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| Madison WI - Univ. of Wisc. Wisconsin Hist. Soc. (MSN) | Columbus Amtrak | CheapestFastest | ||||
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Get from Madison to Columbus
The journey takes about 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just CZK 374, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madison, WI to Columbus, 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 Madison to Columbus?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Columbus start from CZK 374. The average price for this route is around CZK 374. 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 Columbus?
The average bus travel time from Madison to Columbus is 45m, covering a distance of 44 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 45m and is operated by Megabus.
Which bus companies service the Madison to Columbus route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Madison to Columbus?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to Columbus at 2:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Columbus?
A bus trip from Madison to Columbus generates an estimated 1.081625 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 Madison to Columbus?
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 6484 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Columbus?
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 Madison to Columbus?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to Columbus?
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 Madison, WI to Columbus, WI was searched and found on Sep 19, 2026 with a price of CZK 326To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madison, WI to Columbus, WI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CZK 326 to CZK 13,005 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Columbus, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CZK 326 which is on 2026-09-22.
