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 | UW Madison | 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 COP 110,097, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Madison, WI to Appleton by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from COP 110,097. The average price for this route is around COP 113,352. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Madison to Appleton?
The average bus trip duration from Madison to Appleton is 3h 10m, covering a distance of 96 miles (155 km). The quickest bus can get 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 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 2:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Appleton?
A bus trip from Madison to Appleton generates an estimated 3.85085 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 6383 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 has the most timely service from Madison to Appleton?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to Appleton?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Aug 7, 2026 with a price of COP 103,071To 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 COP 103,071 to COP 177,200 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 COP 103,071 which is on 2026-08-10.
Usually FlixBus 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.
