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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WI
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Buses per day
2
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 $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 2 buses that leave Madison, WI for Wisconsin Dells, WI on Sat, Jul 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct buses cover the 69 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 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.
11:45 PM1h25Madison, WI1:10 AMWisconsin Dells, WI$231One-way0 transfers- 12:45 AM1h25Madison, WI2:10 AMWisconsin Dells, WI$241One-way0 transfers
- 12:45 AM1h25Madison, WI2:10 AMWisconsin Dells, WI$241One-way0 transfers
- 11:45 PM1h25Madison, WI1:10 AMWisconsin Dells, WI$231One-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 $14. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $48.
Distance: 42 miles (69 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $63 Average price | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m 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 $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WI costing on average $63 (€52).
Other travel options to Wisconsin Dells, WI take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 12m.
You'll arrive about -2h -40m sooner (2h 46m by bus vs 1h 6m by car) and save roughly $-13.02 (€-10.71) compared to fuel and tolls ($24 (€20) vs $11 (€9)). 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 Greyhound, 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 $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 02:43PM | Duration 9h13 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $167 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 02:43PM | Duration 8h58 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $167 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 06:42PM | Duration 10h42 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $167 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 06:42PM | Duration 10h22 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $167 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
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, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 6:30 PM Madison, North Lake Street (UW- Madison), WI | 1h00 | 7:30 PM Wisconsin Dells, Commerce St (McDonald's), WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 11 | |||||
| 12:45 AM Madison, WI | 1h25 | 2:10 AM Wisconsin Dells, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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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 8 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) 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 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 5:30 AM |
Last bus 7:25 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound, Infobus from Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WIYou can travel by bus between Madison, WI to Wisconsin Dells, WI with FlixBus, Greyhound, Infobus for as low as $14 (€11). 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.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- 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).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Greyhound
- $15 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.
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