The cheapest and fastest trains from Little Rock, AR to Madison, WI
Cheapest price
$187
Average price
$187
Fastest journey
20 h 51 m
Average duration
20 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
959 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Little Rock, AR to Madison, WI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Little Rock, AR to Madison, WI will cost around $187 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $187.
It's difficult to get from Little Rock, AR to Madison, WI without transferring at least once.
22 Texas Eagle · 8965 AMTRAK11:44 PM20h51Union Station, Little Rock, AR8:35 PMMadison, WI$1871One-way1 transfer
22 Texas Eagle · 8965 AMTRAK11:44 PM21h06Union Station, Little Rock, AR8:50 PMMadison, WI$1871One-way1 transfer
22 Texas Eagle · 8965 AMTRAK11:44 PM20h51Union Station, Little Rock, AR8:35 PMMadison, WI$1871One-way1 transfer
22 Texas Eagle · 8965 AMTRAK11:44 PM21h06Union Station, Little Rock, AR8:50 PMMadison, WI$1871One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Little Rock, AR to Madison, WI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Little Rock, AR to Madison, WI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $170. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $170, and a flight costs an average of $405.
Distance: 595 miles (959 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$349 Average price | $178 Average price Cheapest | $494 Average price | $143 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 23m Average total duration 17h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29h 22m Average total duration 28h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 53m Average total duration Fastest 5h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Little Rock, AR to Madison, WI:
A bus is $171 (€140) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Little Rock, AR to Madison, WI costing on average $349 (€286).
A bus is $316 (€259) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Little Rock, AR to Madison, WI costing on average $494 (€405).
Other travel options to Madison, WI take longer:
Train takes on average 17h 53m.
Bus takes on average 28h 52m.
Tickets start at around $349 (€286) compared to roughly $143 (€117) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-206.41 (€-168.94). The journey takes 17h 53m versus 10h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Little Rock, AR to Madison, WI train times
The table below shows live departures for Little Rock, AR to Madison, WI trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:44 AM Little Rock, AR | 21h06 | 1:50 AM Madison, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Little Rock, AR to Madison, WI
Trains from Little Rock, AR to Madison, WI run on average 4 times per day, taking around 17h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $181 (€148) but you can travel from only $170 (€139) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 595 miles (959 km) distance in 21h 6m.
Distance 595 miles (959 km) |
Average train duration 17h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $181 (€148) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 21h 6m |
First train 7:00 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Amtrak from Little Rock, AR to Madison, WI trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Little Rock, AR and Madison, WI from $170 (€139). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Little Rock, AR to Madison, WI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Little Rock, AR to Madison, WI by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madison, WI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Little Rock, AR to Madison, WI
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station
- Brave New Restaurant
- The Pantry Crest
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- Capital Hotel
- Little Rock Marriott
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Little Rock
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station includes commercial and office space, with an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: River Rail Streetcar
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