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Bus Madison to Columbus: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$95
Average Bus Trip Duration13h 20m
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure6:45am
Distance628 km
Latest bus departure5:15pm

Madison to Columbus Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Madison - Columbus

  1. How long is the trip from Madison to Columbus by bus?

    The typical travel time from Madison to Columbus by bus is around 13h 20m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Columbus in about 11h 50m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Madison to Columbus?

    The distance covered from Madison to Columbus is 636 km (395 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Madison to Columbus?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at UW Memorial Union, in Madison, and end it at Columbus Bus Station, in Columbus.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Madison to Columbus?

    The least expensive way to go from Madison to Columbus would be going by bus. Starting at US$81, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Madison to Columbus?

    The bus fare from Madison to Columbus is approximately US$95.

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

You can expect to pay from US$75 to US$98 for a bus ticket from Madison to Columbus based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$97 which is on 2025-05-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Madison and Columbus!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Madison to Columbus, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Madison to Columbus will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Madison to Columbus, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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