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Madison to Saint Paul by bus

Saint Paul lies 361 km (224 mi) north-west of Madison, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 6 h 44 min including stops, over roughly 441 km (274 mi) of road.

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CountryUnited StatesUnited States
Population280,305303,176
Elevation272 m (892 ft)242 m (794 ft)
Time nowUTC-5 (America/Chicago)UTC-5 (America/Chicago)
Postal codes53701–5379455101–55188

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Staying in Saint Paul

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Common questions

How far is Saint Paul from Madison?

361 km (224 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Madison; by road roughly 441 km (274 mi).

How long does it take to get from Madison to Saint Paul by bus?

About 6 h 44 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Madison and Saint Paul?

No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.