY) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane ATY - MSN
5h 29m
$92–504
Fly from Rapid City
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane RAP - MSN
5h 50m
$123–617
Fly from Sioux Falls
1. Fly from Sioux Falls (FSD) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane FSD - MSN
6h 9m
$90–496

Aberdeen Regional Airport (ABR) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) flights

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Distance: 486.6 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between South Dakota, USA and Madison, WI, USA?

Delta flies from Aberdeen Regional Airport (ABR) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 10th/Jessica NW corner to UW-Madison via The Bus Stop, Maple/Career NE corner, Sioux Falls, Minneapolis, and Minneapolis Bus Depot in around 15h 10m.

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How to get fromSouth Dakota to Madisonby plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or car

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

Fly from Aberdeen Regional Airport

Drive 410.5 mi

Bus

Fly from Watertown Municipal Airport

Fly from Rapid City

Fly from Sioux Falls