Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | 100 E Rich St | North Lake St | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | 100 E Rich St | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | North Lake St | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 4:25 AM EST.
Get from Columbus to Madison
The journey takes about 14 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Madison?
Stops in Columbus
- A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, 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 Columbus, OH 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 Columbus to Madison?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Madison start from $129. The average price for this route is around $170. 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 Columbus to Madison?
The average bus travel time from Columbus to Madison is 14h 50m, covering a distance of 636 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Madison route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Columbus to Madison?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Madison at 4:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Madison?
A bus trip from Columbus to Madison generates an estimated 16 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 Columbus to Madison?
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 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Madison?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Columbus to Madison?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Columbus to Madison?
According to Busbud traveller 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.
The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Madison, WI was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $123To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Madison, WI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $123 to $161 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Madison, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $146 which is on 2025-12-22.
