Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | St. Paul & N5th | University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Goerke's Corners Park & Ride (Brookfield) | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road. | North Lake St | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Milwaukee Mitchell MKE Airport | Madison Stop - East Johnson-East Johnson Street corner of E. Johnson St and N. Pinckney | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Milwaukee Bus Station, St. Paul & N6th road. | North Lake St | No tags |
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Get from Milwaukee to Madison
The journey takes about 1 hour 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Milwaukee and Madison?
Stops in Milwaukee
- B
Intermodal Station
433 W St Paul Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA - C
S Cesar Chavez
1016 S Cesar E Chavez Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53204, USA
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Milwaukee to Madison, 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 Milwaukee to Madison?
The cheapest bus tickets from Milwaukee to Madison start from $34. The average price for this route is around $38. 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 Milwaukee to Madison?
The average bus travel time from Milwaukee to Madison is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 119 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Milwaukee to Madison route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 46 buses available per day, including services from Badger Bus, FlixBus, Jefferson Lines, Greyhound, Megabus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Milwaukee to Madison?
The earliest bus departs from Milwaukee to Madison at 6:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Milwaukee to Madison?
A bus trip from Milwaukee to Madison generates an estimated 2.9743 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 Milwaukee to Madison?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Badger Bus, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 47 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Milwaukee to Madison?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Badger Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Milwaukee to Madison?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Badger Bus, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Milwaukee to Madison?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Badger Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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 Milwaukee to Madison, WI was searched and found on Jun 9, 2026 with a price of $24To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Milwaukee to Madison, WI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $24 to $58 for a bus ticket from Milwaukee to Madison, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2026-06-09.
Usually FlixBus, Badger Bus 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.
