Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Madison WI - Dutch Mill Park-N-Ride (SMD) | Appleton WI (APP) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Madison WI - Univ. of Wisc. Wisconsin Hist. Soc. (MSN) | Appleton WI (APP) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | North Lake St | Appleton | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Appleton | No tags |
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Get from Madison to Appleton
The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 593, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madison, WI to Appleton by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Madison to Appleton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Appleton start at R 593. The average price for this route is around R 611. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Madison to Appleton?
The average bus journey time from Madison to Appleton is 3h 10m, covering a distance of 155 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 55m and is operated by Megabus.
Which bus companies service the Madison to Appleton route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madison to Appleton?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to Appleton at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 14:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Appleton?
A bus trip from Madison to Appleton produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Madison to Appleton?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Appleton?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Madison to Appleton?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to Appleton?
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.
The cheapest trip from Madison, WI to Appleton was searched and found on 04 Dec 2025 with a price of R 555To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madison, WI to Appleton as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 555 to R 963 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Appleton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 555, which is on 2025-12-07.
