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What is the best way to travel from Minneapolis to Madison, WI?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Flights and Buses for the journey to Madison, WI from Minneapolis. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
4h 45m
$25
$36
13
Flight
3h 38m
$133
$279
16

What is the cheapest way to reach Madison, WI from Minneapolis?

You can get to Madison, WI with just $25 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Wednesday
Thursday
from $32
Friday
from $39
Saturday
Sunday
from $41
Monday
from $133
Tuesday
from $25

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    1:40 PM
    Madison, WI
    Dutch Mill Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    12:15 PM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    6:05 PM
    Madison, WI
    Dutch Mill Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    5h 30m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    1:15 PM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    5h 30m
    0
    12:15 PM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    5:45 PM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    1:40 PM
    Madison, WI
    W Transfer Point
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $36
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Frontier Airlines
    12h 26m
    0
    6:45 AM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    7:11 PM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $141
  • Frontier Airlines
    5h 24m
    0
    1:47 PM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    7:11 PM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $155
  • Sun Country Airlines
    7h 34m
    0
    6:12 AM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    1:46 PM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    Sun Country Airlines
    Economy
    from $393
  • United Airlines
    4h 12m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    10:12 AM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $396
  • United Airlines
    3h 38m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    11:38 AM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $396

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    1:40 PM
    Madison, WI
    Dutch Mill Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $39
  • FlixBus
    5h 30m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    1:15 PM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $39
  • FlixBus
    5h 25m
    0
    5:40 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    11:05 AM
    Madison, WI
    Dutch Mill Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $40
  • Badger Bus
    4h 45m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Minneapolis
    University
    8:15 PM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    0
    Badger Bus
    Economy
    $49
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Frontier Airlines
    5h 24m
    0
    1:47 PM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    7:11 PM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $159
  • Frontier Airlines
    19h 45m
    0
    9:18 PM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    5:03 PM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $170
  • Sun Country Airlines
    24h 14m
    0
    5:42 PM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    5:56 PM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    Sun Country Airlines
    Economy
    from $375
  • United Airlines
    4h 12m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    10:12 AM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $388
  • United Airlines
    3h 38m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    11:38 AM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $388

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    5h 45m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    11:15 AM
    Madison, WI
    W Transfer Point
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41
  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    1:40 PM
    Madison, WI
    W Transfer Point
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41
  • FlixBus
    5h 25m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    10:55 AM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41
  • FlixBus
    5h 30m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    1:15 PM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    12:15 PM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    6:05 PM
    Madison, WI
    W Transfer Point
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $43

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Frontier Airlines
    5h 24m
    0
    1:47 PM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    7:11 PM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $133
  • United Airlines
    6h 2m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    2:02 PM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $205
  • American Airlines
    4h 8m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    9:08 AM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $288
  • Skyscanner
    4h 8m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    9:08 AM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $288
  • Sun Country Airlines
    26h 9m
    0
    3:12 PM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    5:21 PM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    Sun Country Airlines
    Economy
    from $306

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    1:40 PM
    Madison, WI
    Dutch Mill Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $25
  • FlixBus
    5h 30m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    1:15 PM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $25
  • FlixBus
    5h 45m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    11:15 AM
    Madison, WI
    Dutch Mill Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • FlixBus
    5h 25m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    10:55 AM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26

What are the fastest trips from Minneapolis to Madison, WI?

You can get to Madison, WI from Minneapolis in just 3h 38m with a Flight from United Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Wednesday
Thursday
from 3h 38m
Friday
from 3h 38m
Saturday
Sunday
from 5h 25m
Monday
from 4h 8m
Tuesday
from 5h 25m

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • United Airlines
    3h 38m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    11:38 AM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $396
  • United Airlines
    4h 12m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    10:12 AM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $396
  • Frontier Airlines
    5h 24m
    0
    1:47 PM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    7:11 PM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $155
  • Sun Country Airlines
    7h 34m
    0
    6:12 AM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    1:46 PM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    Sun Country Airlines
    Economy
    from $393
  • Frontier Airlines
    12h 26m
    0
    6:45 AM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    7:11 PM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $141
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    5h 30m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    1:15 PM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    5h 30m
    0
    12:15 PM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    5:45 PM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    12:15 PM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    6:05 PM
    Madison, WI
    Dutch Mill Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    1:40 PM
    Madison, WI
    Dutch Mill Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    1:40 PM
    Madison, WI
    W Transfer Point
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $36

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • United Airlines
    3h 38m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    11:38 AM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $388
  • United Airlines
    4h 12m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    10:12 AM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $388
  • Frontier Airlines
    5h 24m
    0
    1:47 PM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    7:11 PM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $159
  • Frontier Airlines
    19h 45m
    0
    9:18 PM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    5:03 PM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $170
  • Sun Country Airlines
    24h 14m
    0
    5:42 PM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    5:56 PM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    Sun Country Airlines
    Economy
    from $375
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • Badger Bus
    4h 45m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Minneapolis
    University
    8:15 PM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    0
    Badger Bus
    Economy
    $49
  • FlixBus
    5h 25m
    0
    5:40 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    11:05 AM
    Madison, WI
    Dutch Mill Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $40
  • FlixBus
    5h 30m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    1:15 PM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $39
  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    1:40 PM
    Madison, WI
    Dutch Mill Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $39

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    5h 25m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    10:55 AM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41
  • FlixBus
    5h 30m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    1:15 PM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41
  • FlixBus
    5h 45m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    11:15 AM
    Madison, WI
    W Transfer Point
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41
  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    12:15 PM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    6:05 PM
    Madison, WI
    W Transfer Point
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $43
  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    1:40 PM
    Madison, WI
    W Transfer Point
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $41

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • American Airlines
    4h 8m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    9:08 AM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $288
  • Skyscanner
    4h 8m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    9:08 AM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $288
  • Frontier Airlines
    5h 24m
    0
    1:47 PM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    7:11 PM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $133
  • United Airlines
    6h 2m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    2:02 PM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $205
  • Sun Country Airlines
    26h 9m
    0
    3:12 PM
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    Saint Paul Minneapolis Airport
    5:21 PM
    Dane County Airport
    Dane County Regional Airport
    0
    Sun Country Airlines
    Economy
    from $306

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    5h 25m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    10:55 AM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • FlixBus
    5h 30m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    1:15 PM
    Madison, WI
    Chazen Museum
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $25
  • FlixBus
    5h 45m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    11:15 AM
    Madison, WI
    Dutch Mill Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $26
  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    7:45 AM
    Minneapolis
    Fourth Street North Transit Station
    1:40 PM
    Madison, WI
    Dutch Mill Park & Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $25
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Minneapolis to Madison, WI

What are the most popular stations in Minneapolis and Madison, WI?

In Minneapolis, you will usually depart from University, Fourth Street North Transit Station or Bloomington Ave & Lake St, while in Madison, WI you will be arriving at University Wisconsin-Madison, Dutch Mill Park & Ride or Chazen Museum, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Madison, WI from Minneapolis? With 6 connections between 2 Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Minneapolis and Madison, WI, you can pay as low as $25 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from United Airlines: you will get to Madison, WI in just 3h 38m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Minneapolis and Madison, WI are FlixBus, Frontier Airlines and United Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Minneapolis and Madison, WI is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Saint Anthony, MN or to Monona, WI, and look at flights from Minneapolis Downtown Airport, and landing at Dane County Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Minneapolis to Madison, WI?

The most popular companies between Minneapolis and Madison, WI, are FlixBus, Frontier Airlines and United Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus and Badger Bus

Airlines: Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, Sun Country Airlines and 2 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Minneapolis to Madison, WI

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Minneapolis to Madison, WI. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Minneapolis to Madison, WI

How can I reach Madison, WI from Minneapolis?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Madison, WI from Minneapolis.

How far is Madison, WI from Minneapolis?

The distance between Minneapolis and Madison, WI is 233.3 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Minneapolis and Madison, WI?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 10 kgs of CO2, a train 13 kgs, a car 64 kgs, and a flight 92 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Minneapolis to Madison, WI?

You can get to Madison, WI with just $25 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Madison, WI in just 3h 38m with a Flight from United Airlines.

More routes to Minneapolis and to Madison, WI

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Minneapolis and to Madison, WI. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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