Next bus departures

Next departures for Madison to Rockford on August 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:45am	UW Madison	1h 25m	8:10am	East Side Transfer Center	Cheapest
	Bus	7:00am	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	1h 10m	8:10am	East Side Transfer Center	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:36 PM CDT.

Get from Madison to Rockford

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just NOK 185, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

58 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

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FlixBus

3.5/515,410 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/588,097 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Adirondack Trailways, Elite

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Madison, WI to Rockford, IL 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 Madison to Rockford?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Rockford start from NOK 185. The average price for this route is around NOK 199. 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 Madison to Rockford?
The average bus trip duration from Madison to Rockford is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 58 miles (94 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Madison to Rockford route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madison to Rockford?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to Rockford at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Rockford?
A bus trip from Madison to Rockford generates an estimated 2.325175 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Madison to Rockford?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 15390 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Rockford?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Madison to Rockford?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to Rockford?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

08/27

NOK 154

08/28

NOK 149

Today

NOK 154

08/30

NOK 145

08/31

NOK 125

09/01

NOK 125

09/02

No data

09/03

NOK 130

The cheapest trip from Madison, WI to Rockford, IL was searched and found on Aug 31, 2026 with a price of NOK 125

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madison, WI to Rockford, IL, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from NOK 125 to NOK 154 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Rockford, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NOK 125 which is on 2026-08-31.