Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Gateway Station | UW Madison | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Gateway Station | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:25 AM CDT.
Get from St. Louis to Madison
The journey takes about 13 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just MAD 556, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in St. Louis and Madison
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 St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Madison?
The cheapest bus tickets from St. Louis to Madison start from MAD 556. The average price for this route is around MAD 794. 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 St. Louis to Madison?
The average bus travel time from St. Louis to Madison is 13h 15m, covering a distance of 499 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the St. Louis to Madison route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from St. Louis to Madison?
The earliest bus departs from St. Louis to Madison at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from St. Louis to Madison?
A bus trip from St. Louis to Madison generates an estimated 12.464225 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 St. Louis 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 13093 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from St. Louis to Madison?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from St. Louis to Madison?
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 St. Louis 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.
The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Madison, WI was searched and found on Aug 4, 2026 with a price of MAD 501To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from St. Louis to Madison, WI, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from MAD 501 to MAD 1,967 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Madison, WI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 501 which is on 2026-08-04.
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.
