Bus from Madison, WI to Grand Rapids, MI, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Madison to Grand Rapids on January 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
Grand Rapids StationCheapest
Amtrak
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
Grand Rapids StationFastest
Amtrak
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
Grand Rapids StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
North Lake St
Grand Rapids (Downtown)No tags
Amtrak
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
Grand Rapids StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:35 PM CST.

Get from Madison to Grand Rapids

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 23 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
23h 25mAverage Duration
312 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madison, WI to Grand Rapids, MI, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Madison to Grand Rapids?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Grand Rapids start from $105. The average price for this route is around $120. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Madison to Grand Rapids?

    The average bus travel time from Madison to Grand Rapids is 23h 25m, covering a distance of 312 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 14m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the Madison to Grand Rapids route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Madison to Grand Rapids?

    The earliest bus departs from Madison to Grand Rapids at 1:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:40pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Grand Rapids?

    A bus trip from Madison to Grand Rapids generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Madison to Grand Rapids?

    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 5733 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Grand Rapids?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Madison to Grand Rapids?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to Grand Rapids?

    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.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Madison, WI to Grand Rapids, MI, US was searched and found on Jan 17, 2026 with a price of $122

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 Grand Rapids, MI, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $122 to $183 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Grand Rapids, MI, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $122 which is on 2026-01-17.

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