How much does a bus ticket from Madison to Detroit cost?

The bus ticket price from Madison to Detroit starts at R 975. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Madison to Detroit 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!

How long is the bus ride from Madison to Detroit?

The average travel time between Madison and Detroit is around 11h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 527 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Madison and Detroit?

The number of buses from Madison to Detroit can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Madison to Detroit by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Madison to Detroit?

When taking the bus from Madison to Detroit, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Madison to Detroit?

Buses travelling between Madison and Detroit leave from UW Memorial Union or Dutch Mill Park & Ride and arrive at Detroit Bus Station.

Bus Madison to Detroit from R 972 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Madison to Detroit on 20 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:40	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	11h 20m	06:00	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:50	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	8h 50m	20:40	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	05:30	University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center	14h 10m	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags
	06:45	North Lake St	12h 55m	20:40	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:25	North Lake St	11h 35m	06:00	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Madison to Detroit on 21 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:40	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	11h 20m	06:00	Detroit Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:50	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	8h 50m	20:40	Detroit Bus Station	Fastest
	05:30	University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center	14h 10m	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags
	06:45	North Lake St	12h 55m	20:40	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:25	North Lake St	11h 35m	06:00	Detroit Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Madison to Detroit on 22 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:50	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	8h 50m	20:40	Detroit Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	05:30	University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center	14h 10m	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags
	06:45	North Lake St	12h 55m	20:40	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	17:25	North Lake St	11h 35m	06:00	Detroit Bus Station	No tags
	05:30	University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center	14h 10m	20:40	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:13 AM CST.

Get from Madison to Detroit

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 975, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

11h 35mAverage duration

517 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 588 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 342 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 377 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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Where are the popular stops in Madison and Detroit?

Stops in Madison

A - UW Memorial Union

B - Dutch Mill Park & Ride

Stops in Detroit

A - Detroit Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madison, WI to Detroit, MI by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Madison to Detroit cost?
The bus ticket price from Madison to Detroit starts at R 975. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Madison to Detroit 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!
How long is the bus ride from Madison to Detroit?
The average travel time between Madison and Detroit is around 11h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 527 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Madison and Detroit?
The number of buses from Madison to Detroit can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Madison to Detroit by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Madison to Detroit?
When taking the bus from Madison to Detroit, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Madison to Detroit?
Buses travelling between Madison and Detroit leave from UW Memorial Union or Dutch Mill Park & Ride and arrive at Detroit Bus Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

14/11

R 1 524

15/11

R 1 296

Today

R 2 593

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20/11

R 1 130

21/11

R 1 480

The cheapest trip from Madison, WI to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 130

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 130 to R 9 915 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 130, which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually Amtrak 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.