Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Madison, WI: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Madison on February 5
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Dutch Mill Park & RideCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Dutch Mill Park & RideFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
North Lake StNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
North Lake StNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Dutch Mill Park & RideNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:48 PM EST.

Get from Philadelphia to Madison

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $180, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day
1d 3hAverage Duration
1235 kmDistance
31kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Madison start from $180. The average price for this route is around $243. 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 Philadelphia to Madison?

    The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Madison is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1235 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Madison at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 7:05pm.

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

    A bus trip from Philadelphia to Madison generates an estimated 31 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 Philadelphia to Madison?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12162 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

    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 Philadelphia to Madison?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Philadelphia, PA to Madison, WI was searched and found on Feb 7, 2026 with a price of $277

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

You can expect to pay from $277 to $284 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Madison, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $277 which is on 2026-02-07.

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