What is the cheapest way to get from St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison?

The cheapest way to get from St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison?

The fastest way to get from St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison is to fly which takes 3h 22m and costs $75 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) and Madison?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Saint Paul Union Depot and arriving at Madison. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison?

The distance between St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) and Madison is 264 miles. The road distance is 260.5 miles.

How do I travel from St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison without a car?

The best way to get from St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison without a car is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs $65 - $95.

How long does it take to get from St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison?

The bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Madison takes 4h 55m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison bus from?

St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Saint Paul Union Depot station.

Bus or fly from St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison?

The best way to get from St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs $65 - $95. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $75 - $600 and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison bus arrive?

St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Madison station.

Can I drive from St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison is 261 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison.

How do I get a bus ticket from St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison?

Book your St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Madison?

There are 138+ hotels available in Madison.

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There are 5 ways to get from St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Madisonbus FlixBus 2548
4h 55m
$65–95
Drive 259 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madisoncar 259 mi
4h 20m
$48–69
Fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane MSP - MSN
3h 22m
$79–554
Bus via La Crosse
1. Take the bus from St. Paul to La Crossebus Jefferson Lines 965
2. Take the bus from La Crosse to Madisonbus Jefferson Lines 965
6h 40m
$79–116
Fly to General Mitchell International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane MSP - MKE
2. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to Madison, WI-Lake St.bus
5h 38m
$615–1,026

St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison by bus

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Distance: 262.5 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station), MN, USA and Madison, WI, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Madison once daily. Tickets cost $40–70 and the journey takes 4h 55m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Delta flies from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) every 4 hours.

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How to get fromSt. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madisonby bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

There are 5 ways to get from St. Paul-Minneapolis (Station) to Madison by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

Bus

Drive 259 mi

Fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field

Bus via La Crosse

Fly to General Mitchell International Airport, bus