Chicago to Madison, WI bus
Cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Madison, WI
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Bus times from Chicago to Madison, WI
Fastest Journey
3 h 20 m
Average
3 h 41 m
Buses per day
27
Distance
198 km
Of the 27 buses that leave Chicago for Madison, WI every day 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Bus from Chicago to Madison, WI
 | Distance | 122 miles (197 km) |
 | Average bus duration | 3 h 25 min |
 | Average bus ticket price | $42 (€39) |
 | Direct bus | No |
 | Bus companies | Greyhound, Amtrak, Megabus or Flixbus USA |
Buses from Chicago to Madison, WI cover the 122 miles (197 km) long route taking on average 3 h 25 min with our travel partners like Greyhound, Amtrak, Megabus or Flixbus USA. There are direct bus services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $42 (€39), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $32 (€30).
Bus companies: Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound from Chicago to Madison, WI
Travel to Madison, WI from Chicago from $32 (€30) with Omio’s bus partners Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable journey for you.
FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.
Bus information from Chicago to Madison, WI with FlixBus:
- Average Duration: 3 h 40 min
- Average Price: $32
- FlixBus frequency: 1 a day
Amtrak is the main bus company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak buses running daily, you can travel by bus across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela bus for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your bus journey between Chicago and Madison, WI, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.
Amtrak from Chicago to Madison, WI bus information:
- Average Duration: 3 h 37 min
- Average Price: $44
- Amtrak frequency: 1 a day
Find cheap tickets for Greyhound buses between Chicago and Madison, WI on Omio. Omio can help you find the best bus deals and prices all in one place by showing you the most up-to-date Chicago to Madison, WI bus schedule from Greyhound, the latest bus ticket offers available and other travel information for the 122 miles (197 km) route to Madison, WI from Chicago, including information on baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard depending on the class fare you pick and choose. If you search for buses between Chicago and Madison, WI in the Omio app, you can check to see if the Greyhound buses available are mobile tickets, which makes it even more convenient for you to go paperless when traveling. Check the Greyhound bus schedule for your ideal departure and arrival times, compare the best route available to get to Madison, WI from Chicago and then book a cheap bus with ease. Sit back and enjoy your upcoming bus between Chicago and Madison, WI with Greyhound!
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