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Chicago, IL to Madison, WI bus

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Cheap bus tickets from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI

Showing times and prices for Dec 04

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
FlixBus
03:00PM3h55
Chicago, IL
06:55PMMadison, WI
$431One-way
0 transfers
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FlixBus
03:00PM3h40
Chicago, IL
06:40PMMadison, WI
$431One-way
0 transfers
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FlixBus
08:15AM3h25
Chicago, IL
11:40AMMadison, WI
$431One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus
08:15AM3h40
Chicago, IL
11:55AMMadison, WI
$431One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak
06:10AM5h20
Union Station, Chicago, IL
11:30AMMadison, WI
$581One-way
1 transfer

Chicago, IL to Madison, WI bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 4
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12:00AM Chicago, IL2h50 02:50AM Madison, WI0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
329 Hiawatha Service
06:10AM Union Station, Chicago, IL5h20 11:30AM Madison, WI1 transfer
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07:00AM Chicago, IL2h35 09:35AM Madison, WI0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
08:15AM Chicago, IL3h25 11:40AM Madison, WI0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
08:15AM Chicago, IL3h40 11:55AM Madison, WI0 transfersDirect
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09:00AM Chicago, IL2h35 11:35AM Madison, WI0 transfersDirect
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11:00AM Chicago, IL2h50 01:50PM Madison, WI0 transfersDirect
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12:30PM Chicago, IL2h50 03:20PM Madison, WI0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
335 Hiawatha Service
01:05PM Union Station, Chicago, IL4h10 05:15PM Madison, WI1 transfer
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02:00PM Chicago, IL2h35 04:35PM Madison, WI0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
03:00PM Chicago, IL3h55 06:55PM Madison, WI0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
03:00PM Chicago, IL3h40 06:40PM Madison, WI0 transfersDirect
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0
03:00PM Chicago, IL2h50 05:50PM Madison, WI0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
337 Hiawatha Service
03:15PM Union Station, Chicago, IL4h20 07:35PM Madison, WI1 transfer
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04:00PM Chicago, IL2h35 06:35PM Madison, WI0 transfersDirect
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05:00PM Chicago, IL2h50 07:50PM Madison, WI0 transfersDirect
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06:00PM Chicago, IL2h50 08:50PM Madison, WI0 transfersDirect
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07:00PM Chicago, IL2h35 09:35PM Madison, WI0 transfersDirect
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08:00PM Chicago, IL2h50 10:50PM Madison, WI0 transfersDirect
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09:00PM Chicago, IL2h50 11:50PM Madison, WI0 transfersDirect
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10:00PM Chicago, IL2h35 12:35AM Madison, WI0 transfersDirect

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Bus times from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI

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Fastest Journey

2 h 35 m

Average

3 h 10 m

Buses per day

21

Distance

198 km

Of the 21 buses that leave Chicago, IL for Madison, WI every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

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Infobus
10:00PM2h35
Chicago, IL
12:35AMMadison, WI
$591One-way
0 transfers
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Infobus
04:00PM2h35
Chicago, IL
06:35PMMadison, WI
$591One-way
0 transfers
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Infobus
07:00PM2h35
Chicago, IL
09:35PMMadison, WI
$591One-way
0 transfers
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Infobus
02:00PM2h35
Chicago, IL
04:35PMMadison, WI
$591One-way
0 transfers
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Infobus
07:00AM2h35
Chicago, IL
09:35AMMadison, WI
$591One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI

Buses from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI run on average 27 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€26) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
122 miles (197 km)
Average bus duration
3h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
$30 (€26)
Buses per day
27
Direct buses
24
Bus providers
3
Fastest bus
3h 25m
First bus
01:30
Last bus
23:15
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus companies: Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI

Travel between Chicago, IL and Madison, WI from $27 (€24) with Omio’s bus partners Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular journey for you.

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 from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Bus information from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 15 min
  • Cheapest Price: $47
  • Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI

FAQs: Take the bus from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI.
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI can start from as little as $30 (€26) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Chicago, IL to Madison, WI is $38 (€34); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Chicago, IL to Madison, WI bus travel time is 3 h 25 min   for the 122 mile (197 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI leaves at 1: 30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI leaves at 11: 15 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI without having to change trains with FlixBus. There are 24 direct buses from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Chicago, IL to Madison, WI bus with FlixBus. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus providers for the route between Chicago, IL and Madison, WI as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Madison, WI from Chicago, IL is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Chicago, IL to Madison, WI including taking a bus, train or flight.

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