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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center | Gateway Station | Cheapest | |||||
| Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Gateway Station | Fastest | |||||
| University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center | Gateway Station | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | North Lake St | Gateway Station | No tags | |||||
| University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center | Gateway Station | No tags |
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Get from Madison to St. Louis
The journey takes about 13 hours, and with fares starting at just R 1 086, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Madison and St. Louis?
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 Madison, WI to St. Louis 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 St. Louis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to St. Louis start at R 1 086. The average price for this route is around R 1 678. 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 St. Louis?
The average bus journey time from Madison to St. Louis is 13h, covering a distance of 500 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Madison to St. Louis route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madison to St. Louis?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to St. Louis at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 17:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to St. Louis?
A bus trip from Madison to St. Louis produces an estimated 12 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 St. Louis?
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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to St. Louis?
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 St. Louis?
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 St. Louis?
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 St. Louis was searched and found on 09 Jan 2026 with a price of R 964To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madison, WI to St. Louis as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 964 to R 4 585 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 964, which is on 2026-01-09.
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.
