Bus from Madison, WI to Newark, NJ: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Madison to Newark on December 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
North Lake St
Newark Penn StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
Newark Penn StationFastest
Amtrak
University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center
EWR Airport - AirTrain P4No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
North Lake St
Newark Penn StationNo tags
Amtrak
University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center
EWR Airport - AirTrain P4No tags

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Get from Madison to Newark

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $167, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
1d 1hAverage Duration
1286 kmDistance
32kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madison, WI to Newark, NJ 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 Newark?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Newark start from $167. The average price for this route is around $252. 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 Newark?

    The average bus travel time from Madison to Newark is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1286 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Madison to Newark route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 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 Newark?

    The earliest bus departs from Madison to Newark at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 5:40pm.

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

    A bus trip from Madison to Newark generates an estimated 32 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 Newark?

    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 5627 reviews.

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

    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 Newark?

    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 Newark?

    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 Newark, NJ was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $496

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 Newark, NJ, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $496 to $1,068 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $496 which is on 2025-12-16.

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