The cheapest and fastest trains from Madison, WI to Grand Rapids, MI
Cheapest price
$122
Average price
$122
Fastest journey
10 h 44 m
Average duration
10 h 44 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madison, WI to Grand Rapids, MI 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 Grand Rapids, MI will cost around $122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $122.
Of the 1 trains that leave Madison, WI for Grand Rapids, MI on Sun, Jan 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 11 the direct trains cover the 304 km distance in an average of 10 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 44 m .
On Sun, Jan 11 the slowest trains will take 10 h 44 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Madison, WI to Grand Rapids, MI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madison, WI to Grand Rapids, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €67, and a flight costs an average of €325.
Distance: 188 miles (304 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€91 Average price | €90 Average price Cheapest | €391 Average price |
8h 32m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 45m Average total duration 13h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 36m Average total duration Fastest 5h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Madison, WI to Grand Rapids, MI by bus, train, or flight
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Why should you book Madison to Grand Rapids trains with Omio?
Amtrak operates all train services from Madison to Grand Rapids. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Amtrak?
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Amtrak tickets can only be bought on Omio or Amtrak's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Amtrak tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Madison to Grand Rapids.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Madison, WI to Grand Rapids, MI
Trains from Madison, WI to Grand Rapids, MI run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $86 (€69) but you can travel from only $84 (€67) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 13:20. The fastest train covers the 188 miles (304 km) distance in 9h 14m.
Distance 188 miles (304 km) |
Average train duration 8h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $86 (€69) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 9h 14m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 13:20 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Madison, WI to Grand Rapids, MI trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Madison, WI and Grand Rapids, MI from $84 (€67). 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 Madison, WI to Grand Rapids, MI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madison, WI to Grand Rapids, MI 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 Grand Rapids, MI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Madison, WI to Grand Rapids, MI
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: The Rapid bus services are available nearby.
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