Bus from Madison, WI to Houston, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Madison to Houston on January 15
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
North Lake St
The Woodlands - Windvale CenterCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
Houston Bus StationFastest
Amtrak
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
Amtrak StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
North Lake St
Houston Bus StationNo tags
Amtrak
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
Amtrak StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 11:23 AM CST.

Get from Madison to Houston

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $175, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
1d 11hAverage Duration
967 milesDistance
39kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Madison, WI to Houston, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Madison to Houston?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Houston start from $175. The average price for this route is around $257. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Madison to Houston?

    The average bus trip duration from Madison to Houston is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 967 miles (1559 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the Madison to Houston route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madison to Houston?

    The earliest bus departs from Madison to Houston at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 5:40pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Houston?

    A bus trip from Madison to Houston generates an estimated 39 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Madison to Houston?

    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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Houston?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Madison to Houston?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to Houston?

    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.

Best price found
01/10
$372
01/11
$372
Today
$294
01/13
$237
01/14
No data
01/15
$328
01/16
No data
01/17
$237
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Madison, WI to Houston, US was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $237

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madison, WI to Houston, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $237 to $767 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $237 which is on 2026-01-13.

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