Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | UW Madison | Lafayette Bus Stop | Cheapest | |||||
| Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Lafayette Bus Stop | Fastest | |||||
 | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Amtrak Station | No tags | |||||
| UW Madison | Lafayette Bus Stop | No tags | |||||
 | UW Madison | Lafayette Bus Stop | No tags | |||||
| Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Amtrak Station | No tags | |||||
| Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Lafayette Bus Stop | No tags | |||||
| University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center | Amtrak Station | No tags |
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Get from Madison to Lafayette
The journey takes about 6 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just PEN 137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Madison and Lafayette
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
Stops in Lafayette
- A
CityBus Center
N 3rd St & North St (Corner), Lafayette, IN 47901
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madison, WI to Lafayette, IN 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 Lafayette?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Lafayette start from PEN 137. The average price for this route is around PEN 183. 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 Lafayette?
The average bus travel time from Madison to Lafayette is 6h 45m, covering a distance of 358 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Madison to Lafayette route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Madison to Lafayette?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to Lafayette at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Lafayette?
A bus trip from Madison to Lafayette generates an estimated 8.9449 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 Lafayette?
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 5847 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Lafayette?
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 Lafayette?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to Lafayette?
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 Lafayette, IN was searched and found on Jul 30, 2026 with a price of PEN 112To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madison, WI to Lafayette, IN, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 112 to PEN 984 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Lafayette, IN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 117 which is on 2026-08-05.
Usually Greyhound 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.
