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Today28 Mar
from US$35
Tomorrow29 Mar
from US$32
Sat30 Mar
from US$28
Sun31 Mar
from US$30
Mon1 Apr
from US$32
Tue2 Apr
from US$28
Wed3 Apr
from US$28
Thu4 Apr

Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
14:45
3h40m
18:25
Madison - North Lake St
Cheapest
Chicago - Downtown Greyhound Station
Cheapest
Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
14:55
3h30m
18:25
Madison - Dutch Mill
2nd Cheapest
Chicago - Downtown Greyhound Station
2nd Cheapest
Operated by: Coach USACoach USA
17:50
2h55m
20:45
Madison - Madison WI - Dutch Mill Park-N-Ride (SMD)
Fastest
Chicago - Chicago O'Hare International Airport T2
Fastest
Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
10:20
3h35m
13:55
Madison - Madison (Phillips 66)
Chicago - Downtown Greyhound Station
Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
17:40
3h50m
21:30
Madison - Madison (Phillips 66)
Chicago - Downtown Greyhound Station
Bus Madison to Chicago: Trip Overview

Bus Madison to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$41
Average bus trip duration3h 25m
Number of daily buses73
Earliest bus departure01:30
Distance118 miles
Latest bus departure17:50

Madison to Chicago buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses73
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures01:30 - 17:50
Minimum PriceUS$23
Average Ticket PriceUS$41
Minimum Trip Duration1h55m
Average Bus Trip Duration3h25m
Distance118 miles
Bus companies on this routeCoach USA, Greyhound, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Madison - Chicago

The average bus ticket price from Madison to Chicago is US$41. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Madison to Chicago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Madison and Chicago is around 3h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 123 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Madison to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 73 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Madison to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Madison to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Coach USA, Greyhound, FlixBus.

Buses travelling between Madison and Chicago leave from UW Memorial Union or Dutch Mill Park & Ride and arrive at Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Downtown Greyhound Station, Union Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
26/03
US$28
27/03
US$28
Today
US$32
29/03
US$32
30/03
US$28
31/03
US$28
01/04
US$32
02/04
US$28
The cheapest trip from Madison to Chicago was searched and found on 26 Mar 2024 with a price of US$28

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

You can expect to pay from US$28 to US$54 for a bus ticket from Madison to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$28, which is on 2024-03-30.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Madison and Chicago!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Madison to Chicago, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Madison to Chicago.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Madison to Chicago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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