Minneapolis to Madison by bus
Madison lies 375 km (233 mi) south-east of Minneapolis, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 6 h 58 min including stops, over roughly 457 km (284 mi) of road.
| Minneapolis | Madison | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 410,939 | 280,305 |
| Elevation | 262 m (860 ft) | 272 m (892 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 55401–55488 | 53701–53794 |
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Common questions
How far is Madison from Minneapolis?
375 km (233 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Minneapolis; by road roughly 457 km (284 mi).
How long does it take to get from Minneapolis to Madison by bus?
About 6 h 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Minneapolis and Madison?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.