Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Downtown Transit Center | North Lake St | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Transit Center | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Greyhound Amtrak Station | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Indianapolis Bus Station | North Lake St | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Transit Center | North Lake St | No tags |
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Get from Indianapolis to Madison
The journey takes about 9 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and Madison?
Stops in Indianapolis
- A350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Madison?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to Madison start from $68. The average price for this route is around $144. 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 Indianapolis to Madison?
The average bus travel time from Indianapolis to Madison is 9h 55m, covering a distance of 450 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to Madison route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Indianapolis to Madison?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to Madison at 3:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to Madison?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to Madison generates an estimated 11 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 Indianapolis 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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Madison?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Indianapolis to Madison, WI was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $64To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Indianapolis to Madison, WI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $64 to $147 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Madison, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $64 which is on 2026-01-15.
Usually Amtrak 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.
