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7 h 34 min
708 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Madison to Columbia

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Cheapest
By car (708 km)
7 h 34 min
708 km.
from $38
Other
Rideshare
7 h 34 min
708 km.
from $9.23
Bus
15 h 47 min
519 km.
from $200.05
Bus, Train (Bus)
13 h 23 min
520 km.
from $269.46
Bus, Train (Bus)
13 h 46 min
520 km.
from $130.36
Bus, Plane
5 h 57 min
520 km.
from $380.57
Bus, Train (Bus)
13 h 50 min
520 km.
from $145.54

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Dane County Regional Airport to Columbia
Ave. Duration:
5h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$293.77–$1,277.26
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Columbia
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$255.45–$766.36

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Milwaukee to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.77–$89.41
Train from Chicago Union Station to Jefferson
Ave. Duration:
7h 46m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$49.81–$178.82
Train from Chicago Union Station to St.
Ave. Duration:
4h 46m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$37.04–$140.50

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Columbia
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.86–$108.57
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.82–$191.59

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee,
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.22–$49.81
Bus from Madison to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.16–$76.64

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Email:
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Chicago, IL to Burlington,
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$61.31–$121.34
Bus from Burlington to Bowling
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$44.70–$89.41

Jefferson Lines

Phone:
+1-858-800-8898
Email:
Website:
jeffersonlines.com/
Bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee,
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.82–$62.59

Lamers Bus Lines

Phone:
+1 800-236-1240
Website:
golamers.com/
Bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee,
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.99–$28.10

Vangalder Bus

Phone:
+1 608-752-5407
Email:
Website:
coachusa.com/van-galder-bus-company
Bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$24.27–$45.98
Bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to O'Hare
Ave. Duration:
3h 16m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$21.71–$44.70

OATS Transit

Phone:
+1-888-875-6287
Website:
oatstransit.org
Bus from Bowling Green, Mo to Columbia
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$4.73–$6.39

Badger Bus

Phone:
+1 414-266-4409
Email:
Website:
badgerbus.com
Bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee,
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.82–$35.76

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Madison to Columbia is to drive which costs $76.09 - $119.57 and takes 7h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madison to Columbia is to fly which takes 5h 57m and costs $304.35 - $1195.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Madison and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Madison to Columbia. However, there are services departing from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus and arriving at Columbia via Chicago Bus Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 47m.

How far is it from Madison to Columbia?

The distance between Madison and Columbia is 570 km. The road distance is 721.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Madison to Columbia without a car is to bus and train and taxi which takes 13h 23m and costs $173.91 - $434.78 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Madison to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madison to Columbia bus from?

Madison to Columbia bus services, operated by Vangalder Bus, depart from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus station.

Train, bus or fly from Madison to Columbia?

The best way to get from Madison to Columbia is to fly which takes 5h 57m and costs $304.35 - $1195.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $52.17 - $304.35 and takes 15h 47m. There are no good options to train between Madison to Columbia.

Where does the Madison to Columbia bus arrive?

Madison to Columbia bus services, operated by Vangalder Bus, arrive at W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St station.

Can I drive from Madison to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Madison to Columbia is 721 km. It takes approximately 7h 43m to drive from Madison to Columbia.

Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 48+ hotels available in Columbia. Prices start at $39.25 per night.
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