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

The bus ticket price from Madison to Lafayette starts at R 704. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Madison to Lafayette 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 Lafayette?

The average travel time between Madison and Lafayette is around 6h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 366 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Madison to Lafayette can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Madison to Lafayette by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Madison to Lafayette?

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

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

Buses travelling between Madison and Lafayette leave from UW Memorial Union or Dutch Mill Park & Ride and arrive at CityBus Center.

Bus Madison to Lafayette from R 719 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Madison to Lafayette on 14 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:45	North Lake St	6h	13:45	Lafayette Bus Stop	Cheapest
07:00	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	5h 45m	13:45	Lafayette Bus Stop	Fastest
13:25	North Lake St	7h 15m	21:40	Lafayette Bus Stop	No tags
10:50	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	9h 25m	21:15	Lafayette Bus Stop	No tags
17:25	North Lake St	8h 50m	03:15	Lafayette Bus Stop	No tags
13:45	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	6h 55m	21:40	Lafayette Bus Stop	No tags
17:40	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	8h 35m	03:15	Lafayette Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Madison to Lafayette on 15 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:45	North Lake St	6h	13:45	Lafayette Bus Stop	Cheapest
07:00	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	5h 45m	13:45	Lafayette Bus Stop	Fastest
11:20	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	9h 36m	21:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
13:25	North Lake St	7h 15m	21:40	Lafayette Bus Stop	No tags
10:50	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	9h 25m	21:15	Lafayette Bus Stop	No tags
11:20	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	9h 36m	21:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
17:25	North Lake St	8h 50m	03:15	Lafayette Bus Stop	No tags
11:00	University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center	9h 56m	21:56	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Madison to Lafayette on 16 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:45	North Lake St	6h	13:45	Lafayette Bus Stop	Cheapest
07:00	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	5h 45m	13:45	Lafayette Bus Stop	Fastest
13:25	North Lake St	7h 15m	21:40	Lafayette Bus Stop	No tags
10:50	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	9h 25m	21:15	Lafayette Bus Stop	No tags
17:25	North Lake St	8h 50m	03:15	Lafayette Bus Stop	No tags
13:45	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	6h 55m	21:40	Lafayette Bus Stop	No tags
17:40	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	8h 35m	03:15	Lafayette Bus Stop	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:52 PM CST.

Get from Madison to Lafayette

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 704, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

6h 55mAverage duration

361 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 290 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 582 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 370 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Madison and Lafayette?

Stops in Madison

A - UW Memorial Union

B - Dutch Mill Park & Ride

Stops in Lafayette

A - CityBus Center

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madison, WI to Lafayette, IN by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Madison to Lafayette cost?
The bus ticket price from Madison to Lafayette starts at R 704. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Madison to Lafayette 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 Lafayette?
The average travel time between Madison and Lafayette is around 6h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 366 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Madison and Lafayette?
The number of buses from Madison to Lafayette can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Madison to Lafayette by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Madison to Lafayette?
When taking the bus from Madison to Lafayette, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Madison to Lafayette?
Buses travelling between Madison and Lafayette leave from UW Memorial Union or Dutch Mill Park & Ride and arrive at CityBus Center.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/11

R 841

11/11

R 719

Today

R 972

13/11

No data

14/11

R 771

15/11

R 736

16/11

R 719

17/11

No data

The cheapest trip from Madison, WI to Lafayette, IN was searched and found on 11 Nov 2025 with a price of R 719

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 Lafayette, IN as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 719 to R 8 375 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Lafayette, IN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 719, which is on 2025-11-16.

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.