4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WI
Cheapest price
CHF14
Average price
CHF14
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 8 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WI will cost around CHF14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF14.
Of the 3 buses that leave Madison, WI for Wisconsin Dells, WI on Wed, Aug 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 the direct buses cover the 69 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest buses will take 1 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:45 PM1h00Madison, North Lake Street (UW- Madison), WI7:45 PMWisconsin Dells, Commerce St (McDonald's), WICHF141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:55 PM1h00Madison, North Lake Street (UW- Madison), WI1:55 PMWisconsin Dells, Commerce St (McDonald's), WICHF151One-way0 transfers- FlixBus12:30 PM1h25Madison, Collins Ct (Dutch Mill Park and Ride)1:55 PMWisconsin Dells, Commerce St (McDonald's), WICHF151One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus12:55 PM1h00Madison, North Lake Street (UW- Madison), WI1:55 PMWisconsin Dells, Commerce St (McDonald's), WICHF151One-way0 transfers
- 6:45 PM1h00Madison, North Lake Street (UW- Madison), WI7:45 PMWisconsin Dells, Commerce St (McDonald's), WICHF141One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus12:30 PM1h25Madison, Collins Ct (Dutch Mill Park and Ride)1:55 PMWisconsin Dells, Commerce St (McDonald's), WICHF151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WI
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from CHF11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF11, and a train costs an average of CHF40.
Distance: 42 miles (69 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
CHF16 Average price Cheapest | CHF55 Average price | CHF9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WI:
A bus is CHF39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WI costing on average CHF55.
Other travel options to Wisconsin Dells, WI take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 12m.
You'll arrive about -1h -9m sooner (1h 15m by bus vs 1h 6m by car) and save roughly CHF-7.11 compared to fuel and tolls (CHF16 vs CHF9). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, Infobus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WI Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price CHF15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF18 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 02:43PM | Duration 9h13 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF134 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 02:43PM | Duration 8h58 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF134 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 06:42PM | Duration 10h12 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF134 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 06:42PM | Duration 9h52 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF134 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price CHF15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price CHF15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price CHF19 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price CHF13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price CHF16 |
Live departures
Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WI bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WI buses for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:55 PM Madison, WI | 1h00 | 6:55 PM Wisconsin Dells, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:45 PM Madison, WI | 1h25 | 1:10 AM Wisconsin Dells, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WI
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Buses from Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WI run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at CHF11 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:30, the last at 19:25. The fastest bus covers the 42 miles (69 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 42 miles (69 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF11 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 5:30 AM |
Last bus 7:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus from Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WIYou can travel by bus between Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WI with FlixBus, Infobus for as low as CHF11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WI by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Wisconsin Dells, WI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WI
Most Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WI buses use the Madison, Collins Ct (Dutch Mill Park and Ride) to Wisconsin Dells, Commerce St (McDonald's) station pair, with some services arriving at Wisconsin Dells. Use this guide to compare Madison, WI and Wisconsin Dells, WI bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Madison, WI station do buses to Wisconsin Dells, WI leave from?
Getting to Madison, Collins Ct (Dutch Mill Park and Ride) from Madison city centre
Madison, Collins Ct (Dutch Mill Park and Ride) is 8 km from Madison city centre. Public transport options include:
Madison, Collins Ct (Dutch Mill Park and Ride) bus station facilities and services
Madison, Collins Ct (Dutch Mill Park and Ride) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Madison, Collins Ct (Dutch Mill Park and Ride). ATMs are available at Madison, Collins Ct (Dutch Mill Park and Ride).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madison, Collins Ct (Dutch Mill Park and Ride).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madison, Collins Ct (Dutch Mill Park and Ride): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madison, Collins Ct (Dutch Mill Park and Ride): Accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Getting to Madison, North Lake Street (UW- Madison) from Madison city centre
Madison, North Lake Street (UW- Madison) bus station facilities and services
Madison, North Lake Street (UW- Madison) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Madison, North Lake Street (UW- Madison). ATMs are available at Madison, North Lake Street (UW- Madison).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madison, North Lake Street (UW- Madison).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madison, North Lake Street (UW- Madison): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madison, North Lake Street (UW- Madison): Bus station is accessible for wheelchairs.
Getting to Madison from Madison city centre
Madison bus station facilities and services
Madison has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are available at Madison.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madison.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madison: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madison: Wheelchair access available.
Which Wisconsin Dells, WI station do buses from Madison, WI arrive at?
Getting to Wisconsin Dells, Commerce St (McDonald's) from Wisconsin Dells city centre
Wisconsin Dells, Commerce St (McDonald's) is 5 km from Wisconsin Dells city centre. Public transport options include:
Wisconsin Dells, Commerce St (McDonald's) bus station facilities and services
Wisconsin Dells, Commerce St (McDonald's) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's is available at the station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wisconsin Dells, Commerce St (McDonald's). ATMs are available at Wisconsin Dells, Commerce St (McDonald's).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wisconsin Dells, Commerce St (McDonald's).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wisconsin Dells, Commerce St (McDonald's): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wisconsin Dells, Commerce St (McDonald's): Accessible entrance available.
Getting to Wisconsin Dells from Wisconsin Dells city centre
Wisconsin Dells bus station facilities and services
Wisconsin Dells has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Nearby restaurants within walking distance.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wisconsin Dells. ATMs are available at Wisconsin Dells.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wisconsin Dells.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wisconsin Dells: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wisconsin Dells: Partial access for disabled persons.
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