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Compare all timetables for the bus from Chicago to Madison, WI

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Chicago to Madison, WI from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.
today
tomorrow
from $37
Saturday
from $37
Sunday
from $38
Monday
from $37
Tuesday
from $44
Wednesday
from $44

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 25m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    11:40 AM
    Madison, WI
    W Transfer Point
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    3h 40m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    11:55 AM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    3h 40m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    6:40 PM
    Madison, WI
    W Transfer Point
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    3h 55m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    6:55 PM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 25m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    11:40 AM
    Madison, WI
    W Transfer Point
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    3h 40m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    11:55 AM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    7h 50m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    6:40 PM
    Madison, WI
    W Transfer Point
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    8h 5m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    6:55 PM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    3h 40m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    6:40 PM
    Madison, WI
    W Transfer Point
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 25m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    11:40 AM
    Madison, WI
    W Transfer Point
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $38
  • FlixBus
    3h 40m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    11:55 AM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $38
  • FlixBus
    3h 40m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    6:40 PM
    Madison, WI
    W Transfer Point
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $38
  • FlixBus
    3h 55m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    6:55 PM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $38

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 25m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    11:40 AM
    Madison, WI
    W Transfer Point
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    3h 40m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    11:55 AM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    3h 40m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    6:40 PM
    Madison, WI
    W Transfer Point
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    3h 55m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    6:55 PM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 25m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    11:40 AM
    Madison, WI
    W Transfer Point
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $44
  • FlixBus
    3h 40m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    11:55 AM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $44
  • FlixBus
    3h 40m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    6:40 PM
    Madison, WI
    W Transfer Point
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $44
  • FlixBus
    3h 55m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    6:55 PM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Madison, WI via Milwaukee, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      5h 7m
      0
      6:15 AM
      Chicago
      Greyhound Bus Station
      8:25 AM
      Milwaukee
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $14
      • Waiting Time 1h 35m
    • Busbud
      1h 22m
      0
      10:00 AM
      Milwaukee
      Central Bus Station
      11:22 AM
      Madison, WI
      E Washington at E Johnson
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $23
    Travel time is 1h 42m longer, but you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 25m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    11:40 AM
    Madison, WI
    W Transfer Point
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $44
  • FlixBus
    3h 40m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    11:55 AM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $44
  • FlixBus
    3h 40m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    6:40 PM
    Madison, WI
    W Transfer Point
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $44
  • FlixBus
    3h 55m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    6:55 PM
    Madison, WI
    University Wisconsin-Madison
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Madison, WI via Milwaukee, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      5h 7m
      0
      6:15 AM
      Chicago
      Greyhound Bus Station
      8:25 AM
      Milwaukee
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $14
      • Waiting Time 1h 35m
    • Busbud
      1h 22m
      0
      10:00 AM
      Milwaukee
      Central Bus Station
      11:22 AM
      Madison, WI
      E Washington at E Johnson
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $23
    Travel time is 1h 42m longer, but you will save $6

Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Madison, WI

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and Madison, WI are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Chicago to Madison, WI. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Chicago and Madison, WI.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 16 buses from Chicago to Madison, WI, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Madison, WI, with 14 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Madison, WI

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 4 times every day by bus from Chicago to Madison, WI in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Madison, WI starting from $37!

Cheapest Bus $37
Fastest Bus 3h 25m
Earliest Bus 8:15 AM
Latest Bus 3:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 4 Ø
Distance 122.2 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Madison, WI

Every day, 4 buses from 1 bus companies leave Chicago for Madison, WI: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 11/21/2024 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/17
Monday 11/18
Tuesday 11/19
Wednesday 11/20
Thursday 11/21
Friday 11/22
$37
Saturday 11/23
$37
Sunday 11/24
$38
Monday 11/25
$37
Tuesday 11/26
$44
Wednesday 11/27
$44
Thursday 11/28
$38
Friday 11/29
$37
Saturday 11/30
$44
Sunday 12/01
$44
Monday 12/02
$37
Tuesday 12/03
$33
Wednesday 12/04
Thursday 12/05
$35
Friday 12/06
$35
Saturday 12/07
$35
Sunday 12/08
$35
Monday 12/09
$35
Tuesday 12/10
Wednesday 12/11
$35
Thursday 12/12
$35
Friday 12/13
$37
Saturday 12/14

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Madison, WI

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Madison, WI, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $37, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Madison, WI. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $44.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Madison, WI, with $37. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $37.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Madison, WI

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Chicago to Madison, WI in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Chicago to Madison, WI, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Chicago to Madison, WI are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Chicago to Madison, WI

These are the most booked bus companies between Chicago to Madison, WI from our users.

FlixBus from Chicago to Madison, WI

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Chicago to Madison, WI:

Cheapest Price $37
Fastest Bus 3h 25m
Earliest Bus 8:15 AM
Last Bus 3:00 PM
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 11/21/2024

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Madison, WI

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Chicago and Madison, WI.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Madison, WI

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Chicago to Madison, WI? Or which bus companies serve the route Chicago to Madison, WI? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Chicago to Madison, WI bus

How much does a Chicago Madison, WI bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $37 and takes 7h 50m to reach Madison, WI. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Madison, WI?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $37 and $44. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Madison, WI.

On average, how many connections are available from Chicago to Madison, WI each day?

Every day, the Chicago to Madison, WI bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Chicago to Madison, WI take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to Madison, WI is offered by FlixBus and takes 3h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $37. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Madison, WI?

The earliest bus arriving in Madison, WI from Chicago starts at 8:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Chicago to Madison, WI?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Madison, WI starts at 3:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Chicago Madison, WI route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to Madison, WI, passengers can travel with FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Madison, WI?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Madison, WI by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Chicago to Madison, WI bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Chicago Madison, WI bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Chicago Madison, WI bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Chicago to Madison, WI on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Madison, WI

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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