What is the distance between Chicago and Madera?

Chicago and Madera are 1751 miles (2823 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Madera?

If you're headed to Madera from Chicago, chances are that your bus will depart from Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at Madera, CA. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Chicago to Madera from $226 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Chicago to Madera on October 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:00pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 8h	4:30am	Madera Bus Stop	No tags
10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 8h	4:30am	Madera Bus Stop	No tags
10:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 8h	4:30am	Madera Bus Stop	No tags
10:00pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 9h	5:15am	Madera Bus Stop	No tags
10:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 8h	5:15am	Madera Bus Stop	No tags

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$226 - $412	Average Duration2d 9h	CO₂ emissions 71kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$274 - $274	Average Duration2d 9h	CO₂ emissions 257kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Madera

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Madera. The journey takes about 2 days, 9 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just $274, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

2d 9hAverage Duration

$274Cheapest ticket

257kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Madera: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$283

Average bus trip duration2d 9h

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure10:00pm

Distance1750 miles (2822 km)

Latest bus departure11:50pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,307 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/510,829 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Senda Diamante

Chicago to Madera Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Chicago to Madera. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Madera from Chicago, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Madera?

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Stops in Madera

A - Madera, CA

B - 118 E Yosemite Ave

Frequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Madera

What is the distance between Chicago and Madera?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Madera?

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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 Chicago and Madera!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Madera, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Chicago to Madera.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Chicago to Madera while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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.

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

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Madera.

Bus Chicago to Madera: Trip Overview

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Chicago to Madera Bus

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Madera?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Madera

What is the distance between Chicago and Madera?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Madera?

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

You can also go to Madera by train

Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

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