Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | UW Madison | Downtown Greyhound Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Madison WI - Dutch Mill Park-N-Ride (SMD) | Chicago O'Hare International Airport T2 | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Bus | UW Madison | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | UW Madison | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Madison WI - Dutch Mill Park-N-Ride (SMD) | ORD Chicago O'Hare Airport Terminal 5 | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | University of Wisconsin - Gordon Center | Chicago (Bus Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Get from Madison to Chicago
The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R$137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Madison and Chicago
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
Stops in Chicago
- B
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA - C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Madison, WI to Chicago 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 Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Chicago start from R$137. The average price for this route is around R$211. 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 Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Madison to Chicago is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 112 miles (180 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 40m and is operated by Coach USA.
Which bus companies service the Madison to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 56 buses available per day, including services from Coach USA, Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound, Jefferson Lines.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madison to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to Chicago at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Chicago?
A bus trip from Madison to Chicago generates an estimated 4.490525000000001 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 Chicago?
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 5844 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Chicago?
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 Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Coach USA, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Coach USA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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 Chicago was searched and found on Jul 25, 2026 with a price of R$141To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madison, WI to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R$141 to R$934 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R$141 which is on 2026-07-25.
Usually Jefferson Lines 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.
