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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Uptown Station | Cheapest | |||||
| Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Uptown Station | Fastest | |||||
| Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Uptown Station | No tags | |||||
| Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Uptown Station | No tags | |||||
| Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Uptown Station | No tags |
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Get from Madison to Bloomington
The journey takes about 18 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Madison and Bloomington?
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 traveling from Madison, WI to Bloomington, IL 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 Bloomington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Bloomington start from $82. The average price for this route is around $84. 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 Bloomington?
The average bus trip duration from Madison to Bloomington is 18h 35m, covering a distance of 178 miles (287 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 28m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Madison to Bloomington route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madison to Bloomington?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to Bloomington at 7:40pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Bloomington?
A bus trip from Madison to Bloomington generates an estimated 7 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 Bloomington?
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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Bloomington?
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 Bloomington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Bloomington?
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 Bloomington, IL was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $62To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madison, WI to Bloomington, IL, as early as possible.
