Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | UW Madison | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Chicago O'Hare International Airport Multi-Modal Facility | Madison WI - Dutch Mill Park-N-Ride (SMD) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Chicago (Union Station), IL | University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | UW Madison | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | UW Madison | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | N Cumberland Ave | UW Madison | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Chicago O'Hare International Airport Multi-Modal Facility | Madison WI - Dutch Mill Park-N-Ride (SMD) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Chicago (Bus Station) | University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:45 PM CDT.
Get from Chicago to Madison
The journey takes about 3 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just MX$469, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Chicago and Madison
Stops in Chicago
- A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA - C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Stops in Madison
- A
UW Memorial Union
800 Langdon Street, Madison, WI 53715, USA - B
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
4 Collins Ct, Madison, WI 53716, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Madison, WI by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Madison?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Madison start from MX$469. The average price for this route is around MX$724. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Madison?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Madison is 3h 25m, covering a distance of 184 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 35m and is operated by Coach USA.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Madison route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 57 buses available per day, including services from Coach USA, Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound, Jefferson Lines.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Madison?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Madison at 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Madison?
A bus trip from Chicago to Madison generates an estimated 4.5874250000000005 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Madison?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5834 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Madison?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Madison?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Coach USA, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Madison?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Coach USA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Madison, WI was searched and found on Jul 16, 2026 with a price of MX$413To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Madison, WI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from MX$413 to MX$3,215 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Madison, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MX$413 which is on 2026-07-16.
Usually Jefferson Lines will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
