Madison to Minneapolis by train
Minneapolis lies 375 km (233 mi) north-west of Madison, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 4 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 457 km (284 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Madison | Minneapolis | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 280,305 | 410,939 |
| Elevation | 272 m (892 ft) | 262 m (860 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Stations on record | Madison Milwaukee Road depot | Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Depot Freight House and Train Shed |
| Postal codes | 53701–53794 | 55401–55488 |
Where to book trains from Madison to Minneapolis
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Staying in Minneapolis
Our booking partner lists 263 places to stay in Minneapolis. Of the 154 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (86), and 5 are five-star. Across 64 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.6 out of 10. Guests have left 35,538 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Minneapolis from Madison?
375 km (233 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Madison; by road roughly 457 km (284 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madison to Minneapolis by train?
About 5 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madison and Minneapolis?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where can I stay in Minneapolis?
Our booking partner lists 263 places to stay in Minneapolis, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- 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 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.