Chicago, IL to Madison, WI Bus
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Chicago, IL to Madison, WI by bus
The journey from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI by bus is 198.03 km and takes 3 hrs 30 mins. There are 74 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:00 a.m. and the last at 11:15 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI by bus for as little as $43.85 or as much as $80.78. The best price for this journey is $43.85.
| Lowest Price | $43.85 |
| Journey Duration | 3 hrs 30 mins |
| Connection per Day | Coach USA, Greyhound, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Amtrak 74 |
| Lowest Price | Coach USA, Greyhound, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Amtrak $43.85 |
| Highest Price | Coach USA, Greyhound, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Amtrak $80.78 |
| First Departure | Coach USA, Greyhound, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Amtrak 12:00 a.m. |
| Last Departure | Coach USA, Greyhound, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Amtrak 11:15 p.m. |
| Distance | Coach USA, Greyhound, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Amtrak 198.03 km |
| Departure | Coach USA, Greyhound, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Amtrak Chicago, IL |
| Arrival | Coach USA, Greyhound, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Amtrak Madison, WI |
| Carriers | Coach USA, Greyhound Coach USA, Greyhound, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Amtrak |
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Find the best day to travel to Madison, WI by bus
When travelling to Madison, WI by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Greyhound, FlixBus and Amtrak from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI
Compare services on board when travelling from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI by bus.
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Chicago, IL to Madison, WI CO2 Emissions by Bus
Train
13.86kg
Bus
14.85kg
Flight
39.61kg
Car
31.68kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI?
A bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI is $57.97. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $43.85.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI is $43.85. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Chicago, IL and Madison, WI by bus?
Chicago, IL to Madison, WI is 198.03 km.
How long does the bus between Chicago, IL and Madison, WI take?
Chicago, IL to Madison, WI is on average 3 hrs 30 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 35 mins.
Which companies operate from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI?
The bus journey from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Coach USA, Greyhound, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus and Amtrak.
How many bus connections per day go from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI?
Chicago, IL to Madison, WI has 74 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI leave?
The earliest bus from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI departs at 12:00 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI depart?
The latest bus from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI departs at 11:15 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $43.85 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI?
There are on average 62 direct connection(s) from Chicago, IL to go to Madison, WI.
What's the fastest journey time between Chicago, IL to Madison, WI by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Chicago, IL and Madison, WI is 2 hrs 35 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Chicago, IL and Madison, WI.
What are the CO2 emissions for Chicago, IL to Madison, WI by bus?
The bus journey from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI creates 14.85kg of CO2 emissions.