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

The cheapest way to get from Ohio to Madison is to drive which costs $75 - $110 and takes 8h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ohio to Madison is to fly and bus which takes 7h 17m and costs $60 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Ohio and Madison?

No, there is no direct bus from Ohio to Madison. However, there are services departing from Columbus and arriving at 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus via W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 55m.

How far is it from Ohio to Madison?

The distance between Ohio and Madison is 406 miles. The road distance is 459.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ohio to Madison without a car is to bus which takes 11h 55m and costs $80 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Ohio to Madison, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ohio to Madison bus from?

Ohio to Madison bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Columbus station.

Where does the Ohio to Madison bus arrive?

Ohio to Madison bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Ohio and Madison?

Madison is 1h behind Ohio. It is currently 10:23 PM in Ohio and 9:23 PM in Madison.

Can I drive from Ohio to Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between Ohio to Madison is 460 miles. It takes approximately 8h 44m to drive from Ohio to Madison.

Where can I stay near Madison?

There are 164+ hotels available in Madison.

Ohio to Madison - 7 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Ohio to Madison by bus, plane, bus (Flixbus), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus to Detroit, fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field
best
1. Take the bus from Toledo to Dearbornbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane DTW - MSN
5h 31m
Fly Dayton to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DAY - ORD
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
7h 17m
$61–347
Bus
1. Take the bus from Columbus to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus Van Galder
11h 55m
$83–140
Drive 456.8 mi
1. Drive from Columbus to Madisoncar 456.8 mi
8h 44m
$76–109
Fly John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus
1. Fly from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CMH - ORD
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
7h 22m
$81–478
Bus to Detroit, fly to General Mitchell International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Toledo to Dearbornbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane DTW - MKE
3. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to Madison, WI-Lake St.bus
7h 36m
Fly Covington to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CVG - ORD
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
7h 53m
$88–519

Ohio to Madison by bus and foot

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11h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 403.6 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Ohio, USA and Madison, WI, USA?

You can take a bus from Columbus to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus via Chicago Bus Station and W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St in around 11h 55m.

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There are 7 ways to get from Ohio to Madison by bus, plane, bus (Flixbus), or car

Bus to Detroit, fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field

Fly Dayton to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus

Bus

Drive 456.8 mi

Fly John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus

Bus to Detroit, fly to General Mitchell International Airport, bus

Fly Covington to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus