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Where to stay
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Madison travel guide

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You're Going to Love Madison

With a population of 11,967, Madison is a must-see destination in Indiana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Madison to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Madison

Madison in February
Estimated hotel price
$118
1 night at 3-star hotel
Madison in February
Estimated hotel price
$118
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Madison in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 6.7″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Madison, with an average rainfall of 0.8″.

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How to Get to Madison

Plane

Although Madison doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Louisville Airport (SDF), which is located 43 miles from Madison. Louisville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Madison departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 31m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Madison. The train journey from Madison to Indianapolis takes 3h 12m and costs around $24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $60 for a 8h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Madison is to pick up a car rental from Nashville, which is about 194 miles from Madison. You’ll find branches of Turo and NU Car, among others, in Nashville.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Madison, including Greyhound, Bus and FlixBus. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Madison takes 580 miles and will cost you around $136. From New York, the ticket costs about $220 for a journey of 630 miles.

Plane

Although Madison doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Louisville Airport (SDF), which is located 43 miles from Madison. Louisville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Madison departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 31m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Madison. The train journey from Madison to Indianapolis takes 3h 12m and costs around $24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $60 for a 8h 32m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Madison is to pick up a car rental from Nashville, which is about 194 miles from Madison. You’ll find branches of Turo and NU Car, among others, in Nashville.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Madison, including Greyhound, Bus and FlixBus. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Madison takes 580 miles and will cost you around $136. From New York, the ticket costs about $220 for a journey of 630 miles.

Airports near Madison

SDFLouisville Intl
CVGCincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
INDIndianapolis

Airlines serving Madison

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,251 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
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Where to stay in Madison

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Super 8 by Wyndham Madison IN and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison.

Where to stay in popular areas of Madison

Most booked hotels in Madison

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Fairfield Inn & Suites Madison Historic Eagle Cotton Mill
2 stars
Excellent (9.3, 177 reviews)
$167+
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Comfort Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 453 reviews)
$108+
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Clifty Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 692 reviews)
$120+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 227 reviews)
$124+
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Hillside Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1068 reviews)
$102+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Madison IN
2 stars
Good (7.1, 219 reviews)
$73+
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Renting a car in Madison

Renting a car in Madison costs $91 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 34% more expensive than at Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Madison (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Renting a car in Madison costs $91 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 34% more expensive than at Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Madison (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

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