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How to Travel from

Madison to Charleston

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Dane County Regional Airport to Yeager
Ave. Duration:
5h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.91–$1,021.81

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Dane County Regional Airport to Yeager
Ave. Duration:
8h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$281.00–$549.22
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Yeager
Ave. Duration:
5h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$204.36–$408.72

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Dane County Regional Airport to Yeager
Ave. Duration:
4h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$281.00–$957.95
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Yeager
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$204.36–$702.50
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Yeager
Ave. Duration:
4h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$204.36–$702.50

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Charleston
Ave. Duration:
13h 36m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$60.03–$204.36
Train from Milwaukee to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.77–$83.02

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Columbus to Charleston
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.05–$127.73

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–$48.54
Bus from Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
9h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.15–$140.50
Bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Mitchell
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.86–$49.81

Jefferson Lines

Phone:
+1-858-800-8898
Website:
jeffersonlines.com/
Bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee,
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.82–$61.31

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–$54.92
Bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Mitchell
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.27–$60.03

Vangalder Bus

Phone:
+1 608-752-5407
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:
$22.99–$44.70
Bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to O'Hare
Ave. Duration:
3h 16m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$21.71–$43.43

Badger Bus

Phone:
+1 414-266-4409
Website:
badgerbus.com
Bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee,
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.55–$34.49
Bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Mitchell
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.82–$35.76

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Madison to Charleston is to bus which costs $54.35 - $282.61 and takes 17h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madison to Charleston is to fly which takes 5h 37m and costs $250 - $489.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Madison and Charleston?

No, there is no direct bus from Madison to Charleston station. However, there are services departing from Madison, WI-Lake St. and arriving at Charleston Bus Station via Milwaukee Intermodal Station and Columbus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 14m.

How far is it from Madison to Charleston?

The distance between Madison and Charleston is 859 km. The road distance is 1014 km.

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

The best way to get from Madison to Charleston without a car is to bus which takes 17h 14m and costs $54.35 - $282.61 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Madison to Charleston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madison to Charleston bus from?

Madison to Charleston bus services, operated by Badger Bus, depart from Madison, WI-Lake St. station.

Bus or fly from Madison to Charleston?

The best way to get from Madison to Charleston is to fly which takes 5h 37m and costs $250 - $489.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $54.35 - $282.61 and takes 17h 14m.

Where does the Madison to Charleston bus arrive?

Madison to Charleston bus services, operated by Badger Bus, arrive at Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak station.

What is the time difference between Madison and Charleston?

Charleston is 1h ahead of Madison. It is currently 01:59 in Madison and 02:59 in Charleston.

Can I drive from Madison to Charleston?

Yes, the driving distance between Madison to Charleston is 1014 km. It takes approximately 10h 57m to drive from Madison to Charleston.

How do I get a bus ticket from Madison to Charleston?

Book your Madison to Charleston bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Charleston?

There are 38+ hotels available in Charleston. Prices start at $50.47 per night.
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