Maps & Transportation

Look no further for all the best ways to get to and around Madison. We're thrilled to provide transportation tips that will help you get here — and navigate the isthmus once you've arrived. Scan through the transportation resources or download maps for your trip.

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GETTING TO MADISON

By Plane (direct flights):

Map of direct flights to Madison

*Routes and flight availability frequently change. Please visit the Dane County Regional Airport's website for the most up-to-date information.

Dane County Regional Airport (airport code MSN) is minutes from downtown Madison and offers more than 95 daily arrivals and departures. A growing list of direct, non-stop service flights makes getting to Madison easier than ever.

Another option is Wisconsin Aviation, Inc., the state's largest, full-service, fixed-base operator and provider of general aviation services, including charter flights and aircraft rentals.

By plane (outside of Madison)

Flying into another city? Getting to Madison from Chicago and Milwaukee is easy. Hop on a Van Galder bus right from Chicago O' Hare or a Badger Bus if you're getting here from Milwaukee's General Mitchell Airport.

By Car:

From Milwaukee: 79 miles, 1½ hours
From Dubuque: 91 miles, 1¾ hours
From Chicago: 147 miles, 2½ hours
From Green Bay: 140 miles, 2½ hours
From Minneapolis: 273 miles, 4½ hours
From Des Moines: 292 miles, 4¾ hours
From St. Louis: 359 miles, 5½ hours

GETTING AROUND MADISON

Car Rental

Convenient on-site rental at the Dane County Regional Airport is available from the following companies: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz and National.

Electric Charging Stations

Madison Gas and Electric's more than 50 public charging stations are powered by 100% renewable energy. Stations can be found across the Greater Madison Area. Find MG&E charging stations.

By Bus

New in 2024, Madison has updated its public transportation offerings to include a new fully electric Bus Rapid Transit route with larger buses, a brand new tracking system and more. Learn more about BRT.

See a list of bus/charter companies

Madison Metro Bus System
Long-Distance Intercity Bus Service

By Car

Taxi, limousine and rideshare services

By Bike

Take to two wheels and explore Madison. We're one of the Best Places on Earth for Biking. Want to rent a bike? Madison BCycle, offers e-bike rental stations throughout the city. Just download the app and go.